Why would I pay additional tax after filing my return?

Sometimes the IRS will make adjustments to your return and send a notice saying you owe them more money after you file your tax return.

If you paid additional tax after you filed your return, you should include this amount as tax paid when filing your amended return (even if you originally got a refund). It will result in a bigger refund or smaller amount owed on your amended return.

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