I've used ATX for years. I e-file several family members returns for no compensation. Since NYS is a mandatory efile state, I use my ERO to efile, but I don't enter anything in the Paid Preparer section - since I am not being paid. This year (for the first time) I am getting an error. It says:
"NY will reject any return that does not have a Preparer Name and SSN/PTIN. If the Paid Preparer is also the ERO, enter the SSN or PTIN on the 'Preparer Manager' on 'Preparers' tab."
Is there anyway around this?