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It's somewhat infuriating that the IRS doesn't just send you a bill. It has full data on every form you put into TurboTax. It runs its own calculations independently and checks them against your return. It has full knowledge of the tax code. If you disagree with it, the IRS just tacks on penalties & interest and eventually garnishes your wages. Why not just send a bill?



> the IRS just tacks on penalties & interest

I believe you answered your own question.




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