I filed my taxes this yr (07) and I owed money. I mailed them the money and a month later they sent me a check for the same amount that I just paid. Why would they do this? Does this mean that I am about to be audited?
Anyone have any similiar experience? Do they send back the money you paid if you are going to be audited?
2007-05-21 18:14:08 · 5 answers · asked by justin d 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Taxes ➔ United States
Most likely they found an error on your return and you didn't actually owe any tax. If you didn't get a letter with the check, one should follow shortly.
If you don't hear from them within about 30 days, give them a call and ask what's going on.
It does NOT mean that you are being audited! (OK, it doesn't mean you won't be either but if the IRS thinks you owe they will always accept your payment.)
2007-05-22 01:09:31 · answer #1 · answered by Bostonian In MO 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the IRS believes you owe tax, they will not return payment. It is unlikely that you will be audited.
You made an error on the return, and did not owe what you sent in. What I would be interested in, is are you entitled to a refund? The IRS will not volunteer to pay you a refund if you didn't request it.
So have your return examined by a preparer to see if you can get a refund by filing an amended return. At the same time, the preparer examining your return may be able to explain to you why you did not owe what you thought you owed.
2007-05-22 10:16:05 · answer #2 · answered by ninasgramma 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why don't you call them and ask?
Live Telephone Assistance for Individuals
Toll-Free, 1-800-829-1040. (In English and Spanish)
Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. your local time (Alaska & Hawaii follow Pacific Time). When calling, you may ask questions to help you prepare your tax return, or ask about a notice you have received
http://www.unclefed.com/Tax-Help/irsphonehelp.html
Along with the check wasn't there a letter of explaination with a number you could call if you had any questions?
2007-05-22 01:24:16 · answer #3 · answered by GeneL 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
this means you are going to get audited. they sent the money back, so that their investigators can start from scratch and see where ur really at. watch out, and pray dude.
2007-05-22 01:18:03 · answer #4 · answered by waterlily750 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
cuz they are stting you up to be bent over, if ya catch my drift. Its much easier if you just go aahead and grab your ankles.
2007-05-22 01:19:58 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋