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Level 2
June 1, 2019
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Tax return rejected 2017 AGI

  • June 1, 2019
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Just filed my 2018 taxes as a single, and it was rejected because of 2017 AGI. My mom claims me as a dependent on her tax return. My 2017 AGI is correct but IRS rejected it, do they want my mom's AGI?

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crode20Author
Level 2
June 1, 2019
I filed 2017 tax returns and entered the correct 2917 AGI amount.
Level 2
July 31, 2019

I filed my 2017 tax return by mail and i am sure it has not been entered into the IRS system yet but i have my AGI from that return.  Can i still efile my 2018 taxes or do i have to either mail it or wait for the IRS to enter my 2017 information?

Level 15
July 31, 2019

@barnes561 If you mailed your 2017 return recently then your 2017 AGI will not be in the system any time soon, so forget about trying to use it to e-file 2018.  Try using zero for your 2018 AGI.  If zero does not work then you will have to print, sign and mail your 2018 return.

 

When you mail a tax return, you need to attach any documents showing tax withheld, such as your W-2’s or any 1099’s.  Use a mailing service that will track it, such as UPS or certified mail so you will know the IRS/state received the return.

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crode20Author
Level 2
June 1, 2019
*2017 AGI amount*
PopeyeTheSalior
Level 13
June 1, 2019
Did you enter as zero?
crode20Author
Level 2
June 1, 2019
No, I entered the AGI amount
PopeyeTheSalior
Level 13
June 1, 2019
Okay.  So you are required to file a return.  My bet.  The best and fastest way to access the 2017 AGI is to order a transcript from the IRS.  Click here Get Transcript and select "Get Transcript Online " On the transcript, look under section "Adjustment to Income" and find the amount for Adjusted Gross Income.
PopeyeTheSalior
Level 13
June 1, 2019

No.  They do not.  If you did not file a 2017 tax return, your AGI would be zero.