You can use TurboTax tax preparation software to do the calculations for you, or get a copy of the worksheet accompanying Form 1040-ES and work your way through it. Either way, you’ll need some items so you can plan what your estimated tax payments should be: Your previous year’s return.

Where do I enter my quarterly tax payments in TurboTax?

You can enter the estimated taxes you paid by following these steps: In TurboTax, open your tax return and click on Federal Taxes, then Deductions & Credits. Under All tax breaks, locate the section named Estimates and Other Taxes Paid and click Show more. Click on Start next to Estimates (see attached screenshot).

Can estimated taxes be paid electronically?

You may send estimated tax payments with Form 1040-ES by mail, or you can pay online, by phone or from your mobile device using the IRS2Go app. Visit to view all the options. Corporations must deposit the payment using the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System.

How do I pay my estimated taxes with Turbo Tax?

You cannot finish your estimated tax filing with Turbo Tax, but you can use the software to generate Form 1040 ES and calculate the amount you owe. You must then mail the form and your payment to the IRS or submit your payment electronically through the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System.

Do you have to make estimated tax payments?

If you are receiving a fellowship stipend and your university does not allow you to have income tax withheld from it, you may be required to make quarterly estimated tax payments. These estimated tax payments need to be listed on your federal tax return so you receive credit for making them.

How does TurboTax work for self employed business?

Forget filling out handwritten forms: When you use QuickBooks Self-Employed for your business, the program will figure out your estimated taxes for you. TurboTax can also figure out and generate your estimated payment vouchers automatically when you prepare your taxes using TurboTax.

Why is Turbo Tax giving me an error?

Why is 2020 turbo tax giving me an error in filing my tax return. the error is coming in when completing underpayment of estimated tax by individuals. March 10, 2021 1:55 PM