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posted Jun 4, 2019 2:41:54 PM

I filed my taxes and was expecting a refund of 7600, I payed the fees with a debit card and now it says I will get 7502 back. Why is this?

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Level 1
Jun 4, 2019 2:41:55 PM

Because we have a pay as you go tax system, even if you are receiving a refund, you may owe underpayment penalties.

To determine how TurboTax calculated your tax return, 
·       Go to Review
·       Scrolls down to explain how
·       Click How Did You Calculate

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Level 1
Jun 4, 2019 2:41:55 PM

Because we have a pay as you go tax system, even if you are receiving a refund, you may owe underpayment penalties.

To determine how TurboTax calculated your tax return, 
·       Go to Review
·       Scrolls down to explain how
·       Click How Did You Calculate