Ugh, I feel your pain! I'm dealing with a similar situation - filed my original return in February, had to amend in May, and now I'm staring at this 810 freeze code too. The uncertainty is the worst part. Have you tried calling the IRS hotline to get any additional info? I know the wait times are brutal but sometimes they can give you a better sense of where things stand in the process.

Same situation here! Filed in January, amended in March, and just got the 810 freeze code last week. It's so frustrating not knowing exactly where we stand in the process. I've been checking my transcript obsessively but it's hard to decode all these codes. The waiting is definitely the hardest part - especially when you're expecting a refund and have bills to pay. Hang in there, hopefully we'll both get some movement soon! 🤞

The IRS address system is like having three different GPS systems in your car all giving different directions. Their internal database (where they actually send mail from), their online portal information, and their most recently processed return can all have different addresses. In your case, since you filed recently, they'll almost certainly send it to the address on your 2023 return, but there's a lag between filing and when their systems update. I've been through this merry-go-round multiple times with moves. If you need immediate access, calling is your best bet - it's like having a human navigator instead of relying on outdated maps.

I went through this exact scenario last year and can confirm what others have said - they sent my verification letter to the address on my most recent tax return, not what was showing on their website. The key thing to remember is that the IRS website often lags behind their actual processing system by several weeks. Since you filed on February 3rd, your return should be fully processed by now, so the verification letter will go to whatever address you used on that return. One tip: if you have access to both addresses, I'd recommend having someone check both locations just to be safe. The letter is pretty distinctive - it's in a plain white envelope with "Department of the Treasury" as the return address. Also, if you don't receive it within 10 business days, you can call and request a new one to be sent. Don't stress too much about it - this address confusion is super common and they're used to dealing with it.

Has anyone here used the Retirement Tax Worksheets from IRS Publication 575? I had a similar 1099-R situation and that publication helped me figure out the taxable vs. non-taxable portions. The key is knowing whether you made after-tax contributions (which you'd need records for) or if everything was pre-tax. Also, Box 7 on your 1099-R has a code that can give you clues about the distribution type. What code is in Box 7 of your form?

I went through this exact same situation a few years ago and it's definitely frustrating! When Box 2a is blank with "taxable amount not determined" checked, it usually happens when the plan administrator doesn't have complete records of your contribution history or basis in the account. Here's what I learned: You'll need to determine the taxable amount yourself using your contribution records. Since you mentioned it was a traditional 401k with pre-tax contributions for 8 years, the entire $42,800 is likely taxable as ordinary income. However, I'd strongly recommend double-checking a few things: 1. Pull out all your old 401k statements to verify you never made any after-tax contributions (sometimes called "designated Roth contributions" or "non-deductible contributions") 2. Check if your employer ever made any after-tax contributions on your behalf 3. Look at Box 5 on your 1099-R - if there's an amount there, it represents any after-tax contributions that wouldn't be taxable The good news is that medical expenses and home repairs might qualify you for exceptions to the 10% early withdrawal penalty if you're under 59½. Medical expenses that exceed 7.5% of your adjusted gross income can be an exception. Keep all your receipts and documentation! I'd recommend consulting with a tax professional for your specific situation, but at least now you know what direction to head in.

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Welcome to the tax filing world! 🎉 The cycle code system can be confusing at first but you'll get the hang of it. Since you're on weekly updates (that 05 at the end), just remember Fridays are your friend - that's when you'll see any changes. Don't stress too much about checking constantly, the IRS moves at their own pace regardless of how often we refresh our screens lol

Whatever you do, DON'T ignore the notice! The IRS doesn't forget and they'll eventually come after you for anything you owe plus interest and penalties. I learned this the hard way. 😓 One question - did you claim any tax credits like Earned Income Credit or American Opportunity Credit? Those are super common triggers for CP24 notices because they have strict eligibility requirements.

I went through something very similar last year! The key thing with a CP24 is to carefully read the "Explanation of Changes" section - it should break down exactly what they adjusted line by line. In my case, I had miscalculated the Child Tax Credit because I didn't realize there was an income phase-out that affected my eligibility. The notice showed the original amount I claimed versus what I was actually eligible for. The August 20th deadline is important, but here's what many people don't realize: if you agree with their changes, you don't actually need to do anything! The CP24 is just informing you of the correction they made. You only need to respond if you disagree and want to challenge their adjustment. Before panicking about the deadline, take time to review your original return against what they changed. If their math is right (which it usually is), then you're already done - no further action needed. If you think they made an error, THAT'S when you'd want to use one of the services others mentioned to help you respond properly. Don't redo your entire return unless you're absolutely certain the IRS made a mistake AND you have documentation to prove it.