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Why do I owe taxes for this return but got a refund last return?

huguie — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:43:06 GMT

Re: Why do I owe taxes for this return but got a refund last return?

Mike9241 — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 20:01:34 GMT

every year is different. tax rules change. income and deductions change. withholding and estimated tax payments change. compare your 2021 and 2022 returns to look for differences and then post back if you have questions

Re: Why do I owe taxes for this return but got a refund last return?

hbl3973 — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 20:02:46 GMT

huguie,

There are many possible reasons. Two of the biggest in my experience are (a) the end of COVID enhanced credits and (b) working a second job. Whether either apply to you we wouldn't know as we do not have access to your tax returns, a very good thing. In the end it boils down to your particular tax situation in 2021 vs 2022.