George4Tacks
Level 15

I believe the default is preparer is 3rd party designee. 

Go to General > Misc. Info./Direct Deposti > Miscellaneous > Designee/IRS Discussion > Allow discussion and enter 2 for a no

Since you are wearing two hats (Preparer and Taxpayer) you (Preparer) can not be a third party to either you (Taxpayer) or your spouse.


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