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why does IRS calculated refund differ from turbotax calculation

  • April 11, 2022
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    Best answer by N03scap4-

    For the tax year of 2020, the IRS's tells me that I underpaid by $484.00.   Turbotax reports $0 owed.   I have spent many hours reviewing and re-reviewing my paperwork and the TurboTax generated reports, and am completely baffled!    Actually, I was  ready to "give the money to the IRS" when I found this message site.    I'm not certain as to what you require to lessen my frustration, but  I'd appreciate any ideas you can give.     Thank you from Richard

     

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    DoninGA
    Level 15
    Level 15
    April 11, 2022

    Does the IRS website indicate that you were sent less than what was reported on your federal tax return Form 1040 Line 34? - https://www.irs.gov/refunds

     

    If less, how much is the difference?

    Mike9241
    Level 15
    Level 15
    April 11, 2022

    if the IRS is less it's usually because the taxpayer left something off their return. you should receive an explanation in 2 to 3 weeks. Or you can go to the IRS website and review your tax return transcript after registering if you have not done so already

     

    Mike9241
    N03scap4-Author
    Level 2
    April 12, 2022

    So,,,,, what is usually wrong when the IRS "claims" I underpaid. My problem is that I paid the amount that Turbotax calculated and reported to me.        

    Richard

    Level 15
    April 14, 2022

    It would be best to follow the instructions here to reach out to us by phone, as that will allow a tax specialist to look over the return. @

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