Question

Milo could not find his log book that proved his vehicle expenses for 2018. Therefore, he did not deduct this expense on his timely-filed 2018 return. The latest date Milo can file an amended return to obtain a refund of taxes paid on his 2018 return is

Answer 1

Deadling to file original tax retun for the tax year 2018 = April 15, 2019

Deadline to file amended tax return to claim tax refund for the tax year 2018 = April 15, 2019 + 3 years = April 15, 2022

Form 1040X is to be filed within the three-year amendment time period. If your change will affect your refund amount, you must file the form within three years from the date of your original tax return or within two years from the date of paying the tax amount, whichever is later. Any returns filed early will be considered filed on the official due date of tax season, generally April 15 of the calendar year.