Sometimes you dont get everything right on the first try.
Did you know it’s possible for you to get a second chance?
I was happy to learn about amended tax returns this year because I filed incorrectly.
So this year, again, I filed as single.
For my hard work, the IRS considers me head of household.Thank you very much.
No Interest Til Almost 2027?
I can let the IRS know who wears the skinny jeans in my house and get my due return.
Did you know?
The IRS will contact you to fetch those.
(You probably dont want to, anyway.)
How to File an Amended Tax Return
You cant file an amendment electronically.
You have to send paper through the mail.This stopped millennial me in my tracks.
You file usingform 1040X.
(Detailed instructions are here.)
Its free, save for that stamp and the cost to print the form.
A few things to keep in mind:
What Happens Next?
If youre expecting an additional refund, keep an eye out for it!
you’re free to check thestatus of your amended return here.
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