1040x amended return

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July 15, 2019
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I have filed my return, it has been processed but I didn’t receive my return. I contacted the IRS they told me to file a 1040x due to things needing to be corrected. I have prepared the form. How do I know what my return amount will be?

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Level 15

If the IRS accepts your ORIGINAL return, then you have to wait until it has been fully processed and you have received your refund. THEN you can prepare an amended tax return 1040X and mail it in. You cannot e-file an amended return. Meanwhile, DO NOT change anything on your return until you start the amended return.
How to amend (change or correct) a return you already filed

You can amend returns that have been accepted by the IRS. If your return is pending, you won't be able to make any changes until it's accepted or rejected by the IRS. If you don't know your e-file status, we can help you check it.

Select a tax year for specific amending instructions.

Keep in mind: You have 3 years from the date you filed your return (or 2 years after you paid the tax due, whichever is later) to file an amended return, which means you don't have to get it done by the April 15 filing deadline.

Critter

Level 15

Three weeks after you've mailed your amended returns you can start tracking its status using the IRS "Where's My Amended Return?" tool or by calling their automated number 1-866-464-2050.
Do keep in mind; it can take 12-16 weeks for your amended returns to be processed.
https://www.irs.gov/filing/wheres-my-amended-return