According to the IRS, if you received a different amount than what you were expecting, all or some of your refund may have been used to pay outstanding funds owed for things such as:
- Past-due federal taxes
- State income tax
- State unemployment compensation debts
- Child support
- Spousal support
- Other federal debts (such as student loans)
For more information on your tax return refund amount, visit Where's my refund? or reach out to the IRS.