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March 26, 2020
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How do I make a correction to last year's taxes?

  • March 26, 2020
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DoninGA
Employee
March 26, 2020

To make any changes to a 2018 tax return you would have to amend the tax return.

 

See this TurboTax support FAQ for amending a 2018 tax return - https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/amending/help/how-do-i-amend-a-return-in-turbotax/01/27579

Employee
March 26, 2020

Did you file it?  If so then you have to prepare an amended return and mail it in.

 

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/2566895-what-does-it-mean-to-amend-a-return

 

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1894381-how-to-amend-change-or-correct-a-return-you-already-filed?jump_to=answer_3288565

 

A 1040X cannot be e-filed.  It must be printed and mailed.  It will take about 4 months for the IRS to process an amended return.  It is a good idea to use a mailing service that will track it, like UPS or certified mail, so you will know it was received.

Wait about 3 weeks from mailing and you can check the status of your amended return:

https://www.irs.gov/Filing/Individuals/Amended-Returns-(Form-1040-X)/Wheres-My-Amended-Return-1

 

https://www.irs.gov/filing/individuals/amended-returns-form-1040-x/amended-return-frequently-asked-questions

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