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michelle-smith
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Jun 1, 2019 3:08 AM UTC
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IRS balance due

I was mailed a balance due from the IRS.  Will they just subtract that amount from my refund when I file this year ?
xmasbaby0Answer
Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 3:08 AM UTC

If you owe the IRS they will offset your refund up to the amount you owe.  You do not have to enter this in your tax return.  The IRS knows.

**Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**
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xmasbaby0Level 15Answer
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Jun 1, 2019 3:08 AM UTC

If you owe the IRS they will offset your refund up to the amount you owe.  You do not have to enter this in your tax return.  The IRS knows.

**Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**
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