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Notice code 473S

Notice code 473S (1040SS) — You figured or transferred your social security self- employment tax incorrectly on Form 1040-SS. We…

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You figured or transferred your social security self- employment tax incorrectly on Form 1040-SS. We changed your self-employment tax accordingly.

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