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Why is my refund amount different vs what was actually deposited ?

Was it more or less than you expected?  And was the deposit for a Federal refund or a state refund?

 

First, check the IRS "Where's My Refund" site to see what was actually sent. 

https://www.irs.gov/wheres-my-refund

 

If your refund deposit is less, did you choose to pay any TurboTax fees out of the Federal refund?  If so, in addition to the product fees, there is a $40 service fee ($45 California) for that payment option.

 

If you are due a state refund, it comes separately from the state tax agency in another deposit.

 

If the IRS reduced your refund amount, they will send a letter in about 3 weeks explaining why.

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