No, filing an amendment will not change your expected refund date from your original return.
** The amendment Form 1040X will be ready in mid-February. To File an Amended
Return:
1. Wait
for your
return to be accepted or rejected by the IRS
2. Log into
your
account, and at your tax timeline select your "2016
Tax Year"
3.
Select to "Amend (Change)
2016 return" and follow the directions:
4.
Print and mail your amendment
when completed.
See FAQ below to verify 1040X availability:
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