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I need to make a correction on my tax return?

Did you already e-file it?  Does it say it is "pending"?
**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.**

I need to make a correction on my tax return?

Pending

I need to make a correction on my tax return?


Oh no.  Well, now you just have to wait.  The IRS will not even begin to accept or reject 2018 returns until January 28.  Since you e-filed it, it is just sitting on a server, and you cannot do one thing to fix your mistake.  You cannot cancel it, stop it, or change it.

If you get lucky and they reject your return, you will be able to correct your mistake and re-submit it with the corrections.  If it is accepted, then your real wait begins.  You will have to wait until it is fully processed--which will take at least a month, then you will have to prepare an amended return called a 1040X which you print, sign and mail to the IRS.  It cannot be e-filed.  It takes the IRS about 4 months to process an amended return.  IF you are getting a refund from that amended return, they will mail a check (no direct deposits for amended returns).

Meanwhile, do NOT try to change anything on your tax return.  If you do, you will make a big mess for yourself and it will be even harder to sort out.  Sit tight and see what the IRS does with your return in a few weeks.  Post back here for help when you know whether it was accepted or rejected.  You will get an email after January 28 telling you if your return was accepted or rejected.


**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.**

I need to make a correction on my tax return?

You cannot change a tax return that has been filed and is pending until the IRS either accepts or rejects it. The IRS will not begin receiving tax returns until Jan. 28 so you must wait until after that date to get an acceptance or rejection notice. If your return is rejected, you can make the correction and fix the reason for rejection if it is something else, and resubmit your return.

If your return is accepted, you must wait until the IRS processes your return and sends your refund (if you are getting one). You must then prepare, print, sign and mail an amended return form 1040X. That form may not be available until the end of January or even into February. 

AmbZib
New Member

I need to make a correction on my tax return?

yes, no

creech91
Returning Member

I need to make a correction on my tax return?

Yes

 

creech91
Returning Member

I need to make a correction on my tax return?

Thanks brother for the info.

creech91
Returning Member

I need to make a correction on my tax return?

Thanks for the info.

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