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d-sypha
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Why do i have an underpayment penalty if this is the first year i have to pay taxes?

 
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AmyC
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Why do i have an underpayment penalty if this is the first year i have to pay taxes?

The IRS requires you to make payments the quarter the income is earned. If you fail to make proper payments and owe more than $1,000, you owe penalties. In the future, be sure to make Payments each quarter as you earn income.

Reference: Form 1040-ES, Estimated Tax for Individuals 

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