Tax Software

[1smudslide]

I've started my taxes 3 times and since I've won small jackpots in 3 different states, I need to do 4 state returns.  Which software is best.  I keep starting over.  Turbo tax was $50 per state plus it was extra to add the correct form for adding in the winnings.  It was almost $400 and it still didn't seem right.  

[CalLuvsCrusingToo]

I use a CPA and only file in MY state.

If you Didn't receive W2G's (handpay for $1,200+ jackpot) for your winnings, Why would you need to file in each state?

I give all my W2G's to the taxman, and figure out my Wins to Losses by getting

win/loss statements from all the casinos or Cruise line, where I have received a w2g.

 

If your winnings are small?  Personally,  I wouldn't bother. 

If they are substantial?  I wouldn't use Turbo..... I would make appt. with taxman/cpa.

You can get alot more help paying $400 to a professional to help you. YMMV

[negn]

I’ve always just filed in my home state even winning some hand pays

[Sand and Seas]

On 4/27/2021 at 10:35 AM, negn said:

I’ve always just filed in my home state even winning some hand pays

We have had handpays in Nevada and Louisiana. When you get a handpay in Louisiana they withhold an additional amount for their state.  We just filed our home state plus Louisiana in order to get most of what they withheld back.