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Notice code 485

Notice code 485 (Default) — You don’t qualify to use the optional method on Form 1040-PR. We changed your self-employment tax ac…

You don’t qualify to use the optional method on Form 1040-PR. We changed your self-employment tax accordingly. Usted no califica para usar el método opcional en la Forma 1040-PR. Por lo tanto, le cambiamos su contribución sobre el trabajo por cuenta propia.

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You don’t qualify to use the optional method on Form 1040-PR. We changed your self-employment tax accordingly. Usted no califica para usar el método opcional en la Forma 1040-PR. Por lo tanto, le cambiamos su contribución sobre el trabajo por cuenta propia.

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