TaxAct 2021 Professional Federal Editions Update (v1.07)

Posted on by Rick Mooberry
The following TaxAct 2021 Professional Editions are now available: Federal 1040 – Version 1.07 Federal 990 – Version 1.05 Federal 1065 – Version 1.06 Federal 1120 – Version 1.06 Federal 1120S – Version 1.06 Federal 1041 – Version 1.06 The updates include the following changes: Added a "Close all" feature for the Form Tab Right-click on the tabs and select Close All but this For multi-preparer firms - Updated Pro Report user permissions to be tied to the clients a preparer can view. To change the permissions, update View All Clients in Practice permi...
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Louisiana – 1065 State Form Update

Posted on by Matthew Davis
The State of Louisiana has released information that they will not be accepting 1065 Business Returns until after the Federal Filing Deadline of March 15th due to a number of changes on their end. Louisiana is stating they expect the 1065 form to be eligible for e-file in mid to late March.  The delay in accepting 1065 State Returns will not affect the filing of 1065 Federal Forms. As we know more, we will provide you with updates.  As always, thank you for choosing TaxAct Professional.
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Text Message Alerts Are Here

Posted on by Matthew Davis
TaxAct Professional Informational Text Message Alerts We understand that our tax professionals are incredibly busy and are often bogged down by emails. Knowing this... it was important that TaxAct® Professional implement a text messaging solution for critical in-season alerts. We are excited to announce that our new Text Message Alerts Program is finally here! When you join this program, you will be receiving convenient & timely updates about our product, available tax software, and more. You can join the program in one of two ways:  Text TaxPro to 844-620-1044 or  Click her...
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1 State Now Available

Posted on by Swathi Gunnala
The following TaxAct Professional 2021 States are now available: 1041 AL If you’ve already purchased your 2021 State Editions, you will be able to install all available states by going to the Online –> Install State menu option. You can use the Auto Install Method by checking the box next to the available state(s) and clicking the Auto Install button. See the State Program Release Dates page for the entire list of available states and anticipated release dates. If you need to purchase State Editions, you can order online or call our Professional Sales team at 319-536-...
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1 States Now Available

Posted on by Swathi Gunnala
The following TaxAct Professional 2021 States are now available: 1065 LA If you’ve already purchased your 2021 State Editions, you will be able to install all available states by going to the Online –> Install State menu option. You can use the Auto Install Method by checking the box next to the available state(s) and clicking the Auto Install button. See the State Program Release Dates page for the entire list of available states and anticipated release dates. If you need to purchase State Editions, you can order online or call our Professional Sales team at 319-536-...
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4 States Now Available

Posted on by Swathi Gunnala
The following TaxAct Professional 2021 States are now available: 1041 AZ MD NE OH If you’ve already purchased your 2021 State Editions, you will be able to install all available states by going to the Online –> Install State menu option. You can use the Auto Install Method by checking the box next to the available state(s) and clicking the Auto Install button. See the State Program Release Dates page for the entire list of available states and anticipated release dates. If you need to purchase State Editions, you can order online or call our Professional Sale...
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5 States Now Available

Posted on by Rick Mooberry
The following TaxAct Professional 2021 States are now available: 1041 IL NJ 1065 AL 1120 AL 1120S AL If you’ve already purchased your 2021 State Editions, you will be able to install all available states by going to the Online –> Install State menu option. You can use the Auto Install Method by checking the box next to the available state(s) and clicking the Auto Install button. See the State Program Release Dates page for the entire list of available states and anticipated release dates. If you need to purchase State Editions, y...
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10 States Now Available

Posted on by Swathi Gunnala
The following TaxAct Professional 2021 States are now available: 1040 TX 1041 CA MA MI MO TX 1065 NE TX NJ 1120 AK LA ME NJ TX 1120S NJ AK LA NE TX If you’ve already purchased your 2021 State Editions, you will be able to install all available states by going to the Online –> Install State menu option. You can use the Auto Install Method by checking the box next to the available state(s) and clicking the Auto Install button. See the State Program Release Dates page for the entire li...
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4 States Now Available

Posted on by Swathi Gunnala
The following TaxAct Professional 2021 States are now available: 1041 IA 1065 AK NC 1120 NC NY 1120S NC NY If you’ve already purchased your 2021 State Editions, you will be able to install all available states by going to the Online –> Install State menu option. You can use the Auto Install Method by checking the box next to the available state(s) and clicking the Auto Install button. See the State Program Release Dates page for the entire list of available states and anticipated release dates. If you need to purchase State...
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3 States Now Available

Posted on by Swathi Gunnala
The following TaxAct Professional 2021 States are now available: 1041 GA SC 1065 MT 1120 MT 1120S MT If you’ve already purchased your 2021 State Editions, you will be able to install all available states by going to the Online –> Install State menu option. You can use the Auto Install Method by checking the box next to the available state(s) and clicking the Auto Install button. See the State Program Release Dates page for the entire list of available states and anticipated release dates. If you need to purchase State Editions, y...
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12 States Now Available

Posted on by Swathi Gunnala
The following TaxAct Professional 2021 States are now available: 1041 CO KS NC NM RI 1065 ID MD MO OH TN WI 1120 CA ID MD MO TN WI 1120S ID MD MO OH TN WI If you’ve already purchased your 2021 State Editions, you will be able to install all available states by going to the Online –> Install State menu option. You can use the Auto Install Method by checking the box next to the available state(s) and clicking the Auto Install button. See the State Program Release Dates page for the...
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⏰ It’s Not Too Late to Enroll in Bank Products

Posted on by Matthew Davis
Are you still considering enrolling in bank products?  Melanie Milton, one of our Bank Product Experts, will be hosting Bank Product Webinars each Wednesday in February. From Refund Transfers to Cash Advances to Software Purchase Assistance, TaxAct® Professional Bank Product fees are among the lowest in the marketplace. In this webinar you will learn: How Refund Transfers can grow your customer base. About incentives you can earn as a tax professional by using bank products. How you can help those clients counting down the days until their refund comes in with a cash advance. ...
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TaxAct 2021 Professional Federal Editions Update (v1.03)

Posted on by Swathi Gunnala
The following TaxAct 2021 Professional Editions are now available: Federal 1040 – Version 1.04 Federal 1065 – Version 1.03 Federal 1120 – Version 1.03 Federal 1120S – Version 1.03 Federal 1041 – Version 1.03 You can also check for updates at any time by clicking the Online –> Check for Updates menu. See the State Program Release Dates page for the entire list of available states and anticipated release dates. Thank you for choosing TaxAct Professional. If you need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us: Pro Sales: ProSales@TaxAct.com, 319.536....
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9 States Now Available

Posted on by Swathi Gunnala
The following TaxAct Professional 2021 States are now available: 1040  ND 1041 KY ND NY 1065 FL IA ND NH NM OR 1120 FL IA ND NH NM OR 1120S FL GA IA ND NH NM OR If you’ve already purchased your 2021 State Editions, you will be able to install all available states by going to the Online –> Install State menu option. You can use the Auto Install Method by checking the box next to the available state(s) and clicking the Auto Install button. See the State Program Release Dat...
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Statue Update – North Carolina Processing State Returns

Posted on by Matthew Davis
You may submit your clients North Carolina state forms at the same time you submit their federal form beginning January 24. Due to the late approval of the state budget, which included multiple tax law changes, North Carolina will not start processing e-files until mid-February. These returns will show in the queue, but you will not receive status updates until North Carolina starts processing.
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