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One thing nobody's mentioned - check if Colorado and Nevada have a reciprocal tax agreement! Some states have these agreements where you only pay tax to your home state even if you work in the other. Would simplify things if they do.
Colorado doesn't have reciprocal agreements with any states as far as I know. I work remotely for a CO company but live in Arizona, and still had to deal with this last year.
The property purchase itself won't automatically change your tax home status, but it's definitely something to be strategic about. I've been through a similar situation between Texas and California. Here's what I learned: owning property in Colorado creates another tie to that state, but it's not determinative by itself. The key is the "facts and circumstances" test - where are your strongest connections? Since you already have 75% work time in Colorado, that's already a significant factor. My advice: before buying, document everything that ties you to Nevada. Get a letter from your Nevada bank confirming your account history, keep records of family visits, maintain your Nevada voter registration and driver's license. Consider joining a Nevada-based organization or club if you haven't already. Also, when you do buy in Colorado, be clear about your intent. Don't change your mailing address to the Colorado property, don't register to vote there, and keep referring to it as your "work residence" rather than your "home" in any documentation. One more tip: consult with a tax professional who specializes in multi-state issues before making the purchase. The upfront cost of good advice is way cheaper than dealing with residency disputes later.
This is really comprehensive advice! I'm curious about something though - when you mention keeping it as a "work residence" in documentation, does that include things like insurance policies? Should someone avoid getting homeowner's insurance that lists it as a primary residence, or does that not matter as much for tax purposes? Also, what about utilities and other services - do you need to be careful about how those accounts are set up to avoid creating additional ties to Colorado? I'm just thinking about all the little details that might add up to create a residency argument.
Amended returns are processed completely differently than regular returns. While a standard return might take 21 days, amendments go through a specialized department that handles them in order received. Unlike regular e-filed returns that are largely automated, amendments require manual review - similar to how paper returns are processed vs. electronic ones. If you're counting on this money for your Q2 estimated taxes, you might want to make other arrangements. Most contractors I know who've amended returns had to wait 12+ weeks before seeing any movement.
I'm going through this exact same situation right now! Filed my 1040X electronically about 6 weeks ago after discovering I missed claiming my home office deduction and some business equipment purchases. The waiting is absolutely brutal, especially when you need that money for estimated taxes. I've been checking the WMAR tool religiously, but it still just shows "processing." From what I've read in various forums, the IRS prioritizes regular returns during filing season, so amendments get pushed to the back of the line. It's frustrating that in 2024 we still can't get faster processing for what should be straightforward corrections. Has anyone had luck calling the taxpayer advocate service if the delay impacts your ability to pay quarterly taxes?
I haven't personally used the taxpayer advocate service for amendment delays, but I've heard mixed results from others in similar situations. From what I understand, they typically only get involved when there's significant financial hardship or the IRS hasn't followed their own procedures. Since you're at 6 weeks and the normal timeframe is 8-16 weeks, they might tell you to wait longer. However, if missing your Q2 estimated payment deadline would cause penalties that exceed the refund amount, that could qualify as hardship. Have you considered making the estimated payment anyway and treating the eventual refund as a bonus? I know it's not ideal when cash flow is tight, but the failure-to-pay penalties can add up quickly.
I'm in a similar situation - got my IDR forgiveness notification in late December but still waiting on my 1099-C from Nelnet too. From what I've read, they're required to send them by January 31st, so we should be getting them soon. I called Nelnet last week and the rep told me they're sending them out in waves based on when the forgiveness was processed. She also mentioned that even though the forgiven amount isn't taxable federally due to the American Rescue Plan, we'll still receive the 1099-C for record-keeping purposes. Keep checking your online account - that's where mine will show up first before the physical copy arrives in the mail. Hang in there!
This is super helpful, thanks! I'm glad to hear they're sending them in waves - that explains why some people have gotten theirs and others haven't yet. Good to know it'll show up online first too. I've been checking my Nelnet account obsessively but nothing yet š Did the rep give you any sense of when your wave might go out? I'm wondering if they're doing it by loan amount, forgiveness date, or just randomly
I'm in the exact same boat! Got my IDR forgiveness notification from Nelnet in December for loans that were forgiven on 12/31/2023, but still no 1099-C form. I've been checking my online account daily and even called their customer service twice. The first rep told me they're sending them out in batches through January 31st, and the second one said they're prioritizing based on forgiveness processing date. Even though we won't owe federal taxes on the forgiven amount thanks to the American Rescue Plan, we still need the form for our records and potential state tax implications. I'm trying not to stress since we're still within the deadline, but it's definitely nerve-wracking when you're trying to get your taxes done early! ššø
Same here! It's so frustrating waiting for these forms when you're trying to be responsible and file early. I've been in the same cycle of checking my Nelnet account multiple times a day with no luck. At least it sounds like we're all in the same situation so it's not just me being forgotten about lol. Really hoping they come through before the deadline - I don't want to have to deal with requesting duplicates and delaying my return even more š¤
Has anyone checked if this might be related to the IRS's new verification requirements for 2023? They changed how they handle joint filers with ITINs and SSNs.
Yes! This is exactly what's happening. The IRS changed their systems this year to better track ITIN-to-SSN transitions. If your spouse switched from an ITIN to an SSN in the past 3 years, you need to call the dedicated ITIN unit at 1-800-908-9982 to verify the connection between the numbers before e-filing.
This ITIN-to-SSN transition issue is exactly what happened to us! My wife got her SSN in 2021 after having an ITIN, and we've been dealing with these verification problems ever since. I just called the ITIN unit at 1-800-908-9982 that Jessica mentioned, and they were able to see both numbers in their system but confirmed they weren't properly linked for e-file verification. The representative said this is becoming a huge issue this year because of the new verification requirements. They can update your records over the phone to link the ITIN and SSN, but it takes 2-3 business days to reflect in the e-file system. Much faster than waiting for an IP PIN or mailing everything in again. For anyone else with this issue - have your spouse's ITIN, SSN, and a copy of the year you first filed with the SSN ready when you call. They need to verify the transition happened legitimately.
Giovanni Rossi
Don't forget about self-employment taxes! If your single-member LLC is a disregarded entity, you'll pay self-employment taxes on that income. If you're already taking guaranteed payments from the multi-member LLC, this arrangement essentially means you're paying SE tax on two streams of income.
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Fatima Al-Mansour
ā¢This is so important! I got hit with a huge tax bill because I didn't account for this properly. Consider if an S-Corp election for your single-member LLC might make sense to potentially reduce SE tax liability on some of the income.
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Morgan Washington
This is a great question and one that comes up frequently with multi-entity business structures! Based on what you've described, this arrangement is definitely doable, but there are several key considerations to get right: **Documentation is crucial** - You'll want formal service agreements between the LLCs outlining the scope of work, payment terms, and rates. Simple invoicing might not be sufficient if you get audited. **Fair market value** - The rates your single-member LLC charges should be comparable to what an unrelated third party would charge for similar services. This protects against IRS challenges about inflated expenses. **Operating agreement compliance** - Make sure your Trio Consulting LLC's operating agreement doesn't restrict this type of arrangement, and get explicit approval from your partners. **Tax implications** - Your single-member LLC income will flow through to your personal return, and you'll owe self-employment taxes on it. Meanwhile, Trio Consulting can deduct these payments as legitimate business expenses. One thing to consider: since you're essentially wearing two hats (partner in Trio AND service provider through Solo Marketing), maintain clear boundaries about which work belongs to which entity to avoid conflicts with your partners. Have you discussed this arrangement with your partners yet? Their buy-in will be essential for making this work smoothly.
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Zoe Stavros
ā¢This is really comprehensive advice! I'm particularly interested in the "fair market value" point you mentioned. How do you typically determine what constitutes fair market value for marketing services between related entities? Is it enough to research what freelance marketers charge in your area, or does the IRS expect more formal documentation like getting quotes from unrelated third parties for comparison?
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