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Got married January 10, 2017, last name is now different. Do I need to change my last name in my tax info for 2016 to receive my refund?

 
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Got married January 10, 2017, last name is now different. Do I need to change my last name in my tax info for 2016 to receive my refund?

Have you changed your name with the Social Security Administration?  The name you put on your tax return must match the name currently on file with Social Security.

**Answers are correct to the best of my ability but do not constitute tax or legal advice.

Got married January 10, 2017, last name is now different. Do I need to change my last name in my tax info for 2016 to receive my refund?

Yes I have. However, my previous last name is the one on my W2

Got married January 10, 2017, last name is now different. Do I need to change my last name in my tax info for 2016 to receive my refund?

If you've updated with SS, use your married name on your tax return.
**Answers are correct to the best of my ability but do not constitute tax or legal advice.

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