Federal & State Tax Filing

Federal & State Tax Filing

After you file your original tax return, you might later realize that some information was incorrect, incomplete, or missing. This can happen for many reasons—such as receiving additional tax documents after filing, entering the wrong income amount, choosing the wrong filing status, or forgetting to claim a deduction or tax credit you were eligible for.

In many cases, the IRS automatically identifies and corrects minor errors during the processing of your return. These typically include simple math mistakes or missing forms. When the IRS makes such corrections, they usually notify you by mail, and you may not need to take any further action.

However, there are situations where you must file an amended tax return to properly update your information. An amended return is required when you need to:

Filing an amended return allows you to provide the IRS with the accurate and complete information needed to correctly assess your tax liability or refund. It ensures that your tax records are up to date and helps you avoid potential issues such as penalties, delays, or future audits.

In short, while not all errors require an amended return, it is essential to file one whenever changes affect the accuracy of your tax return or the amount of tax owed or refunded.