Note: The best practice when entering multiple state tax information into TaxSlayer ProWeb is to start with the nonresident return(s) and finish with the resident return. This allows the income tax data from the nonresident state(s) to transfer to the resident return.
Massachusetts residents may claim a nonrefundable credit for taxes paid to another state. The income must be taxed by both jurisdictions. This credit is for state income taxes imposed on a taxpayer's income; it does not include city or local taxes. Foreign taxes are not included, with the exception of taxes paid to Canada and is reduced by any U.S. foreign tax credit allowed on Form 1116.
Before starting the Massachusetts return, prepare the nonresident return(s). Once all nonresident returns are finished, create the Massachusetts resident return and ProWeb will automatically calculate the credit based on the nonresident return information.
If the Massachusetts return is for a part-year resident, print a copy of the nonresident return(s) to refer to when entering the information for the credit.
To enter or adjust the credit for taxes paid to another state in the Massachusetts individual tax return in ProWeb, from the Massachusetts Return menu select:
- Credits
- Credit for Taxes Paid to Another State
- Credit for Taxes Paid to Another State
Additional Information:
Massachusetts State Tax Information
Mass Gov: Individual Income Tax Forms & Instructions
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