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posted Apr 16, 2025 4:36:38 AM

my tax return was less than the amount shown

my tax federal said i was getting 395 back but only got back 241, why is that?

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Apr 16, 2025 4:47:22 AM


@white10021 wrote:
my tax federal said i was getting 395 back but only got back 241, why is that?


Is $395 the amount on your Form 1040, Line 35a?   If so, it looks like the difference is $154.   You appear to be using Online Deluxe, at least that is what is shown below your question.

 

Did you prepare both a Federal return and a state return, then chose to pay your TurboTax product fees out of the Federal refund?   If so, there is an additional $40 service fee for that payment option ($45 for California filers.)

 

If the above does not describe your situation, please report back.