When you discover that you made a mistake on your tax
return,
you can file an amended return to fix the error. You can also amend your tax return to claim a
tax credit or deduction. Below are 10
tips for you to consider when you need to amend your return:
- When to amend. You should amend your tax return if you need to correct your filing status, the number of dependents you want to claim or your total income you need to change. You should also amend your tax return to claim tax deductions or tax credits that you did not claim when you filed your original return.