News & Updates

Great news, ProSeries users! 🎉 Automated K-1 Delivery is now available to ALL ProSeries Tax Year 2025 (TY25) customers!📩 Say goodbye to sending K-1 packages one by one!With Automated K-1 Delivery, you can now send K-1 packages to all partners at once through secure delivery links, making the process faster, easier, and more efficient!🙌✨ Spend less time managing deliveries and more time focusing on your clients!👉 Check out ProSeries Hot Topics to learn more about this new feature and how to get started.

Arizona Department of Revenue recently announced their MeF Production Environment is scheduled to be unavailable beginning Friday, October 9 at 12PM and ending Tuesday, October 13 at 7AM Pacific.  During this maintenance period, all processing will be paused. Any submissions sent during this time frame will be queued at the IRS. Submissions will be retrieved and processed once maintenance is completed.The Arizona DOR acknowledges this schedule coincides directly with the days leading up to the October extension deadline, noting the decision to proceed during this time frame was not made lightly. Key Details:Downtime Begins - October 9, 2026 at 12PM Pacific Downtime Ends - October 13, 2026 at 7AM Pacific E-file Submissions -  Returns transmitted during this period will be safely queued at the IRS level Acknowledgements - AZDOR  will begin retrieving queued submissions immediately once the system is back online on Tuesday, October 13. Anticipate a temporary delay in receiving state ackno

To help you keep returns moving, we’ve gathered ProSeries resources for some of the most common topics you may encounter while preparing and e-filing returns. Whether you’re looking for deadline information, working through return-specific questions, or troubleshooting an e-file issue, you can find helpful guidance all in one place.💡 Form 1040: Find help with 1099-B entries, 1099 and 1098 source documents, K-1s, Federal and State interest rates, common e-file rejections, and more. 🏢 Form 1120: Get guidance on resolving balance sheet errors and other common questions as you prepare returns for the deadline. 📤 E-file and filing help: Find resources for delayed acknowledgments, FBAR forms, attaching PDFs to e-filed returns, deadline and perfection periods, and more.🔎 Check out ProSeries Hot Topics here to find helpful resources as you work toward the October 15 deadline.

The extended filing deadline for Form 1041 is September 30, and it’s coming up fast!If you need a quick refresher before filing those final returns, we’ve gathered helpful ProSeries resources covering common questions, including filing and perfection periods, name control, and other key information.Visit ProSeries Hot Topics to find the resources you need to stay on track and file with confidence.Learn More

We'll be performing brief, routine database maintenance to improve overall platform performance, stability, and security.📅 Maintenance Window:Sunday, August 30 at 11:30 PM CST – Monday, August 31 at 1:30 AM CST⏰ Expected Downtime: Approximately 30–40 minutes during the two-hour maintenance window.This maintenance is intentionally scheduled during off-peak hours to minimize disruption. If you experience a brief interruption, please save your work and try reconnecting shortly afterward.Thanks for your patience and understanding as we continue to work to keep your system running smoothly.

The September 15 extended tax filing deadline for Forms 1065 & 1120S returns is right around the corner!As the deadline approaches, we know questions can come up. ProSeries Hot Topics has resources covering some of the most commonly asked questions to help you file with confidence. Learn More

Maryland Tax Connect is undergoing a system migration that may result in delayed e-file acknowledgments and payment posting.What to know:Maryland systems will be unavailable August 21–31 during the migration. E-file acknowledgments may be delayed during this period. E-file payment posting delays may occur through September 1. Comptroller’s Office won't assess penalties for payments that couldn't be made due to the system transition.🔎 Track delayed e-file acknowledgments:https://accountants.intuit.com/support/en-us/help-article/electronic-filing/check-delayed-e-file-acknowledgements/L0QUUCpJ8_US_en_US🔥 See more ProSeries Hot Topics:https://accountants.intuit.com/support/en-us/help-custom/L4h5FxeFA

Phishing scams are becoming more sophisticated, but knowing what to look for can help protect you. Learn how to recognize phishing emails and verify whether an email is really from Intuit.Check out our Trending topics in ProSeries Hot Topics to stay informed about phishing emails. 

We're aware of an issue affecting sign-in to Intuit products, including ProSeries Tax.Customers attempting to sign in may see the following message:"There's an issue on our end. We're on it."Our teams are actively investigating and working to restore service as quickly as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience while we resolve this issue. We'll provide additional updates as soon as more information is available.

Tax season may be over, but planning for what’s next starts now. Discover strategies to streamline your practice, expand advisory services, and drive intentional growth in 2026. Learn more here.           

Looking for tax law updates and trending topics? We've put together a list of resources that answer questions most commonly asked during this time of year. Learn more here.    

Update: The filing deadline for Forms 1040, 1041, and 1120 is closed! Perfection Period in progress! Check out our Hot Topics here.   The April 15 deadline is right around the corner for Forms 1040, 1041, and 1120. We have put together some resources for the most commonly asked questions to help get you through.  Don’t wait! Review now to avoid last-minute surprises. Check out the Hot Topics here.        

Taxpayers can now start filing their 2025 Idaho income tax returns to claim all the new conformity deductions. The Tax Commission has updated its instructions to reflect the conformity changes. The agency also notified tax software providers of the changes so they can update their systems. “The Tax Commission has updated Form 40 and Form 43 to reflect the larger standard deduction amounts. Anyone who’s already filed using the old standard deduction amounts will automatically get the larger standard deduction.” For more details, visit Idaho DOR.  Program Changes ProSeries now available. These new input fields and diagnostics have been added to address the following filing scenarios with the state. Info: The new calculations will automatically be applied and a new worksheet is being added to show the breakdown: Federal Schedule 1-A deductions worksheet for Form 43 filers. A new worksheet is being created for taxpayers who use the enhanced senior deduction, no taxes on tips, no taxe

1065/1120S Deadline Update: The filing deadline for 1065/1120s has closed. The Perfection Period is now in progress.Check out our Hot Topics here.   The business tax deadline is almost here. We’ve gathered top ProSeries resources for Partnerships and S corporations, including extensions, special allocations, asset disposals, K-1 reporting, Schedule L balance sheet issues, guaranteed payments, and more. Review the most common help topics and get through March 16 deadline with confidence. Learn More      

For Tax Year 2025, employers and other payers are not required to report qualified overtime compensation separately on Forms W-2, 1099-NEC, or 1099-MISC, due to this, Taxpayers may or may not have it reported on Forms W-2, 1099-NEC, or 1099-MISC. In instances where the amounts are not reported on the tax forms, preparers will need to manually calculate the qualified amounts.   For additional guidance regarding reporting Qualified Tips and Overtime, see the IRS resources below:  Questions and answers about the new deduction for qualified overtime compensation Treasury, IRS provide guidance for individuals who received tips or overtime during tax year 2025   Visit the Tax Pro Center to learn more about Tax update TY25: Tax Update TY25: Navigating the OB3 Act and more    Resources for reporting in ProSeries:  Generating the Schedule 1-A in ProSeries   For more information about tax changes included in the One Big Beaut

Federal tax law has shifted significantly with the introduction of the One, Big Beautiful Bill (OB3) and the permanent extension of several key Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) provisions. For tax year 2025, practitioners will need to navigate new deductions for tips, overtime pay, car loan interest, and seniors, along with major updates to digital asset reporting and retroactive changes to R&D expense treatment. We have put together a helpful update covering these changes. Learn more here.      

Looking for 2025 tax law updates, trending topics, or help getting ready for tax season? We’ve got you covered! Check out our Hot Topics for ProSeries to find up-to-date information on tax law changes, filing details, and other important updates as they become available. Hot Topics:https://accountants.intuit.com/support/en-us/help-custom/L4h5FxeFA?src=announcement *Tip: Bookmark the Hot Topics page using Ctrl + D to quickly check back and stay current throughout the season.  

The filing deadline is 11/17. To help you meet the deadline with confidence, we've put together some resources for the most common questions to help you. Check out our Hot Topics page for all the key resources you need—all in one place. Learn More  

ProSeries Tax 2025 Is Now Live for all customers!*   Customers who have renewed can now download ProSeries Tax Year 2025 (TY25) from MyAccount. Tax season is just around the corner, and we’re getting ProSeries Tax ready for the new tax year! Visit the Getting Ready for ProSeries Tax page for a quick reference as you set up for the upcoming season. It includes everything you’ll need to start things off smoothly, from installation tips to key updates and helpful resources.. Let’s make this tax season your smoothest one yet!  **Coming soon for ProSeries Hosted Customers.  

Great news! If you have a renewed license for ProSeries, you can download ProSeries 2025.  If you haven't renewed for tax year 2025 see how to renew here .  Be sure your computer meets the current system requirements.  Learn how to download next year’s tax product here!    

🌟Update: Welcome to ProSeries 2025! ProSeries 2025 is now available for all renewed customers. 🌟   It's here! Customers who have renewed their ProSeries 2025 license can now download the ProSeries 2025 Early Access. Helpful Links See what’s new with ProSeries Learn about prerequisites & installation — ProSeries Early Access Program How to renew ProSeries for Tax Year 2025 Sign in to My Account Why Early Access? Our Intuit development teams conduct rigorous testing, but it’s impossible to replicate every unique customer setup. That’s why we offer an Early Access each year—to gather feedback from real-world use before General Availability in November. What You Need to Know Available now for renewed customers with a TY25 license No need to uninstall—your product will automatically update to the HeadStart release in November Includes draft TY25 forms and some early access states (not for completing final returns) Some functionality/features may no

Update: The extended filing deadline for Individual Returns (Form 1040) and Corporation Returns (Form 1120) is closed! Perfection Period in progress! Check out our Hot Topics here.   The extended filing deadline for Individual Returns (Form 1040) and Corporation Returns (Form 1120) is right around the corner! Whether you’re entering K-1 details, handling a Sale of Home, or managing 1099/1098 entries on a 1040, we’ve got you covered. For 1120 returns, you’ll also find answers to FAQs like short year/final year returns and NOLs—all in one place to help you file with confidence. Learn More        

Updated Information:  The IRS published updated guidance for tax year 2025 returns here.  Currently, you can still process tax year 2025 returns as normal, however it is strongly encouraged to begin discussions with taxpayers on setting up valid forms of electronic payment for both tax payments and refunds. See the IRS Fact Sheet for new payment options being created.  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Original Text The IRS, in coordination with the U.S. Department of the Treasury, will begin phasing out paper tax refund checks for individual taxpayers on September 30, 2025. This is the first step in a broader shift to electronic payments. What to know right now The IRS will publish detailed guidance for 2025 returns before the 2026 filing season begins. No immediate changes to your current process: keep using existing forms and procedures. This includes 2024 returns filed on extension with a due date before December 31, 2025. Learn More

The extended filing deadline for Trust and Estate returns (Form 1041) is approaching quickly on September 30!  Need a quick refresher? We’ve pulled together everything you need in one spot — Deadline and perfection periods, distribution details, and last-minute tips to help you wrap it up with confidence. Learn More        

ProSeries is committed to continuously improve and provide you with the most innovative and valuable features.Beginning November 11, 2025 we will focus our PPR refund request review on returns that have been processed within the last three tax years. This means that when you submit a PPR refund request, we will review it for returns from the current tax year, plus the two prior tax years. This also includes any older returns that were processed within this same three-year window.Why are we making this change?Our goal is to continuously improve ProSeries and provide you with the most innovative and valuable features. By streamlining our PPR refund request process, we can more effectively dedicate our resources to developing new tools and enhancements that will benefit your firm and help you serve your clients more efficiently. This includes focusing on the tax years that are most relevant to your current practice.Is there a specific reason for the three-year timeframe? Was this based on