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posted May 31, 2019 7:17:43 PM

Dependent didn't get filed on my taxes

I added my newborn and then after I filed it put he didn't live with me when he does. I'm his mom. How can I change this?

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May 31, 2019 7:17:45 PM

You have to say the child lived with you the whole year--you are allowed to say that for a new born.  But if you already e-filed, you are going to need to wait, and go through the right steps to correct it.  For now....

You cannot change or add anything on the return that you just e-filed.  It is too late, just like when you put an envelope in a US mailbox

Now you have to wait until the IRS either rejects or accepts your return.  If your return is rejected, you will be able to go into your account and make the necessary changes to your tax return and re-submit your return. 

 If the IRS accepts your return, however, then you have to wait longer until it has been fully processed and you have received your refund.  THEN you can prepare an amended tax return and mail it in. You will need to use a form called a 1040X. You cannot e-file an amended return.  They have to be mailed, and it takes at least 2-3 months for the IRS to process an amended return.  Meanwhile, DO NOT go in and start changing anything on your return in the system, or you will make a mess for yourself.  Sit tight and wait until you see what the IRS does with the return you just e-filed


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