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posted Mar 31, 2021 11:56:53 AM

Amending 1040 due to Dependent included in error

Hello,

When filing my 1040 I had included my 23 year on son as a dependent.  While going through the all the questions to determine if he was eligible to be considered as a dependent, Turbo Tax determined he was not eligible to be included as a dependent.  However, Turbo Tax did not then remove him as a dependent nor remind me to remove him as a dependent.  So he was left on my return and I now need to file an Amended 1040.  I am using Home & Business edition for Turbo Tax.

 

I am not sure how to file the Amendment.  Can you assist me?

 

That you,

Betty Michelle

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Expert Alumni
Mar 31, 2021 12:39:45 PM

First, make sure you really need to amend and that your 2020 return was accepted in TurboTax Online or paper-filed through the mail. You can't amend a return that hasn't been filed yet.

When you're ready to amend, find your situation below and follow the instructions.

TurboTax Online

TurboTax CD/Download

 

Once you are in the program, go back to the Personal Info section and delete him.