Why was refund short by total of 1,000 dollars.

[stevealpern]

My refund was $1,784 but return on $784.  Was there error on the 1?  Seems odd that  exactly $1,000 short with no explanation.

[VolvoGirl]

You may have missed entering a decimal point or entered it in the wrong spot.  Like in your withholding or estimated payments.  Check 1040 lines 16&17.

[stevealpern]

Thanks. Checked all figures. Only comas. All looks correct to included estimated payments of $1,000 X 4. All done via Turbo. Line 20a refund is exactly 1,784. Never had this happen before.  Wonder who to call now?  Any suggestion.

[VolvoGirl]

Maybe they didn't get one of your estimated payments.  Double check your bank records.

[SweetieJean]

Did you elect to have $1,000 applied towards 2019 estimated taxes?

[Anonymous · Accepted solution]

the IRS should send you an explanation.  you do have the option to call them 

[stevealpern]

No sure on how long to wait for explanation.  Do you happen to have good number to call?  Many thanks.