I efiled my Federal taxes and then discovered a mistake on my W-2. I now have a corrected W-2 from my employer, the correction only effects my local taxes. Do I need to file amended federal taxes? I don't think the updated local info effects my federal taxes at all, but not sure if IRS will expect a amended filing when they see the corrected W-2.
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Yes, you should amend your tax return for a W-2C (corrected W-2) since it involves your local income amount and/or local tax withholding. In addition, if you itemize your deductions and your local taxes withheld were adjusted on a W-2C, then it may impact your Schedule A.
If your e-file is still pending, you won't be able to make changes until the IRS either accepts or rejects your return. Once accepted, please follow the directions on the How do I amend my 2020 return?
Once you elect to amend your return, please follow the steps below to enter your corrected W-2:
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