Question on how to pay back Income tax that was too much?

[CandyMouse]

We filed and then had to amend our return same day. I ended up getting the first amount deposited today, not the amended amount. Does the IRS send us a bill to pay back what we owe? Thanks, Candy

 

[supersnoop]

More than likely, they'll send you a late notice with penalties and interest well after the deadline.

Years ago, I amended a prior year return and indcated to apply the refund amount to later payments. Then I filed my regular return and paid the difference. They sent me a letter demanding the difference with penalties and interest, and also sent me a check for the amended refund amount (with interest).

If possible, create a payment slip and mail a check for the difference now.

 

[CandyMouse]

Thanks, just looked at my copies again and it said to send a check to the IRS for the amount I owe and the amended copy.