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    Multiple Form 8853

    jtaylor1
    Level 2

    Both taxpayer and spouse each have a LTC policy and received 1099-LTC this year.  Can we really not electronically file their returns?  I am getting a diagnostic but it doesn't make sense that I wouldn't be able to electronically submit it.

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    sjrcpa
    Level 15

    What does the Diagnostic say?


    The more I know the more I don’t know.
    Jeff Tysor CPA
    Level 1

    I am getting the same error.  

    Diagnostic says:

    #875 A maximum of one form 8853 is allowed for e-file.

    #3727 Form 8853: More than one LTC is not allowed for E-file.  Must be filed as a paper return.

    Is there any solution that works to e-file or do we just have to paper file?  I ended paper filing last year.

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    jtaylor1
    Level 2

    I did speak to Lacerte on this yesterday and there is no work around.  Paper filing is the only option. 

    Illni
    Level 4

    this sucks for 2020 tax season and COVID

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