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wrong state downloaded initially and can't get rid of it

Forum|Forum|3 years ago
February 16, 2023
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I accidentally downloaded the wrong state and started my taxes. Upon discovering my error I downloaded the correct state and did both my federal and state taxes. When I was ready to file my taxes and was doing the review of state taxes, turbo tax included both states. How do I get rid of the one I don't live in or have any income from?

SteamTrain

@phoenixbandon

IF you are using the "Online" bowser based software, you follow these directions:

How do I delete my state return in TurboTax Online? (intuit.com)

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IF you are using the Desktop/Download software:

1) Open your tax return

2) Go to the upper menu (top left on the window software) and click/hover on "File"

3) Select "Remove State Return"

4) Select the unneeded state and delete it

____________*Answers are correct to the best of my knowledge when posted, but should not be considered to be legal or official tax advice.*

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RobertB4444

Go back to start your state taxes. Both states will be listed there. click the garbage can to the right of the state that you don't need.

@phoenixbandon

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phoenixbandonAuthor

Yes, I saw that garbage can. However, I need both states that I downloaded as I am doing taxes for more than one person using my CD. I got one free with my Deluxe purchase and paid for other one. However, both are showing up on the one return that I accidentally started using the wrong state. I downloaded and paid for the second state, but I can't get rid of the first state on that return. I need that first state for another return. If I "trash" it on this "I made a mistake" return, does it totally get rid of it from my account or just on that one return?

SForrestLO

Please see this Turbo Tax FAQ on how to delete your state return. It will remove the state you started, not an account.
How do I clear my state return in the TurboTax for Windows software?

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VolvoGirl

Are you using the Desktop program? You said you downloaded the states? Which version? When you downloaded the right state did it charge you about $40 for the state program download? The first state download was probably free.