Errors that Affect the Refund

Larger Refund

The IRS recommends using electronic filing to avoid math errors and other common problems that can require adjustments to a return after it is filed.

If an adjustment results in a larger refund than indicated on the return, the IRS adds the difference to the last account designated for direct deposit.

When an adjustment is made to a tax refund, the IRS sends a letter explaining any errors that resulted from the adjustment, as well as any changes made to the refund amount, and the amount of each direct deposit.