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After you file

There are a few reasons why refunds received from the IRS may be different than expected this tax season:

  • The IRS adjusted the recovery rebate credit calculated on your return
  • The IRS adjusted the child tax credit calculated on your return 
  • The IRS made adjustments due to differences in what is reported to them or adjustments to certain credits and deductions
  • Your refund is offset as part of the Treasury Offset Program 
  • An adjustment for Federal taxes owed for a previous year

 

No matter the reason, you will be getting a letter of explanation in the mail soon.  Click on the link up top and you will see detailed information on each possibility.  

 

 

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