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mrscpa
Level 3
December 6, 2019
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Can I still e-file a fed and state return in ProSeries (both with refunds) in November 2018? Client did not file an extension.

  • December 6, 2019
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or do I have to mail both returns since client has no extension but does not have a balance due?

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Best answer by TaxGuyBill

E-filing for Individual returns (Form 1040) stopped on November 17th and won't open again until mid-to-late January.  So those should probably be mailed.

E-filing for Business returns (Corporations, Partnerships, etc.) is still open until mid-to-late December.  So those can still be e-filed.

As Marc mentioned, extensions (or lack thereof) or any balance due does not affect whether it can be e-filed or not.

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Level 7
December 6, 2019
Extension is not relevant.  IRS computer maint is the issue.  
mrscpa
mrscpaAuthor
Level 3
December 6, 2019
thank you for your help.
December 6, 2019

E-filing for Individual returns (Form 1040) stopped on November 17th and won't open again until mid-to-late January.  So those should probably be mailed.

E-filing for Business returns (Corporations, Partnerships, etc.) is still open until mid-to-late December.  So those can still be e-filed.

As Marc mentioned, extensions (or lack thereof) or any balance due does not affect whether it can be e-filed or not.

mrscpa
mrscpaAuthor
Level 3
December 6, 2019
thank you so much for your detailed/clear response! I appreciate it. I am still learning the ropes of taxes and filings. If I need to amend this clients 2016 return, can I mail it with his 2017 return too? It's also my first time filing a 1040x so any tips is greatly appreciated! Hope you're having awonderful holiday season.