if ur using a mac try safari. chrome keeps blocking it for me but safari works fine

Had this exact same issue last month! The problem is usually with the IRS site's PDF viewer compatibility. Here's what finally worked for me: 1) Disable any ad blockers temporarily 2) Make sure JavaScript is enabled 3) Try accessing during off-peak hours (early morning works best) 4) If all else fails, you can request transcripts by mail using Form 4506-T - takes 5-10 business days but it's a guaranteed backup option. The mail route saved my mortgage application when the website kept failing me!

Just wanted to mention - don't forget to look at the hidden costs of moving states. I moved my LLC from California to Nevada thinking I'd save on taxes. But then I had to register as a "foreign entity" doing business in California anyway, AND pay the Nevada fees. Ended up paying MORE overall plus had the headache of maintaining registrations in two states. Sometimes the "tax-saving" strategies end up costing more than they save. Make sure you account for ALL costs before making big changes.

As someone who's dealt with franchise tax issues across multiple states, I'd strongly recommend getting professional advice before making any major structural changes. Your $320k revenue puts you in a tricky spot where small changes can have big impacts. A few things to consider: First, make sure you're calculating your franchise tax correctly. In Texas, you can deduct cost of goods sold OR compensation - whichever is greater - from your total revenue before calculating the tax. Many small businesses miss this and overpay. Second, timing matters. If you're close to a threshold, sometimes you can defer revenue or accelerate expenses to stay below certain levels, but this needs to be done carefully and legitimately. Third, consider whether you actually need the LLC structure. If you don't have significant liability concerns and can handle the self-employment tax implications, a sole proprietorship avoids franchise tax entirely in Texas. Before relocating or restructuring, run the numbers on ALL costs - not just the franchise tax. Include registered agent fees, additional accounting costs, potential loss of business relationships, and the time value of managing multi-state compliance. Sometimes paying the franchise tax is actually the most cost-effective option.

One thing no one has mentioned - make sure you file in the right order! Start with the oldest year first and work forward. This is important because some tax attributes carry forward from year to year. If you have any business losses, capital losses, or credits that might carry forward, filing out of sequence can really mess things up.

Really glad to hear you're getting your life back on track! Six years of unfiled returns might seem overwhelming, but it's absolutely manageable and you're taking the right step by addressing it now. A few key points to keep in mind: Since you mentioned having steady W-2 income with proper withholding, there's a good chance you may have been owed refunds for some of those years (though you can only claim refunds for the last 3 years). The penalty situation might not be as bad as you think if you don't actually owe much. Before jumping into anything, I'd suggest requesting wage and income transcripts from the IRS for each of those years - you can do this online at IRS.gov. This will show you exactly what income the IRS has on file for you and help you gather any missing documents. It's free and can really help you understand your situation before you start filing. Given your income level and the fact that you had withholding, you might be able to handle some of the simpler years yourself using tax software for prior years, but definitely consider getting professional help for at least the first year to make sure you're doing everything correctly. The peace of mind is worth it, and they can often spot opportunities for penalty abatements or other relief you might not know about. You've got this! Taking action now is the hardest part, and it sounds like you're in a much better place to handle it than you were before.

Just went through this exact situation as a Canadian! The key is figuring out if you're a "resident alien" or "nonresident alien" for tax purposes. If you qualify as a resident under the SPT (but remember J-1 days don't count for first 2 years), file Form 1040. If you're a nonresident the whole year, file Form 1040NR. If you're a resident for part of the year and nonresident for the other part (dual-status), it gets complicated. You'd file either: - Form 1040NR and write "Dual-Status Return" across the top, attaching a Form 1040 labeled as "Dual-Status Statement" for the resident portion of the year, OR - Form 1040 with "Dual-Status Return" written across the top, attaching a 1040NR as a statement for the nonresident portion Which one you use as the "main" form depends on your status on the last day of the tax year.

This thread has been incredibly helpful! I'm dealing with a similar situation as a newcomer from the UK. I was on an H-1B for 6 months last year and then got my green card in December. From what I'm reading here, it sounds like I'd need to file as dual-status since I became a permanent resident partway through the year. Would my H-1B days count toward the SPT calculation (unlike the J-1 exemption mentioned above)? And since I was a resident on December 31st due to the green card, I'd use Form 1040 as my main form with a 1040NR statement attached for the first part of the year when I was on H-1B? Also, does anyone know if the UK-US tax treaty affects how I report certain types of income during the nonresident portion? I had some UK bank interest and dividends that I'm not sure how to handle on the dual-status return. The complexity of this system is mind-boggling compared to UK taxes! Thank you all for sharing your experiences - it's so much more helpful than trying to decipher the IRS publications alone.

I've been preparing 1065s for my own investment partnerships for the past 4 years, and I'd recommend considering FreeTaxUSA Business if you want a middle-ground option between consumer software and professional-grade tools. It handles multiple partnerships well and costs significantly less than Drake or ProSeries (around $200-300 per return vs $1,500+ for professional software). The interface is straightforward, and it does carry forward member information year to year, which eliminates the data re-entry headache you mentioned. One thing to watch out for with any software: make sure it can properly handle different classes of membership interests if your LLCs have varying profit/loss allocation percentages among members. I learned this lesson when we had some members with preferred returns and others with standard allocations. Also, regardless of which software you choose, I'd strongly suggest creating a master spreadsheet with all member information (names, addresses, SSNs, ownership percentages, capital contributions) that you can easily import or reference. This makes switching between software platforms much easier if needed.

Based on my experience managing partnership returns for investment LLCs, I'd strongly recommend looking into the professional-grade options mentioned here, especially if you're dealing with 50+ K-1s across two entities. I made the mistake of trying to scale up with TurboTax Business when I went from one small LLC to multiple entities, and it became a nightmare. The software kept crashing when generating bulk K-1s, and there was no good way to manage member data across different partnerships. Drake Tax is expensive upfront, but the time savings are incredible once you're dealing with dozens of K-1s. The member database feature alone will save you hours each year. I also second the recommendation for taxr.ai - I've heard great things from other LLC managers, particularly for the automated allocation calculations. One tip regardless of which software you choose: make sure to test the K-1 generation process with a few sample members before committing to any platform. Some software handles complex ownership structures better than others, and you don't want to discover limitations after you've already input all your data. Also, consider the ongoing support costs. Professional software typically includes phone support during tax season, which can be a lifesaver when you're dealing with unusual situations that investment LLCs often encounter.