One important thing to consider - make sure you actually ARE misclassified before pushing this. The IRS looks at several factors to determine worker status: 1. Behavioral control (does the company control how you work) 2. Financial control (are your business expenses reimbursed, how are you paid) 3. Relationship type (written contracts, benefits, permanent relationship) If you work from home, set your own hours, use your own equipment, work for multiple clients, etc., you might actually be properly classified as a contractor.

I'd definitely recommend having that conversation with your boss sooner rather than later, especially since you're getting laid off at the end of the month. Time is working against you here. One thing that might help is framing it around the unemployment benefits issue specifically. You could say something like "I'm concerned that my 1099 classification might prevent me from getting unemployment benefits when my position ends. I've been looking into the classification criteria and I think there might be a misunderstanding about my role." This approach focuses on the immediate practical problem (unemployment eligibility) rather than the broader tax issues, which might feel less threatening to your employer. Plus, if he's already planning to lay you off, he might be more willing to help ensure you can get unemployment benefits since it doesn't cost him anything directly. The tax recovery piece can come later once you've established that there's a classification issue. Good luck with the conversation tomorrow!

Maintenance usually means their updating something in the system. Maybe theyre finally processing our returns 🙏

Just wanted to add that I'm seeing the exact same thing! My account balance page shows $0.00 across all years too after the system came back online. I think what @Dominique Adams said about checking transcripts is spot on - the balance page really only shows what you owe, not what they might owe you. I'm trying to stay cautiously optimistic that the maintenance period means they're working on processing, but honestly who knows with the IRS timing. At least we can access our accounts again! Has anyone else noticed if their "Where's My Refund" tool is working better now too?

Dont forget about potential STATE rebates too! I got $7500 federal PLUS a $2500 state rebate when I bought my Tesla last year. Check your state's environmental agency website. Some states require applications BEFORE purchase so dont wait until after.

Great question! I went through this exact same confusion when I bought my Tesla Model 3 last year. The $7500 is indeed a tax CREDIT, not a deduction - meaning it reduces your actual tax bill dollar-for-dollar, which is much better than a deduction would be. At $130k income, you're well under the income limits for single filers ($150k), so you should qualify. The "non-refundable" part just means if you only owe $5000 in taxes for the year, you can only use $5000 of the credit (you don't get the extra $2500 back as a refund). But with your income level, you'll almost certainly owe more than $7500 in federal taxes, so you should be able to use the full credit. One important thing to double-check: make sure the specific Tesla model and trim you're buying meets the price cap requirements ($55k for cars, $80k for SUVs/trucks). Some higher-end configurations don't qualify. Also verify that Tesla still qualifies for the full $7500 - the credit amount can change based on battery component sourcing. Good luck with your purchase! The credit really does make a significant difference in the total cost.

Heads up - make sure whatever account you use matches the name on your tax return EXACTLY. PayPal accounts sometimes have nicknames or variations which can cause the deposit to get rejected.

I've used PayPal for my refund twice now and honestly had mixed experiences. First year went smoothly, but second year they did put a temporary hold that lasted about 5 days while they "verified" the deposit. The hold was automatically released, but it was stressful not knowing when I'd get access to my money. If you do decide to go with PayPal, just make sure your account is in good standing and has some transaction history - brand new accounts seem to get flagged more often.

My CPA told me something different than what others are saying here. She said that while personal gifts aren't taxable, fundraising can sometimes be considered income depending on how it's structured. She suggested that in some cases, especially for very large amounts, the IRS might consider it taxable if it's not clearly documented that it was for medical purposes. Anyone else heard this? Now I'm confused about what's correct.

I'm really sorry to hear about your daughter's diagnosis and everything your family has been through. AML is incredibly tough, especially with that mutation, but I hope her treatment is going well. Regarding the tax situation, everyone here is giving you solid advice. Medical GoFundMe donations are indeed considered gifts and are NOT taxable income to you. The IRS Publication 525 specifically states that gifts received are not income to the recipient. Given your previous issues with the IRS, I completely understand your anxiety about this. Here's what I'd recommend to give you maximum peace of mind: 1. Keep detailed records as others have mentioned - donation amounts, dates, and medical expenses paid 2. Save your GoFundMe campaign page showing it was clearly for medical expenses 3. Consider consulting with a tax professional who specializes in these situations if you're still worried The $24,000 you received is absolutely meant to help your family during this crisis, and you shouldn't have to stress about taxes on top of everything else you're dealing with. The community came together to support you - that's what gifts are, and gifts aren't taxable to the recipient. Wishing your daughter a full recovery and your family strength during this difficult time.