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New Member
posted Sep 25, 2021 10:50:44 AM

I received an email stating there was an error that could effect my 2020 tax return. is this a valid email?

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Level 15
Sep 25, 2021 10:52:37 AM

What was the source of the email?   Who sent the email?   No one in this user forum has access to your account or your tax return, and we do not know anything about emails that you received.  Provide some details.

Level 15
Sep 25, 2021 10:53:06 AM

Maybe, Turbo Tax has sent out emails if you need to amend.  What is the error?

New Member
Sep 25, 2021 11:09:17 AM

that's what is frustrating its very vague. just says to review my 2020 return but does not tell me what to look for. 

 

Dear Valued TurboTax customer,
 
We’re contacting you because we identified an error that may have impacted your 2020 tax return. We fixed the issue in TurboTax and recommend that you verify your 2020 tax data to ensure you are getting every dollar you deserve.

There are no additional fees for checking your TurboTax return or for preparing an amendment. Just follow the detailed instructions here.

We’re here to help if you have questions or need assistance. You can call us at [phone number removed] (Monday through Friday, 5 AM to 5 PM Pacific Time) to reach a tax expert who is prepared to assist you with this issue. Let the expert know you’re calling about: “September 2021 Federal Data Transfer Issue”

Level 15
Sep 25, 2021 11:11:21 AM
Returning Member
Sep 25, 2021 8:00:50 PM

How do I know if I am impacted by this error?

Level 15
Sep 26, 2021 7:57:53 AM

Follow the instructions or call for help as directed : 

 

There are no additional fees for checking your TurboTax return or for preparing an amendment. Just follow the detailed instructions here.

We’re here to help if you have questions or need assistance. You can call us at [phone number removed] (Monday through Friday, 5 AM to 5 PM Pacific Time) to reach a tax expert who is prepared to assist you with this issue. Let the expert know you’re calling about: “September 2021 Federal Data Transfer Issue”

New Member
Oct 1, 2021 11:02:58 AM

I received same notice.  However, my "issue" is "September 2021 Carryover Issue."

Level 15
Oct 1, 2021 11:12:25 AM

Yes that's about the link I posted above

New Member
Oct 1, 2021 12:17:46 PM

I had the exact same email. Unfortunately, the linked instructions are on how to file an amended return IF you were impacted by the error. It does not explain how to determine if you were impacted by the error and need to file an amended return or what exactly needs to be changed in the amended return. So, how do we figure that out?

New Member
Oct 1, 2021 12:24:02 PM

OK. Shortly after posting my last comment, I decided to take the plunge and click on "Amend my Return" in Turbo tax, and one of the first screens asks "Why are you amending your return" and one of the options says "TurboTax Sent me an email" - if you click on that and answer the questions, it will walk you through the process.

Level 15
Oct 1, 2021 12:24:52 PM

Before you open the return save a PDF & .taxfile  for your records then open the return using the amendment process to allow the correction to be made.  Then see if there is a difference ... if you need further assistance contact TT support as directed :   https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/amend-tax-return/help/how-do-i-amend-my-return-to-fix-the-turbotax... 

Level 2
Oct 13, 2021 5:09:14 PM

i doubt it. check with the irs. i don't think they do that. alternatively, you could respond and if they ask for ANY information, it's a scam and report it to irs

Level 15
Oct 13, 2021 5:20:42 PM


@udontluvme wrote:

i doubt it. check with the irs. i don't think they do that. alternatively, you could respond and if they ask for ANY information, it's a scam and report it to irs


See this - https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/amend-tax-return/help/how-do-i-amend-my-return-to-fix-the-turbotax-live-retail-double-import-issue/00/2354745

New Member
Oct 14, 2021 9:51:07 AM

IRS couldn't confirm Sharon's identity (my wife, filed jointly) . They want her AGI as shown on our 1040, line 8:b. That an "ours", not just hers. Is that what I use?

Level 15
Oct 14, 2021 9:54:52 AM

Correct ... the AGI on a joint return is the same number for you both. 

Level 1
Apr 2, 2022 6:50:19 PM

I received the same message, I received a refund, now they say I owe $3500. They changed my taxable income to be much higher than it is so that I need to pay more tax. I have a copy of my original tax form for 2020  with the correct numbers. They wanted to know how I wanted to pay for this and they would take care of it.

I'm not sure what to do now I don't trust Turbo tax to fix it. I may call the Attorney General of my state and ask them.

 

 

Level 1
Apr 2, 2022 7:08:17 PM

The email came from   [email address removed]  they put this phone number[phone number removed]

Scam turbo notice

From [email address removed]

Level 1
Apr 2, 2022 7:19:00 PM

I posted the scam email and phone number on here and turbo tax has removed it.....WHY?

 

Here it is again, [email address removed]    [phone number removed]

 

This makes me even more suspicious of turbo tax. If I don't get some answers I'm calling the Attorney General.

Returning Member
Apr 2, 2022 7:22:25 PM

I never respond directly to emails like that. Never click on a link. Go to the "claimed" source online and log in and see if there is really an issue. 99% of the time its not there. These are usually phishing attempts to get you to click a link an infect your computer.

Level 15
Apr 2, 2022 7:22:53 PM

@imhoff911 The filter in the user forum routinely removes email addresses and phone numbers to protect the users who post here.    There are scammers and identity thieves who look for such information.   The community is trying to protect its users by removing phone numbers and email addresses so that they will not be contacted by criminals.   This is a public web site.   The filter cannot differentiate between the email and phone number you posted and information that could cause harm to a hapless user.

Level 1
Apr 2, 2022 7:30:25 PM

Is this letter from TurboTax? is it legit? What do we do to get the correct 2020 tax form fixed? 

Level 15
Apr 2, 2022 7:53:14 PM
Level 1
Apr 2, 2022 8:07:48 PM

Is this a scam letter?

Level 15
Apr 2, 2022 8:18:08 PM

It might be legit.

 

Sept 2021 Error

Turbo Tax sent out an email about doubling an amount carried over from your 2019 state tax return involving either the refund amount or balance due.

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