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Another thing to consider is that if you don't amend and the IRS notices the discrepancy (which they probably will since they get copies of those forms), they might send you a CP2000 notice. That's basically them saying "hey we think you underreported income" and they'll calculate what they think you owe. Usually their calculation doesn't include all the deductions you might be entitled to, so you often end up owing more than if you had just amended yourself. Plus, depending on timing, there could be penalties and interest.
Does the CP2000 notice count as an audit? I'm always terrified of anything that might trigger the IRS to look more deeply at my returns.
No, a CP2000 notice isn't technically an audit. It's classified as an "automated adjustment" where their computer systems have detected a mismatch between income reported to them versus what's on your return. It doesn't involve the detailed examination of your entire tax situation that a true audit would include. That said, how you respond to a CP2000 could potentially lead to further review if there are significant issues or discrepancies in your explanation.
Another option is using Free File Fillable Forms if you're comfortable with the tax forms. It's free and you can file your 1040-X electronically now. I had to amend last year cause I forgot a 1099 from a side gig and it wasn't nearly as painful as I expected!
is there a benefit to e-filing the amendment vs mailing it in? I thought amendments had to be on paper
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One thing nobody mentioned - your bonus will also have Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) taxes withheld, plus any state income tax. So the total withholding will be higher than just the 22% federal. Just so you're not surprised when you see the actual amount!
Omg thank you for mentioning this! I totally forgot about those other taxes. Do you know if there's a way to calculate exactly what I'll take home after ALL the withholding? I'm trying to plan what I can spend from this bonus.
You can use an online paycheck calculator like the one on ADP or Paycheckcity. Just enter your bonus as a separate supplemental payment, add your state, and it will calculate all the withholdings including federal, state, Social Security, and Medicare. Most employers will withhold around 30-35% total when you factor in everything, but it varies by state. If you're in a state with no income tax like Texas or Florida, it will be less than if you're in a high-tax state like California or New York.
Friendly reminder that you might want to consider putting some of that bonus directly into your 401k if your plan allows it! It can reduce your taxable income for the year. I did this with my bonus last year and saved a bunch on taxes!
This is the way! If your 401k is already set up as a percentage of your pay, the contribution should happen automatically with your bonus too. Just check with HR to confirm.
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9 Has anyone mentioned quarterly estimated taxes yet? If your husband is making $58k on 1099, you ABSOLUTELY need to be making quarterly payments! I learned this the hard way and ended up owing $12k + penalties my first year on 1099. The IRS wants you to pay as you earn throughout the year. You can use Form 1040-ES to calculate and pay.
20 Agreed! But what's the bare minimum percentage you should set aside from each check to cover taxes? I've heard everything from 20% to 40% and I'm confused.
18 Don't forget to look into the Earned Income Tax Credit! With two kids and if your income is under certain thresholds, you could qualify for a significant refundable credit. This means you could get money back even if you don't owe any taxes. The income limits change each year, but it's definitely worth checking if you qualify!
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Let me add something important here - when the IRS confirms you have a refund but you haven't received it, there's also a time limit to claim it! You generally have 3 years from the original due date of the return to claim a refund. For a 2020 tax refund, that would mean you have until April 15, 2024 to resolve this. After that, you're generally out of luck and the money goes back to the Treasury. So don't wait too long thinking you'll be able to resolve this whenever - there's actually a deadline!
Thanks for pointing this out! I had no idea there was a time limit. Does the clock start from when they sent the letter confirming my refund, or from the original tax filing deadline?
The clock starts from the original tax filing deadline for that year, not from when they sent you the letter. For 2020 taxes, the original filing deadline was May 17, 2021 (it was extended from the usual April 15 due to COVID). So you'd have until May 17, 2024 to claim your refund. After that deadline passes, unclaimed refunds become the property of the U.S. Treasury and you can no longer get your money back. That's why it's important to address this sooner rather than later.
One thing nobody has mentioned - check if your refund was applied to any past due tax debts! This happened to me. I was expecting a refund check but never got it. After FINALLY reaching someone at the IRS, I found out they had applied my refund to an outstanding tax debt from a previous year. They should have sent you a notice if this happened, but sometimes these notices get lost in the mail too. Just something to consider before going through the whole trace process.
Exactly what happened to me too! I was waiting for a $1,500 refund that never came, then found out they used it to pay off an old student loan debt I had defaulted on years ago. They can offset your refund for federal debts, child support, state income tax, etc.
Chloe Anderson
Another approach is to just look at your past paychecks if you have them. Take your gross pay, subtract all deductions, and that gives you net pay. Multiply by number of pay periods per year and voila! Actual take home pay based on real data not estimates.
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AstroAdventurer
•That's a good idea, but since I'm getting a promotion with a significant salary increase, I'm not sure my past paychecks would give an accurate picture. The tax brackets might change with the new income level, right?
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Chloe Anderson
•You're right about the tax brackets potentially changing with a higher salary. In that case, you could use your current paystub as a starting point and then adjust the calculations. For example, if you're currently making $60,000 and moving to $78,500, you could calculate the percentage increase (about 30.8%) and then apply different increase rates to different deduction types. Federal taxes might increase at a higher rate due to progressive brackets, while something like disability insurance might simply scale proportionally with income.
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Diego Vargas
Don't forget to consider if you'll hit any Social Security tax caps with your new salary! In 2025, you stop paying Social Security tax after you hit $168,600 in earnings. Also, if your new salary pushes you into a new tax bracket, remember only the dollars ABOVE the threshold get taxed at the higher rate, not your entire income!
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Anastasia Fedorov
•This is so important! My friend thought her raise would actually make her take home less because she didn't understand marginal tax brackets. She almost turned down a promotion because of this misconception!
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