Note: The best practice when entering multiple state tax information into TaxSlayer Pro is to first create the nonresident return(s) and finish with the resident return. This allows the income tax data from another state to transfer to the resident return. In TaxSlayer Pro, when creating the resident return you are prompted to pull in other state tax info, and by selecting "Yes" this info is pulled in and the credit for taxes paid to another state is automatically calculated.
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. TaxSlayer Pro will prompt to import any other state tax information found. Selecting Yes at this prompt will automatically calculate the credit for taxes paid to the other state.
Otherwise, to view or adjust the credit for taxes paid to another state in the Massachusetts individual tax return in TaxSlayer Pro, from the Massachusetts Tax Return Menu select:
- Income Tax After Credits
- Credit for income tax paid to other state
- Other State Credit - Schedule OJC
Additional Information:
Massachusetts State Tax Information
Mass Gov: Individual Income Tax Forms & Instructions
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