I'm dealing with a similar situation right now! My husband transitioned to Medicare in June, and I've been trying to figure out our HSA contributions ever since. One thing I learned that might help you - make sure to get written confirmation from your insurance company about whether your plan is still considered "family" or has switched to "individual" coverage. This classification makes a huge difference in your contribution limits, and different insurers handle it differently when a spouse leaves the plan for Medicare. Also, don't forget that any HSA contributions your wife made after her Medicare enrollment date need to be withdrawn as excess contributions to avoid the 6% penalty tax. The deadline for removing excess contributions is usually the tax filing deadline (including extensions). The proration calculations can be confusing, but basically your wife can contribute for January through March (3 months, not 4 if she enrolled in April) at the individual rate plus catch-up, and you'll need to prorate based on your coverage type for each period of the year.

Great question about the Medicare enrollment timing! The general rule is that you become ineligible for HSA contributions on the first day of the month you're entitled to Medicare benefits, not necessarily when you formally enroll. So if your wife became entitled to Medicare benefits on April 1st (which is typical for someone turning 65 in April), she would be ineligible starting April 1st, making her eligible for only January, February, and March - that's 3 months, not 4. However, if she had a delayed enrollment situation or became entitled later in April, the calculation could be different. The key date is when she became "entitled" to Medicare Part A benefits, which usually happens automatically at age 65 even if someone doesn't formally apply. I'd definitely recommend getting the exact entitlement date from Social Security or Medicare records to be sure. This distinction can affect hundreds of dollars in contribution limits, so it's worth getting it exactly right. Also, just to add to the earlier discussion about family vs individual coverage - I've seen cases where the insurance company initially gives incorrect information about the coverage classification, so definitely get that determination in writing and consider double-checking with a tax professional if the dollar amounts are significant.

One thing no one has mentioned - you should also check if this state ID error affected any quarterly filings you've already submitted this year. Sometimes these errors carry forward if you're using the same system for everything.

I went through this exact same situation two years ago and can confirm that yes, you absolutely need to issue W2C forms. The state employer ID is crucial for state tax processing, and even though your employees might not notice right away, it will likely cause issues when they file their state returns. Here's what I learned from my experience: Send the W2C forms ASAP with a clear cover letter explaining the error. Make sure to mark the corrected forms prominently as "CORRECTED" and include both the incorrect and correct state ID numbers on the W2C so there's no confusion. Also, double-check that this error didn't affect any of your quarterly state filings throughout the year. In my case, I had been using the wrong ID on those too and had to file amended quarterly reports. The whole process was actually less painful than I expected once I got started. Your employees will appreciate the proactive correction rather than discovering the error when they try to file their taxes!

I've been dealing with this exact same issue! My PNC 1099-INT shows PO Box 3180, Pittsburgh, PA 15230 with EIN 25-1435979, which matches what several others have reported here. What really helped me was calling PNC's tax document line directly (the number was on the back of my 1099 form). The representative confirmed that they do indeed use multiple PO Box addresses depending on your account type, region where the account was opened, and even the specific type of 1099 form you're receiving. She also reassured me that as long as the EIN and dollar amounts match what they reported to the IRS, minor variations in the PO Box address won't cause any problems. The IRS matching system is designed to focus on the key identifiers (your SSN, their EIN, and the reported amounts) rather than getting hung up on address formatting differences. I was initially worried because I had moved recently and thought maybe my address change had somehow affected their mailing address, but it turns out these PO Boxes are just their standard processing centers and have nothing to do with your personal address. Hope this helps ease some concerns for anyone else dealing with this!

I just wanted to add my experience to help anyone else stressing about this! I received my PNC 1099-INT last week and it shows PO Box 3180, Pittsburgh, PA 15230 with EIN 25-1435979 - the same combination several others have mentioned here. After reading through all these responses, I decided to cross-reference my information with what's actually required for tax filing. The IRS Publication 1 (Your Rights as a Taxpayer) specifically mentions that their automated matching systems primarily use your SSN, the payer's EIN, and the dollar amounts to verify reported income. I also checked the IRS website's section on "What if the name or address on my tax document is wrong?" and they basically confirm what everyone here is saying - minor address discrepancies alone typically don't cause issues as long as the key identifying information (EIN, SSN, amounts) matches what was reported to them. This thread has been incredibly helpful for putting my tax document anxiety to rest. It's so much better getting real experiences from actual PNC customers rather than trying to parse through generic IRS guidance online. Thanks to everyone who shared their specific details and experiences!

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I feel your pain! Been in a similar situation before. Four months is definitely excessive, especially when you need the money for medical bills. A few things to check: 1. Look for any mail from the IRS - sometimes letters get delayed or lost 2. If you claimed EITC or other credits, they do extra review which adds months 3. Your transcript codes 570/971 that others mentioned usually mean they need to verify something The Taxpayer Advocate Service really can help when you've been waiting this long - they're separate from regular IRS customer service and actually have power to move things along. You can also try contacting your congressman's office like others suggested. Don't give up! Your refund is coming, the system is just painfully slow right now. Keep checking that transcript for any new codes or dates.

Has anyone used any specific tax software that handles C corp asset sales well? I'm trying to model different scenarios and my usual tax program isn't cutting it for something this complex.

Just went through a similar C corp asset sale situation last year and can confirm what others have said - QSBS treatment under Section 1202 doesn't apply to asset sales, only stock sales. The key distinction is that in an asset sale, the corporation is the one recognizing the gain, not the shareholders selling stock. One thing I wish I had known earlier is that there are some timing strategies you can still use to minimize the double tax hit. For example, you might be able to accelerate certain deductions in the year of sale, or if you have NOLs or other tax attributes, make sure you're maximizing their use before the sale closes. Also, depending on your purchase agreement terms, there might be some flexibility in how the purchase price is allocated among different assets - some might qualify for more favorable tax treatment than others. Worth having a detailed conversation with a tax professional who specializes in M&A transactions, not just general corporate tax work. The $17.5 million sale price suggests this is substantial enough that even small percentage improvements in tax efficiency could save significant dollars. Don't give up on optimization just because QSBS is off the table!