Just wanted to share my experience - I actually called H&R Block directly (no special service needed) and asked if they had any current promotions. The rep told me they have a "first-time self-employed filer" discount that takes 20% off if you mention it when you call. Apparently it's not advertised online but they can apply it over the phone if you qualify. You have to call before you start your return though, and they'll give you a special code to enter. Might be worth a quick call if you haven't filed yet! The number is on their main website under customer support.

I'm actually a tax preparer at an H&R Block office and can give you some insider info! Here are the best legitimate ways to get key codes: 1) If you're military (active duty, reserve, or veteran), there's a special military discount code that gives you free federal filing - just ask for the "Military OneSource" promotion 2) AARP members get a significant discount through their partnership program - check the AARP website for the current code 3) College students can often get discounts through their school's financial aid office or career services 4) If you're filing both federal and state returns, sometimes they'll give you a bundle discount if you call and ask The "first-time self-employed" discount that Natalie mentioned is real, but it's actually for anyone filing Schedule C for the first time, regardless of whether you've used H&R Block before for W-2s only. Pro tip: If you're really strapped for cash, consider using the IRS Free File program instead. For self-employment income under $79,000, you can file completely free through several approved software providers. Sometimes saving the entire filing fee is better than hunting for discount codes!

I'm dealing with the exact same frustration right now! Filed through TurboTax in early February and it's been radio silence from the IRS for over a month. The "Where's My Refund" tool is completely useless - just keeps saying "still being processed" with no timeline or explanation. What's really annoying is that I know people who filed weeks after me and already got their refunds. It feels so random and unfair, especially when you're counting on that money for important expenses. I've been hesitant to call the IRS because I keep hearing horror stories about the wait times, but reading these comments makes me think I need to bite the bullet and try to get through to someone who can actually tell me what's going on. The not knowing is honestly worse than just being told there's a problem that needs to be fixed. Thanks for posting this - at least now I know I'm not the only one going through this nightmare!

I'm going through this exact same situation and it's driving me crazy! Filed my return through H&R Block in early February, got confirmation it was accepted, but the IRS website has been showing "no record found" for weeks now. What's really frustrating is that I did everything right - double-checked all my numbers, used the same filing method as last year when I had no issues, and even made sure my bank account info was correct. Yet here I am, nearly two months later, with no refund and no real answers. I finally broke down and called the IRS last week after reading similar stories online. After being on hold for over an hour, the agent told me my return was "under review" but couldn't explain why or give me any timeline. She just said to keep checking back in a few weeks. The worst part is not knowing if there's actually a problem with my return or if it's just stuck in some random queue. I've never had to wait this long before and I really need that refund money. Has anyone found a way to get more specific information about what's causing these delays?

Just a heads up - if you end up filing without the official 1099-B, make sure you check the box on Form 8949 that indicates you're reporting transactions that weren't reported to you on a 1099-B. This lets the IRS know you're being transparent about not having the official form. Also, document EVERYTHING. Download your transaction history from Robinhood NOW, before it potentially disappears from your easy access. Take screenshots of your attempts to contact them. If there's ever an audit question, you want to show you made every effort to get the correct documents.

I work in tax preparation and see this Robinhood issue frequently. Here's what you need to know from a professional perspective: 1. **You MUST report all stock sales regardless of receiving a 1099-B.** The IRS requires you to report capital gains/losses even without the form. 2. **Robinhood's delay might be legitimate.** Complex situations like wash sales, corporate actions, or basis adjustments can delay forms until March 15th. 3. **For immediate action:** Download your complete transaction history from Robinhood (Account → Statements → Activity). This will have all your trades with dates, quantities, and prices. 4. **Calculate manually if needed:** Use FIFO (First In, First Out) method unless you specifically elected otherwise. Your proceeds minus your cost basis equals your gain/loss. 5. **Don't forget dividends:** Even $10+ in dividends must be reported. Check if you received a 1099-DIV or if it's combined with other forms. The key is accurate reporting with proper documentation. I've helped clients through IRS correspondence when brokers were late with forms, and as long as you report everything accurately and keep records, you'll be fine. Consider filing an extension if you're uncomfortable proceeding without the official form.

I'm in a similar situation - just completed my ID.me verification a few days ago and got the same "up to 9 weeks" message. Reading through everyone's experiences here, it sounds like the timeline really varies depending on your specific case. From what I'm gathering, if it was just a random identity verification (which sounds like it might be your case since they didn't specify why), you're probably looking at 3-6 weeks rather than the full 9. The people mentioning longer waits seem to have had additional complications like fraud flags or manual reviews. I'm definitely going to follow the advice about checking transcripts instead of relying on Where's My Refund - seems like that's where the real information is. And I'll probably set up that IP PIN they mentioned just for future protection, even though it won't speed up this current return. Thanks for posting this - it's helpful to see I'm not alone in this waiting game! Fingers crossed we both get our refunds sooner rather than later.

I just went through the ID.me verification process last month and wanted to share my timeline to give you hope! I completed verification on September 15th and got my refund deposited on October 8th - so about 3.5 weeks total. Like others have mentioned, the transcript is definitely your friend during this waiting period. I saw movement on my transcript about 10 days after verification with some processing codes, and then the 846 refund code appeared about a week before I actually got the deposit. One thing I noticed is that the IRS seems to process verified returns in batches, so timing can depend on when your return hits their queue. Since you filed in April originally, your return is probably already in their system and just needs to go through the post-verification processing steps. The IP PIN is definitely worth getting - it's free and will save you potential headaches next year. I set mine up right after I got my refund and it was super easy. Hang in there! The 9 week timeline is their conservative estimate, but most people I know who had straightforward verification situations got their refunds in 3-6 weeks.

I dealt with a very similar situation last year and want to emphasize something that might not be immediately obvious - make sure you're also considering the partnership agreement's liquidation provisions. In our case, we had language that specifically addressed how negative capital accounts should be handled upon liquidation, which affected whether the departing partner had a restoration obligation. Also, don't forget to check if your partnership has made a Section 754 election or if you should consider making one now. When a partner with a negative capital account liquidates, there can be significant inside basis adjustments that affect the remaining partners. In our situation, failing to make the 754 election would have resulted in a built-in loss that the remaining partners couldn't benefit from. One more thing - document everything thoroughly. The IRS tends to scrutinize these liquidating distributions, especially when there are negative capital accounts involved. We kept detailed records of the partner's capital account history, the reasons for the liquidation, and all the calculations. This saved us during an audit two years later.

The Section 754 election must be made by the due date (including extensions) of the partnership return for the tax year when the distribution occurs. Unfortunately, it generally cannot be made retroactively, so if you've already filed without making the election, you may have missed the opportunity unless you can still amend within the deadline. Regarding partnership agreement language on negative capital accounts, you'll typically see one of three approaches: (1) deficit restoration obligation (DRO) requiring the partner to contribute cash to eliminate negative balances upon liquidation, (2) qualified income offset (QIO) provisions that accelerate income allocations to partners with negative accounts, or (3) no restoration requirement, meaning negative balances are simply eliminated upon withdrawal. In your case with Partner C having no profits/loss interest, the agreement likely falls into category (3), which is why they can walk away with the negative balance converted to taxable gain. But definitely review your specific agreement language - sometimes there are hybrid provisions or special rules for liquidating partners that could affect the tax treatment. I'd also suggest getting a tax professional involved if you haven't already. These liquidating distributions with negative capital accounts can trigger additional compliance requirements, and the interplay between Sections 731, 736, and 754 can get quite complex depending on your specific facts.