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article How do I resubmit my return electronically?
To resubmit your return electronically, you will need to return to the Main Menu and select Send My Return Electronically.  Be sure to confirm your...
article How long will TaxSlayer be available each year for preparing returns?
TaxSlayer.com currently expects to make the Services available for the preparation of current-year tax returns until October 15 of the filing year....
article Download Program - How Do I Submit a Federal Return without a State Return with the Download Program?
Please go back into the program on your computer and select to mark your returns electronic.  Number 10 on the left side menu have to be bolded...
article Eight Reasons to Try e-file
If you’ve never filed your tax return electronically, you should definitely consider trying it in 2009. Join the millions of taxpayers who are...
article Illinois Reject Code 0908 and 0909
Your Illinois PIN is a number that is assigned to you by the state for electronic filing of your return.  You must have this number in order to...
article Need your Maryland PIN?
When you file electronically using online software, you use a PIN (Personal Identification Number) instead of a signature. The PIN you used to file...
article Download Program - How do I submit a state return without the federal return with the download program?
Please go back into the program on your computer and select to mark your returns electronic.  Numbers 10 and 12 on the left side menu have to be...
article If you're having trouble getting all of your tax info together, consider filing an extension to get more time.
If you can't meet the mid-April deadline to file your tax return, you can get an automatic four-month extension of time to file from the IRS. The...
article Once I finish preparing my return, how long will I have to print it?
Once you prepare your return, you will be able to print your return until October 15 of the filing year.  This is the last day that the IRS and...
article Reject Code 0679 or 0680 - PIN Not Accepted
The reject codes 0679 (Taxpayer) and 0680 (Spouse) indicate a problem with the entry of the prior year Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) for the PIN....
article Kentucky Reject Codes
Form 740 Errors0001  Kentucky return must begin with Federal Adjusted Gross Income 0002  Invalid Software developer code. 0003  Invalid EFIN. 0004...
article Which home purchases qualify for the first-time homebuyer credit?
Only the purchase of a main home located in the United States qualifies and only for a limited time. Vacation homes and rental property are not...
article How do I correct or fix a reject code?
If you have received a reject code you will need to make changes to your return and resend your return electronically.  To learn more about the...
article How do I print a prior year return?
To print a prior year return, login to your account and click "View Details" or "Access Return" next to the year that you would...
article Reject Codes 0641-0682
IRS Error Reject Code 0641-0682
article Do I have to mail in a signature form for my state return?
For many states, the signature for your federal return (self-select PIN or 8453-OL) is acceptable for the state return signature as well. However,...
article Alabama Reject Codes
005 Primary Taxpayer Last Name (Field 060 - AL Generic Record) must be present. This is a required field and must never be blank.010 Primary...
article Reject Code 0510 - Error in Claiming Personal Exemption
This error generally occurs when a dependent files his/her return and claims a personal exemption after the parent(s)/guardian(s) have already...
article I owe the IRS. What options are there for paying the amount due?
When completing the e-file process, you will be provided with the following options for how you would like to pay your amount due:Mail Payment:...
article Alabama Consumer Use Tax
When you shop at retail stores and many other business establishments in Alabama, the price you pay for the retail purchases you make usually...
article New Mexico Nonrefundable Credits
Cultural Property Preservation Credit:The credit for preservation of cultural property is 50% of the costs of a project for the restoration,...
article Wisconsin Reject Codes
WISCONSIN REJECT CODES  FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE:  (608) 266-2772Code  Form   Field   Rejection...
article Idaho Military Filing Information
INFORMATION PRETAINING TO IDAHO STATE INCOME TAX RETURNS FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL Tax News for Idaho Military MembersResident Military Members on...
article Virginia Reject Codes
004 - Money amount fields must contain whole dollars (no cents). When a field is designed as N (positive only), the field must be present and must...
article Pennsylvania Reject Codes
R 001 PA-40  When a Direct Deposit or Electronic Funds Withdrawal indicator is present, the following fields must be greater than zero: state...
article What happens if I enter incorrect banking information?
IMPORTANT NOTE:  Once a return is accepted, you cannot edit the banking information that will be used to process your refund or amount due.  Once...
article Michigan Reject Codes
Michigan Rejection Status CodesD- All forms Duplicate form
article What are the qualifications for the Student Loan Interest Deduction?
You can generally take the student loan interest deduction if all of the following apply:You paid interest during the tax year on a qualifying...
article What filing status should I choose?
Your federal tax filing status is based on your marital and family situation. It is an important factor in determining whether you must file a...
article Download Program - What forms and schedules do you support through TaxSlayer Download?
We support the following forms through our download program:1040 1040A 1040EZ 1040EZT1040X  Amended ReturnSch A  Itemized Deductions Sch B...
article Download Program - What forms and schedules do you support through TaxSlayer Download?
We support the following forms through our download program:1040 1040A 1040EZ 1040EZT1040X  Amended ReturnSch A  Itemized Deductions Sch B...
article Can I deduct contributions I made to my spouse's IRA?
Yes.  However, you must be filing a joint return.  If you are filing as Married Filing Separately, you cannot deduct contributions made to your...
article New Jersey Reject Codes
0000 Return was Accepted or in some cases Conditionally Accepted0001 "State code other than "NJ"0002 "Return Year other than...
article North Carolina Use Tax
North Carolina Use TaxLike all states that have a sales tax, North Carolina has a use tax on out-of-state purchases. The use tax applies to...
article Federal Extension Form 4868 Reject Codes

article Reject codes 1242-1432
IRS Error Reject Codes 1242-1432
article Arkansas Reject Codes
ARKANSAS REJECT CODES0001 AR1000 AR1000N ~ Duplicate Return. An electronically filed return has previously been filed.0002 AR1000 AR1000N ~ No...
article 2010 IRS e-File Refund Cycle Chart
The IRS does not guarantee a specific date that a refund will be deposited into a taxpayer's bank account.To check the status of a refund, call the...
article What forms and schedules do you support through TaxSlayer Web?
We support the following forms through our web program:(Last updated on 11/18/2009)1040 1040A 1040EZ1040ES1040XSch A  Itemized Deductions Sch B...
article What do I do if either I or my spouse is claimed as a dependent on someone else's return?
If someone else intends or has claimed the Taxpayer as a dependent, the Taxpayer must check the box marked "Taxpayer is claimed as a dependent...
article Reject Codes 0466-0530
IRS Error Reject Codes 0466-0530
article Arizona Reject Codes
0200 Each field can only contain type of data specified in record layout . Non numeric value in numeric field All Forms All numeric fieldsIs...
article What states do not allow state-only e-filing?
Arkansas is the only state that does not allow a State Only E-filing.  This state return must be filed with your Federal return to be filed...
article New York Reject Codes
0001 Duplicated – return already processed with same Social Security Number (SSN).0002 - If you e-file IT-370 with an amount owe, you must provide...
article The Five Filing Status Possibilities
Everyone who files a federal tax return must determine which filing status applies to them. It’s important you choose your correct filing status as...
article When was the last day I could print a copy of my 2008 return?
Because our program is made for e-filing, the 2008 program was taken down after the last transmission the IRS accepted on October 15, 2009. A copy...
article Nebraska Reject Codes
0001 1040N 1040NS An electronic return has already been filed for this primary SSN for        thistax year. 0002 1040N 1040NS The electronic return...
article I am married. What AGI do I enter for me and what AGI do I enter for my spouse?
If you are married, the IRS requires you to enter a prior year AGI for both you and your spouse if you wish to file electronically.  What numbers...
article How much will the First Time Homebuyer Credit be?
The credit is 10 percent of the purchase price of the home.For homes purchased in 2008, the maximum available credit is $7,500 for either a single...
article Reject codes 0683-0747
IRS Error Reject Codes 0683-0747
article Arkansas Military Filing Information
Should I file a Resident or Nonresident Return?Military personnel (Army, Navy, Marine, Air Force, Merchant Marine, and Coast Guard) who were...
article Hawaii Reject Codes
Note: For the most part, the definition of "invalid" means a numeric field contained characters, the field exceeded the required length,...
article Qualifications for claiming the credit for child and dependent care expenses:
To claim the credit for child and dependent care expenses, you must meet certain conditions including:• Income - You must have earned income from...
article Arizona Military Filing Information
Should I file a Resident or Nonresident Return?Military personnel (Army, Navy, Marine, Air Force, Merchant Marine, and Coast Guard) who were...
article How to Claim a Refund Due Deceased Taxpayer (Form 1310)
Form 1310 is generally used when filing a return for a deceased taxpayer where a refund is due the deceased.  The IRS requires this information be...
article Reject Code 0043 - Head of Household, No Dependents
The code 0043 states that you may not use the filing status "Head of Household" if you have no qualifying person(s)/dependent(s).  To...
article California Military Filing Information
Should I file a Resident or Nonresident Return?Military personnel (Army, Navy, Marine, Air Force, Merchant Marine, and Coast Guard) who were...
article Mississippi Itemized Deductions
Standard or Itemized DeductionsYou may choose to either itemize individual non-business deductions or claim the standard deduction for your filing...
article Reject Codes 0001-0039
IRS Error Reject Codes 0001-0039
article Illinois Reject Codes
0001 IL-1040 and Summary Records must be present for each tax return.0002 Money and Numeric Fields -significant money fields must be...
article Pennsylvania Additions to Income
Gambling and Lottery Winnings PA law imposes its income tax on PA residents on all gambling and lottery winnings from any source, except prizes...
article Minnesota M1PR Reject Codes
0001 Processing site is not “S” The processing site in the TRANA record must be “S”.0002 Invalid format - checkbox A checkbox field must be the...
article Who Can Take Elderly or the Disabled Credit ?
The credit is based on your filing status, age, and income. If you are married filing a joint return, it is also based on your spouse's age and...
article NEW MEXICO WORKSHEET FOR COMPUTING MEDICAL CARE EXPENSE DEDUCTION
1. Determine your eligible medical care expenses paidduring the tax year and enter here. Important: Alsoenter this amount on line...
article Minnesota M2 Reject Codes
0001 Processing site is not “S” The processing site in the TRANA record must be “S”.0002 Invalid format - checkbox A checkbox field must be the...
article Tips for Last-Minute Filing
With the tax filing deadline close at hand, the IRS offers some tips for those still working on their paper tax forms: Consider filing...
article How do I file just my state return without filing a federal return?
Much of the information that gets reported on a state return gets listed on your federal return as well.  Because of this, you must enter your...
article Get a jump start on your taxes. Ways to avoid the stress of last-minute filing.
Earlier is better when it comes to working on your taxes. Taxpayers are encouraged to get a head start on tax preparation, especially since early...
article North Carolina Military Filing Information
North Carolina Military InformationIf you are serving in the United States Armed Forces and your domicile (legal residence) is North Carolina, you...
article California Reject Codes
002 There is an error with the Date. Date fields with a length of six positions should have six numeric characters in YYYYMM format (for example:...
article Who CANNOT take the Retirement Savings Credit?
You cannot take the Retirement Savings Credit if either of the following applies:Your AGI is more than $27,750 ($41,625 if filing as Head of...
article Not sure if your Social Security benefits are taxable?
How much, if any, of your social security benefits are taxable depends on your total income and marital status. Generally, if social security...
article WEST VIRGINIA LOW-INCOME EARNED INCOME EXCLUSION
WEST VIRGINIA LOW-INCOME EARNED INCOME EXCLUSIONYou may be eligible to claim the low-income earned income exclusion if you received earned income...
article Delaware Subtractions from Income
Delaware Subtractions from IncomeUS ObligationsInterest received on obligations of the United States, and included on your federal tax return, is...
article Top Five Facts about Dependents and Exemptions
1. Dependents may be required to file their own tax return. Even though you are a dependent on someone else’s tax return, you may still have to...
article Louisiana Retirement Benefits
Louisiana State Employees’ Retirement BenefitsPrint the amount of retirement benefits received from the Louisiana State Employees’ Retirement...
article Child Tax Credit
TaxSlayer.com automatically calculates the Child Tax Credit, please read the following article from the IRS to learn more about it.With the Child...
article How do I sign my return if I am E-Filing?
Signature when e-filing your return: The IRS has implemented a 5-digit Self-Select PIN number.  In order to use the self-select PIN you will be...
article Massachusetts Reject Codes
0001 Page 1 of the tax return must be present. 0003 The return is not for the current tax year. 0004 Line numbers within a statement must be in...
article How do I file a state return without a federal return?
Much of the information that gets reported on a state return gets listed on your federal return as well.  Because of this, you must enter your...
article How do I file a return for my deceased spouse?
If your spouse died during the tax year, you are still allowed to file with the status "Married Filing Joint".  Next year if you have...
article Maine Reject Code 7109
Generally, if you receive a Maine reject of 7109, you are filing a Nonresident or Part-Year Resident return.  When filing either of these statuses,...
article New Jersey Military Filing Information
Military Spouses Relief Act:As of November 11, 2009, the Military Spouses Relief Act provides the following to amend the Servicemembers Civil...
article New York Military Filing Information
Please download the file located on the right-hand side for more information regarding tax regulations for military members for this state. 
article Oregon Military Filing Information
Please download the files located on the right-hand side for more information regarding tax regulations for military members for this state. 
article Nebraska Military Filing Information
Please download the files located on the right-hand side for more information regarding tax regulations for military members for this state. 
article How many times can I use my bank account for a META Bank product?
To prevent fraudulent income tax return filing, META Bank will only deposit money into the same account 2 times.  Once a bank account has been used...
article Minnesota Child and Dependent Care Credit
Child and Dependent Care Credit (Schedule M1CD)To qualify for the child and dependent care credit, your household income—federal adjusted gross...
article North Carolina Reject Codes
9000  Duplicate return.9001  If the filing status other than Married Filing Jointly, only the primary taxpayer name and SSN must be present.9002...
article North Dakota Military Filing Information
Filing due dates for active duty military membersRegular U.S. armed forces members serving in a combat zoneRegular U.S. armed forces members who...
article New Hampshire Military Filing Information
This state does not have income tax.  If you need general information for tax regulations involving this state please contact the state agency...
article Vermont Military Filing Information
This state does not have income tax.  If you need general information for tax regulations involving this state please contact the state agency...
article Wyoming Military Filing Information
This state does not have income tax.  If you need general information for tax regulations involving this state please contact the state agency...
article Washington Military Filing Information
This state does not have income tax.  If you need general information for tax regulations involving this state please contact the state agency...
article Texas Military Filing Information
This state does not have income tax.  If you need general information for tax regulations involving this state please contact the state agency...
article Florida Military Filing Information
This state does not have income tax.  If you need general information for tax regulations involving this state please contact the state agency...
article Tennessee Military Filing Information
This state does not have income tax.  If you need general information for tax regulations involving this state please contact the state agency...
article Alaska Military Filing Information
This state does not have income tax.  If you need general information for tax regulations involving this state please contact the state agency...
article Nevada Military Filing Information
This state does not have income tax.  If you need general information for tax regulations involving this state please contact the state agency...
article South Dakota Military Filing Information
This state does not have income tax.  If you need general information for tax regulations involving this state please contact the state agency...
article Washington D.C. Military Filing Information
The Washington D.C. Office of Tax and Revenue (OTR) Grants Extension Period to Military Serving in Designated Combat Zones The OTR will grant...
article I'm trying to prepare an amended return. What do I enter in the Exemptions section if I filed Form 1040EZ?
Exemptions BoxesIf your original return was Form 1040EZ, you will need to look at line 5 of your return to determine the amounts to enter in the...
article Where do you get the 5 digit Self-Select PIN?
The 5 digit Self-Select PIN is exactly what it says. It is a self-select number meaning you simply make up 5 numbers yourself. If filing a joing...
article How do I file an amended federal return?
Before you begin, be sure that you have a printed copy of the most recent return that has been filed and accepted by the IRS. If you do not already...
article Examples of Credits
Examples of Credits: Foreign Tax Credit (Form 1116)The foreign tax credit is intended to reduce the double tax burden that would otherwise arise...
article Pennsylvania Military Filing Information
MILITARY INFORMATION FOR PA RETURNSReport your PA compensation and withholding from each Form W-2 from each employer. Enter your PA taxable...
article Once I finish preparing my return, will I be able to print it?
Yes.  Before filing, you always have the option to print your return.  To do this, go to the main menu and select View Return Summary.  This will...
article Louisiana Military Filing Information
Resident Individual Income TaxWho must file:Residents or part-year residents of Louisiana, or nonresidents with income from Louisiana sources who...
article Maine Subtractions from Income
U.S. Government Bond Interest. Enter your income from direct obligations of the United States Government, such as Series EE and Series HH Savings...
article I am using AOL - How do I use your software?
We are currently experiencing difficulties launching our program from the AOL Browser.If you are using AOL please minimize your AOL, staying...
article Ten Things You May Not Know About the Earned Income Tax Credit
The Earned Income Tax Credit is for people who work, but have lower incomes. Here are some things you may not know about the EITC. 1. A quarter of...
article Where do I mail my amended return, Form 1040X?
Mail your return to the Internal Revenue Service Center for the place where you live. Please note:  There is no street address.  The zip code...
article Georgia Military Filing Information
INFORMATION FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL AND FAMILIESQUESTIONS:What are the filing requirements for military personnel? Military personnel whose home of...
article Who can take the Retirement Savings Credit?
You may be able to take this credit if you, or your spouse if filing jointly, made any of the following:Contributions to a traditional or Roth IRA....
article Virginia Military Filing Information
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING TAX BENEFITS FOR MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES FILING EXTENSION GRANTED WHILE SERVING IN COMBAT ZONETax Commissioner...
article Kentucky Education Tuition Tax Credit
Kentucky also offers the Hope Credit and the Lifetime Learning Credit.  Requirements for the 2009 Kentucky Education Tuition Tax Credit are...
article Military Pay Exclusion - Combat Zone Service
Combat Zones   Q-1: What geographic areas are considered combat zones?A-1: Combat zones are designated by an Executive Order from the President as...
article Why is my credit for dependent care expenses not showing up?
This article is intended for users who are attempting to take the Credit for Dependent Care Expenses, but it does not appear to be calculating on...
article Reject codes 0301-0398
IRS Error Reject Codes 0301-0398
article Deduction for Mortgage Insurance Premiums (Overview)
The most common type of deductible mortgage insurance premium is Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI).  Generally, though, if your mortgage insurance...
article Reject codes 0040-0105
IRS Error Reject Codes 0040-0105
article Delaware Military Filing Information
DELAWARE MILITARY INFORMATIONMembers of Armed ForcesWhile you are stationed in Delaware:Your military pay is subject to Delaware state income tax...
article Did You Receive an Economic Recovery Payment?
If you are not sure if you received an Economic Recovery Payment or the amount received,  you can use the link provided below to access this...
article Line 65 Excess Social Security - What is this?
Each year, an a limit is set as to how much Social Security tax an individual should have withheld on his or her behalf.  If an individual has more...
article General Guidelines for the IRA Deduction
If you made contributions to a traditional IRA during the tax year, you may be able to take an IRA deduction.  But you, or your spouse if filing a...
article Form 982: What is a "discharge of qualified principal residence indebtedness"?
If you had debt cancelled and are no longer obligated to repay the debt, you generally must include the amount of cancelled debt in your income....
article North Carolina Credits
North Carolina CreditsCredit for Charitable Contributions by NonitemizersIf you claimed the standard deduction on your federal return, you may...
article 2009 Publication 17
Publication 17 is a comprehensive IRS publication that provides answers to most questions you may have about your federal income tax return.  It...
article IDAHO GROCERY CREDIT
IDAHO GROCERY CREDIT All residents may be eligible to receive the grocery credit even if gross income is below the filing requirement. The grocery...
article Minnesota M1 Reject Codes
0001 Processing site is not “S” The processing site in the TRANA record must be “S”.0002 Invalid format - checkbox A checkbox field must be the...
article New Jersey Property Tax Credit
New Jersey Property Tax CreditEligible homeowners and tenants who pay property taxes, either directly or through rent, qualify for either a...
article Reject codes 1080-1241
IRS Error Reject Codes 1080-1241
article Oklahoma Military Filing Information
Oklahoma Military InformationResident...An Oklahoma resident is a person domiciled in this state for the entire tax year. “Domicile” is the place...
article Hawaii Military Filing Information
TAX INFORMATION FOR MILITARY PERSONNELReminder: If you are in Hawaii because of military orders and do not intend to make Hawaii your permanent...
article Do I qualify for the either Maximum Exclusion or the Reduced Maximum Exclusion for the sale of my home?
When you sell your home, many times you can exclude up to $250,000 ($500,000 if married filing jointly) of the profit that you make from the sale....
article Online Income Taxes - Filing Electronically has never been easier.
TaxSlayer.com is a quick and easy way to e-file your taxes online.  With TaxSlayer.com Extreme or the TaxSlayer Download, you can easily prepare...
article Vermont Homestead Declaration
Vermont Homestead Declaration and Property Tax Adjustment ClaimThe Declaration identifies property as the homestead of a Vermont resident and the...
article What is a "Qualifying Child"?
Uniform DefinitionA “qualifying child” may enable a taxpayer to claim several tax benefits, such as head of household filing status, the exemption...
article What if I had income from tips that I didn't report to my employer?
Sometimes, you may receive tips for work or services you performed, but you don't report these to your employer.  If you have such income, you are...
article Colorado Military Filing Information
Military Servicepersons(Revised 11/05)GENERAL INFORMATIONThis publication covers Colorado income taxation of current military personnel and those...
article Connecticut Property Tax Credit
Connecticut Property Tax CreditConnecticut residents must complete Schedule 3 to determine the amount of credit (if any) that may be taken against...
article First-Time Homebuyer credit
First-time homebuyers should begin planning now to take advantage of a new tax credit. Available for a limited time, the credit: Applies to home...
article Five Important Changes for Taxpayers for 2008 Tax Year
Here are a few tax law changes you may want to note before filing your 2008 federal tax return: 1. Expiring Tax Breaks Renewed The following...
article Iowa Military Filing Information
IOWA TAX RESPONSIBILITIES OF MILITARY PERSONNELActive-duty military service pay is taxable only by the state in which the armed forces service...
article Indiana Military Filing Information
INDIANA MILITARY FILING INFORMATIONIndiana adjusted gross income tax applies to members of both the active and active reserve components of the...
article California Additions to Income
California Additions to IncomeEnter the amount of Federal NOL included on your Federal Return as Addition to Income. Please visit...
article Massachusetts Schedule HC
Massachusetts Schedule HCIf you turned 18 during the Tax Year, the health care mandate applies to you beginning on the first day of the first full...
article District of Columbia Reject Codes
The District of Columbia Fed/State E-File Program will be rejecting returns at the state level for tax year 2005 in instances where the required...
article Kansas Military Filing Information
KANSAS INCOME TAX INSTRUCTIONS FOR ARMED FORCES PERSONNELThe following information may be of assistance in determining whether or not service...
article Interest You Paid - Overview
Home mortgage interest is interest that you pay on a loan secured by your main home or a second home.  The loan may be a mortgage to buy your home,...
article I only need to file my STATE return. How do I file just my State without filing my Federal return?
If you want to file just your state return, and do not want to file your federal return, you need to mark your return as a State-Only e-file.  To...
article Top Ten Tax Time Tips
1. Gather your records…now! It’s never too early to start getting together any documents or forms you’ll need when filing your taxes: receipts,...
article Credit for Taxes Paid to Another State - Overview
On most state returns, there is an option to take a credit for taxes paid to another state.  However, many times this credit is taken incorrectly....
article Who can I pay medical expenses for using funds from my HSA or MSA?
Qualified medical expenses are those expenses that would generally qualify for the medical and dental expenses deduction. These are explained in...
article Montana Military Filing Information
Montana Exempt Military PayMilitary pay earned as a result of service performed under the authority of USC Title 10 is exempt from Montana...
article 1099-DIV or 1099-INT: Dividend and Interest Income
If you received a Form 1099-DIV for dividend income or a Form1099-INT for interest income from a partnership, you can enter this in your...
article Reject Code 0370 - Child Tax Credit
This reject code indicates that the child for which you are claiming the child tax credit is ineligible. One reason for this could be age, the...
article Oregon Credits
Retirement income creditIf you were age 62 or older on December 31, 2008, and receiving retirement income, you may qualify for a retirement income...
article Maryland Military Filing Information
MARYLAND MILITARY INFORMATIONMilitary PersonnelIf you are a legal resident of Maryland and serving in the military, you must file a resident...
article Five Important Changes for Taxpayers for filing year 2009
Here are a few tax law changes you may want to note before filing your 2009 federal tax return:
article Kansas Subtractions
KPERS lump sum distributions exempt from Kansas income tax:  Enter any amounts withdrawn from a qualified retirement account and include any...
article Form 4868 - Application for Extension for Returning Users
Extensions can be filed electronically through TaxSlayer only using the web version of the program. There is NO CHARGE for this service.  If you...
article I paid medical expenses for people other than just myself. Whose medical expenses can I deduct on my return?
You can include in your deduction for Medical and Dental Expenses any qualifying medical and dental bills you paid for:Yourself and your spouse.All...
article I forgot to efile my state return with my federal return, what can I do?
From the Main Menu of your return, select Add/Edit My State Return. Add your state in that section and then select Send My Return Electronically on...
article I filed a return in a previous year. Why is it not included in the list of Prior Year Returns?
When you login to your account, there is a box on the right side of the page that lists all of the Prior Year Returns that have been filed through...
article What are Passive Activities?
What are Passive Activities?There are two kinds of passive activities.  Trade or business activities in which you do not materially participate...
article Michigan Military Filing Information
I am in the Military. Michigan is my state of record but I have not been stationed in Michigan for several years. Am I still required to file a...
article West Virginia Military Filing Information
Military Taxpayers and West VirginiaIf the taxpayer is a member of the United States military forces and was domiciled in West Virginia at the time...
article Filing an Extension
There is no charge when you file a federal extension with the IRS with our program.  This does not extend your time to pay any tax due but your...
article New Mexico Military Filing Information
Special Personal Income Tax Rules for Nonresident Military PersonnelAmendments to Federal Soldiers and Sailors Act Affect New Mexico Tax Changes to...
article Wisconsin Military Filing Information
Wisconsin Individual Income Tax - Military InformationFor tax year 2005 and forward:For federal purposes, an increase in death gratuity benefits...
article When can you claim foreign tax credit?
The Foreign Tax Credit is usually calculated using IRS Form 1116.  However, you are not always required to use this form.  You can generally claim...
article Form 4868 - Application for Extension for New Users
Extensions can be filed electronically through TaxSlayer only using the web version of the program.  There is NO CHARGE for this service.  If you...
article What are the differences between TaxSlayer Web and TaxSlayer Download?
TaxSlayer Web is our most popular program.  You create an account on our website and use the program via the internet on any computer that has...
article Hawaii Credits
 Hawaii Credit for Income Taxes Paid to Other States and CountriesNote: This credit may
article What are the qualifications for the District of Columbia First-Time Homebuyer Credit?
When do you qualify?:  In general, you can claim the credit if both of the following apply:You purchased a main home during 2009 in the District of...
article Maine Military Filing Information
MAINE SERVICEMEMBERSNonresident ServicemembersOn December 19, 2003, President Bush signed the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (Public Law No....
article Can I claim credit if I paid child care expenses for someone who is not my dependent?
Qualifying Persons that are not claimed as dependents.Your disabled spouse who is not physically or mentally able to care for himself or...
article How do I figure my limitation for Form 8853?
When filing Form 8853 for an Archer MSA Deduction, you are required to figure the limitation that applies to you in regard to how much of a...
article North Carolina Subtractions from Income
North Carolina Subtractions from IncomeRetirement Benefits Received by Vested Government Retirees (Bailey Settlement)As a result of the North...
article I only need to file my FEDERAL return. How do I file just my Federal without filing my State return?
Note:  Any state returns that have are listed on your account will generally be sent when e-file your federal return.  If you want to file just a...
article W-2 - What is a Statutory Employee?
Some workers are deemed to be employees by statute.   The following workers are also the most common examples of employees that are usually...
article What are some common mistakes E-filers make when using the Self-Select PIN?
We receive many return rejections due to incorrect PIN information submitted by the taxpayer. IRS requires additional information be provided if...
article Arkansas Political Contribution Credit
Arkansas Political Contribution Credit
article Missouri Military Filing Information
DefinitionsDomicile: “Domicile is the place which an individual intends to be his/her permanent home; a place to which he/she intends to return...
article Connecticut Military Filing Information
Connecticut Income Tax Information for Armed Forces Personnel and VeteransThis document:Explains how Connecticut income tax laws apply to members...
article How long will it take the IRS to process my return?
Generally, once your return is e-filed you will receive an acknowledgement email within 48 hours.  This email will let you know if your return was...
article How do I file my federal return and my state return(s) at the same time?
When you are creating your federal return you also have an option to create a state return.  When you choose your state from the list of state...
article Nebraska Subtractions from Income
Nebraska Subtractions from IncomeRailroad Retirement Board Pension Payments.Enter any federally taxed Tier I or II retirement benefits paid by the...
article Ohio Subtractions From Income
OHIO SUBTRACTIONS FROM INCOMEFederal Interest and Dividends Adjustment:  Enter interest and dividend income included in your Federal AGI from...
article What real estate taxes can I deduct on my return?
You can deduct taxes you paid on real estate if the following qualifications are met:The real estate you own was not used for business.These taxes...
article Iowa 2009 Earned Income Credit Addendum
The following information will be included in the expanded instructions when published. A worksheet will also be posted with the expanded...
article Illinois Military Filing Information
MILITARY INFORMATIONGENERAL INFORMATIONMust I file an Illinois return?If you are an Illinois resident or part-year resident, you are required to...
article How do I figure my "limitation" for Form 8889?
If you are filing Form 8889 for an HSA Deduction, there is a limitation to the amount of deduction that you can take for your deduction. Generally,...
article Utah Military Filing Information
Utah Tax Information for Members of the U.S. Armed ForcesFederal tax laws provide some special benefits for active members of the U.S. Armed...
article Arkansas Subtractions From Income
Arkansas Subtractions From Income HSA DeductionThis line is used
article What are "Qualified Medical Expenses"?
Generally, qualified medical expenses for HSA purposes are unreimbursed medical expenses that could otherwise be deducted on Schedule A (Form...
article What is Form 8901? Information on Qualifying Children Who Are Not Dependents
Form 8901 is used to give the IRS information on any qualifying child who is not your dependant.Use Form 8901 if your qualifying child is not your...
article Minnesota Military Filing Information
Credit for Military Service in a Combat ZoneIf you served in a combat zone or hazardous duty area anytime during 2009, you may be eligible for a...
article Connecticut Subtractions From Income
Connecticut Subtractions From Federal Adjusted Gross Income Exempt Dividends From Certain Qualifying Mutual Funds Derived From U.S. Government...
article Tax Information for Members of the U.S. Armed Forces
The tax laws provide some special benefits for active members of the U.S. Armed Forces, including those serving in combat zones.For federal tax...
article Ohio Credits From Schedule B
OHIO CREDITS FROM SCHEDULE B Qualifying Retirement Income included in OH AGI: To qualify for the Ohio Retirement Income credit, you must meet all...
article Reject Code 0522 or 0523 - Date Of Birth Error
These reject codes indicate that the Date of Birth of the primary taxpayer (0522) or spouse (0523) does not match the respective Social Security...
article What can I include as Prior Year 4th Quarter Estimates?
If you are itemizing your deductions, the IRS will generally allow you to take a deduction for state and local taxes that you paid during the tax...
article Montana Subtractions from Income
Montana Subtractions from IncomePartial Pension and Annuity (Retirement) Income Exemption and Railroad Retirement IncomeIf you have reported...
article New Mexico Subtractions from Income continued
Deduction for NM Medical Care Savings Account: If you or your spouse are enrolled in a New Mexico Medical Care Savings Account, (NMMSA) established...
article Adjustments
Examples of Adjustments: Educator Expense DeductionIf you are an educator, you may be able to deduct up to $250 of expenses you paid for purchases...
article California Credits
California CreditsChild Adoption: 50% of qualified costs in the year an adoption is ordered 
article Reject Codes 0748-0914
IRS Error Reject Codes 0748-0914
article All Reject Codes

article I don't remember my username and password and my email address has changed. How do I access my account?
If you do not remember your login information and no longer have access to the email address that is currently listed on your TaxSlayer.com...
article General Information About the First Time Homebuyer Credit
Currently, the IRS has not completed the full form and instructions for Form 5405 for the First-Time Homebuyer Credit.  However, available for a...
article Where is my refund? How can I check the status of my Federal or State refund?
If your return has been accepted and you are expecting a refund, you should be able to check the status of your refund with the IRS or with your...
article Massachusetts Military Filing Information
MASSACHUSETTS MILITARY INFORMATIONBusiness Expenses of National Guard and Reserve MembersMassachusetts continues to adopt the federal treatment...
article Alabama Military Filing Information
Am I a resident or nonresident?Military personnel (Army, Navy, Marine, Air Force, Merchant Marine, and Coast Guard) who were residents of Alabama...
article Education Credit - Form 8863
American Opportunity, Hope & Life Time Learning Educational Credits How is the amount of the American Opportunity, Hope or Lifetime Learning...
article South Carolina Military Filing Information
I AM IN THE ARMED FORCES. WHAT IS MY RESIDENCY STATUS?South Carolina Resident: If you enter the armed forces when you are a South Carolina...
article New Mexico Other Withholdings
Tax Withheld from Oil and Gas Proceeds:  Enter the total of all New Mexico income tax withheld from oil and gas proceeds as shown on your annual...
article 1099-G: General Information About State or Local Refunds
If you received a refund of state or local income taxes from a state or local income tax return, you may receive a Form 1099-G reporting this...
article What are the qualifications for claiming a person as a Dependent or a Qualifying Child on my return?
Individuals who rely on you for support and reside in your house generally qualify for dependent tax exemptions. However, there are situations when...
article Description of Additional Taxes that You May Have Paid
Federal Estimated Payments:  Federal estimated payments are generally payments that you make to the IRS either because: You are self-employed; or...
article Utah Apportionable Nonrefundable Credits
UT Apportionable Nonrefundable Credits  Capital Gain Transactions Credit 
article Tips for Recently Married or Divorced Taxpayers
If you were married or divorced recently, there are a couple of things you’ll want to do to ensure the name on your tax return matches the name...
article Massachusetts subtractions from income
Massachusetts subtractions from income.Retirement DeductionIf you have paid into any of the retirement systems such as Social Security, Medicare,...
article District of Columbia Subtractions from Income
District of Columbia Subtractions from Income 
article Maryland Additions to Income
Part-year residents losses or adjustments to federal income that were realized or paid when you were a nonresident of Maryland.Net additions to...
article Virginia Deductions from Income
Foster Care Deduction – Foster parents may claim a deduction of $1,000 for each child residing in their home under permanent foster care, as...
article Am I eligible for an Illinois K-12 education expense credit?
Am I eligible for an Illinois K-12 education expense credit?You may figure a credit for qualified education expenses, in excess of $250, you paid...
article What are "Qualified Medical Expenses" for an MSA?
What are "Qualified Medical Expenses"?Generally, qualified medical expenses for Archer MSA purposes are unreimbursed medical expenses...
article Missing your W-2?
Did you get your W-2? These documents are essential to filling out most individual tax returns. You should receive a Form W-2, Wage and Tax...
article What Tax Records to Keep
You probably already keep records in your daily routine. This includes keeping receipts for purchases and recording information in your checkbook....
article Indiana Credit for taxes paid to other states
Group A No Agreement (Credit taken on resident return)Alabama               Maine                      New YorkArkansas              Maryland...
article Rhode Island Military Filing Information
MILITARY PERSONNEL (For Resident)Under the provisions of the Soldiers and Sailors Civil Relief Act, the service pay of members of the armed forces...
article Idaho Subtractions from Income
IDAHO SUBTRACTIONS FROM INCOMEHEALTH INSURANCE PREMIUMSDeduct premiums you paid for health insurance for yourself, your spouse, and your dependents...
article Tax Benefits for Education
It is Back-to-School time and maybe time for a tax break, too.  Whether you are paying for a college education or a teacher buying items for your...
article What is the Service Fee for Prior Year Returns?
In order to offer storage and printing of prior year federal and state returns for our web program users, a one-time annual service fee of $4.95...
article New York Additions to Income
New York Additions to IncomeInterest income on state and local bonds and obligationsDo you have interest income from state and local bonds and...
article How do I obtain copy of prior year return?
This option is available for users of the web program.   Returns prior to 2004 are not available through our system.  If you electronically filed...
article Where is my Earned Income Credit (EIC)?
If you are eligible for Earned Income Credit or EIC, it is calculated automatically in the program as you enter your tax information.  There are...
article Reject Codes 1006-1079
IRS Error Reject Codes 1006-1079
article New Mexico Modified Gross Income
What is Modifi ed Gross Income?Modified Gross Income (MGI) is unique to New Mexico law. In general, MGI is ALL income and other compensation you...
article Kentucky Military Filing Information
Military Personnel—Members of the Armed Forces are required to file state income tax returns with their state of legal domicile, which usually is...
article How do I figure my EIC or Earned Income Credit?
The earned income credit or EIC is automatically calculated by the program and many factors contribute to how it is calculated.  Please read the...
article What is a "capital asset"?
Almost everything you own and use for personal or investment purposes is a capital asset. Examples are your home, household furnishings, and stocks...
article Section 179 Deduction Limitations
Taking the Section 179 election allows the taxpayer to elect to deduct the total cost of the property purchased in lieu of depreciating the...
article What is a "qualified student loan"?
A "qualifying loan" is a loan you took out solely to pay qualified education expenses that were: For you, your spouse, or a person who...
article Hawaii Subtractions From Income
Subtractions from IncomeMilitary Reserve or Hawaii National Guard Duty Pay ExclusionHawaii does not tax the first $4,484 received by each member of...
article Indiana Reject Codes
5001 All Data Error - File could not be processed or formatted correctly Rejected5002 All IRS Field 0020b EFIN Missing or Invalid Rejected5003 All...
article Selling Your Home
During the year, many people sell their home and move to a new location.  Many of those individuals will make a profit on the sale and still will...
article Oklahoma Other Deductions
Oklahoma Other DeductionsPartial Military Pay ExclusionOklahoma residents who are members of any component of the Armed Services may exclude the...
article Ohio Military Filing Information
Ohio Income Tax: Individual Military Tax Provisions Ohio tax law contains certain special provisions that apply both to Ohio resident taxpayers who...
article Maryland Reject Codes
FORM 5020001 DCN is invalid; positions 3-8 must equal EFIN of originator; required field 14 N0004 RSN is invalid; positions 1-5 must equal ETIN of...
article Reject Codes 0915-1005
IRS Reject Codes 0915-1005
article How to Amend your 2009 return to claim the First-time Homebuyer’s Credit
To amend your 2009 return for the First-time homebuyers credit, please follow the steps below:1.      Log into your account and access your return...
article Please explain the deductions and credits that are available in the Other Deductions section of TaxSlayer.
Casualties and Thefts:  A "casualty loss" is a loss that is a result of a sudden, unexpected, or unusual event. Examples include theft,...
article Reject Codes 0106-0169
IRS Error Reject Codes 0106-0169
article Arizona Other Subtractions From Income
A. Previously Reported Gain on Decedent's Installment SalePrior Arizona law required acceleration of any unrecognized installment sale gain upon...
article Tax Documents You Should Have On Hand
Be sure that you have on hand any of the following tax documents that you have received:W-2This is an important form, and you need one from each of...
article Reject Codes 0531-0640
IRS Error Reject Code 0531-0640
article Five Facts about the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion
If you are living and working abroad you may be entitled to the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion.  Here are five important facts from the IRS about...
article Reject Codes 0170-0235
IRS Error Reject Codes 0170-0235
article Reject Codes 0236-0300
IRS Error Reject Codes 0236-0300
article Did you know that there are events in life that may have a significant tax impact?
Many times we experience significant life events that have a tax impact too! This page is designed to help you while explaining to individuals the...
article Colorado Subtractions from Income
COLORADO SUBTRACTIONS FROM INCOME UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT INTEREST Enter any interest you earned
article Does my dependent child need to file a return?
Chart B—For Children and Other Dependents If your parent (or someone else) can claim you as a dependent, use this chart to see if you must file a...
article Mississippi Military Filing Information
Section 574 of the Soldiers and Sailors Civil Relief Act provides that military duty pay can be taxed only by the state in which the armed forces...
article New York Pension Exclusions
New York Pension ExclusionsPension and annuity income exclusionDid you enter an amount on line 9 or 10 that was not from a NYS or local government...
article Utah Use Tax
Utah Use Tax Use tax is required on all taxable items purchased for storage, use or consumption in Utah during the filing year, if sales and use...
article Indiana Other Deductions
Airport development zone employee deduction Certain areas within Indiana have been designated as airport development zones. Currently, Allen County...
article Wisconsin Additions to Income
Farm Losses An addition may be required if farm losses were deducted on your federal tax return and you were not actively engaged in the farming...
article Oregon Subtractions from Income
Oregon income tax refund included in federal income Enter your Oregon state income tax refund from federal Form 1040, line 10. Do not include...
article Do I Have to File an Ohio School District Income Tax Form?
Many Ohio school districts have an additional income tax. For a list of school districts that are required to file form SD-100, see list below....
article Missouri Subtractions from Income
Missouri Subtractions from IncomeEXEMPT CONTRIBUTIONS MADE TO AQUALIFIED 529 PLANThe state of Missouri allows a subtraction from federal adjusted...
article New York Subtractions from Income
New York Subtractions to IncomeNew York’s 529 college savings program deduction/earnings distributionsDuring 2008, did you, as an account owner,...
article Reject Codes 0399-0465
IRS Error Reject Codes 0399-0465

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