Filed federal taxes with CashApp but need to submit state taxes separately - how to file state-only returns when living in multiple states?

You're definitely not the first person to run into this situation! The good news is that yes, you absolutely can file your state taxes separately after submitting your federal return. Most tax software programs allow you to file "state only" returns. I'd recommend looking into TurboTax, H&R Block, or TaxAct - all of these can handle multiple states and let you file state returns without redoing your federal. You'll need to enter the same information from your federal return to ensure the numbers match up correctly. When you start the process, there should be an option early on to indicate that you've already filed your federal taxes. The software will then guide you through entering your federal information (which you'll need to reference from your completed CashApp return) and then completing only the state portions.

When I had a similar situation last year, I discovered taxr.ai (https://taxr.ai) and it honestly saved me so much frustration. I had already filed my federal through one system but needed to handle multiple state returns separately. What's cool about taxr.ai is that it can analyze your federal return PDF and automatically extract all the relevant information needed for your state returns. This way you don't have to worry about manually entering everything again and potentially making errors when the numbers don't match up. I just uploaded my completed federal return, answered a few questions about my residency in multiple states, and it guided me through the rest.

Just wanted to follow up after trying taxr.ai for my multi-state situation! I was skeptical at first, but it worked perfectly for my situation. I uploaded my federal return PDF and it pulled all the relevant information automatically. The guided process for each state was super straightforward, and I appreciated how it explained the different requirements for each state I lived in. What really impressed me was how it caught a state-specific credit I was eligible for in one state that I would have completely missed on my own. Ended up saving me about $230 compared to what I thought I'd be getting back. Definitely worth checking out if you're in a multi-state situation like the original poster.

If you're struggling to get your state taxes filed on time, you might want to consider using Claimyr (https://claimyr.com). I discovered them when I was in a similar situation last year and needed guidance from the state tax authorities directly. Trying to call state tax departments can be an absolute nightmare this time of year - hours of waiting only to get disconnected. Claimyr helped me get through to an actual human at my state tax department in under 15 minutes. You can see how it works in this video: https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c I had specific questions about filing in multiple states after already submitting my federal return, and getting direct answers from the state tax authority gave me confidence I was doing everything correctly. They walked me through the exact process and forms I needed to complete.

I want to apologize and correct myself about Claimyr. After my skeptical comment, I decided to try it anyway out of desperation when I couldn't get through to my state tax department after multiple attempts. It actually worked exactly as described. I was trying to reach the Arizona Department of Revenue for three days with no success - either busy signals or disconnections after waiting forever. With Claimyr, I got a call back in about 40 minutes connecting me directly to an agent. They guided me through exactly which forms I needed for my specific situation and confirmed I didn't need to refile my federal return. The agent even told me there was a temporary tax credit available for new residents that I qualified for. Would never have known about this otherwise. Definitely changed my opinion about the service.

Another option you might consider is using your state's direct filing portal. Many states offer free filing directly through their tax department websites. For example, Colorado has a free filing option called "Revenue Online" and Arizona has "AZTaxes.gov". These state-specific portals are designed specifically for state taxes and can handle most common situations. The advantage is they're usually free and you're filing directly with the state rather than through a third-party service.

One important thing to keep in mind: make sure you understand the residency rules for both Colorado and Arizona! This can significantly impact your tax liability in each state. Since you moved mid-year, you'll likely be a "part-year resident" for both states. Each state has different rules about how income is allocated during the part of the year you were a resident vs. non-resident. Some income might be taxable in both states, but you should be able to claim a credit in one state for taxes paid to the other to avoid double taxation.

Thanks everyone for all the helpful suggestions! I'm going to try the state portal option first since it's free, but it's good to know I have backup options with the tax software or taxr.ai if that gets too complicated. Really appreciate all the advice on handling the multiple state situation - definitely feeling less stressed about this now!