Notice code 131

Notice code 131 (Default) — We changed the amount of taxable social security benefits on page 1 of your tax return because there…

We changed the amount of taxable social security benefits on page 1 of your tax return because there was an error in the computation of the taxable amount. Note: Publication 915, Social Security and Equivalent Railroad Retirement Benefits, provides additional information related to computing your taxable Social Security Benefits. You may call 1-800- TAX-FORM (1-800-829-3676) to order Publication…

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We changed the amount of taxable social security benefits on page 1 of your tax return because there was an error in the computation of the taxable amount. Note: Publication 915, Social Security and Equivalent Railroad Retirement Benefits, provides additional information related to computing your taxable Social Security Benefits. You may call 1-800- TAX-FORM (1-800-829-3676) to order Publication 915, or download it from our web site at www.irs.gov.