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zapata
I just calculated my taxes and realized I may have a huge federal refund (Over 10k) I know this was my mistake for not adjusting w4 correctly in 2007. I feel stupid already, anyway !!!

After working for couple of years, last year my wife did not work and suddenly many deductions/credits that were not available earlier became available. (Add to that I did not change W4 to reflect single income (from 2 jobs 2 income scenario)

My question is, is having such a huge refund a red flag for audit? I don't have a complicated return and can prove everything in 1040 and other forms. Still just curious.

I will now be tracking taxes each quarter and chang W4 accordingly. Well, one learns from mistake !!!

jIM_Ohio
1k per month increase in take home pay. NICE!