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How do I find the option to file a spouse's return?

I've always been able to file my spouse's return at the same time but do not see an option for that this year.  I've used the home and business edition for 2017.  How do I file a spousal return?
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How do I find the option to file a spouse's return?

When using TurboTax Home and Business, the option to jointly file your income tax return with your spouse is located in the personal information section of your income tax return. 

Click on the heading titled Setting Up and click on Intro. 

Click on Revisit next to Personal Information and click on edit information.

However, once you have answered No to filing your returns jointly and click on continue to go to the next screen, you cannot go back and change it.

You will have to start a new income tax return from the beginning.

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How do I find the option to file a spouse's return?

When using TurboTax Home and Business, the option to jointly file your income tax return with your spouse is located in the personal information section of your income tax return. 

Click on the heading titled Setting Up and click on Intro. 

Click on Revisit next to Personal Information and click on edit information.

However, once you have answered No to filing your returns jointly and click on continue to go to the next screen, you cannot go back and change it.

You will have to start a new income tax return from the beginning.