Did you claim any credits like EIC or CTC? That usually triggers more review

Same thing happened to me last year with the 570/971 combo! Turns out they just needed to verify my identity since I moved states. Got a CP05A notice in the mail about 10 days after the codes showed up asking me to verify online or call. Did the online verification and my refund released about 3 weeks later. The waiting is the worst part but hang in there! 🤞

I've been following this thread and wanted to add my perspective as someone who went through a very similar situation. The "wait and report after leaving" strategy mentioned by others is actually quite effective, but I'd also suggest documenting everything NOW while you're still there. Start keeping detailed records of: your work schedule, any emails showing you're required to be in the office, descriptions of your ongoing duties vs. project-based work, and any communications about your employment status. Take screenshots of job postings if they advertised your position differently than how you're classified. This documentation will be crucial whether you decide to approach your employer directly, file with the IRS, or report after finding a new job. I made the mistake of not documenting enough in my situation, and it made proving my case much harder later. Also, consider checking if your company has an HR department or if decisions are made by one person. Sometimes the person doing payroll doesn't fully understand classification rules, and bringing it to HR's attention (framed as a compliance question) might resolve it without drama. But definitely have that documentation ready first, just in case.

One thing I haven't seen mentioned here is checking if your company has any policies or employee handbook that might inadvertently contradict your contractor classification. Many employers slip up by including 1099 workers in employee-only policies or expecting them to follow the same rules as W-2 staff. Also, since you mentioned the other admin has been there 12 years, that's actually a huge red flag for the IRS. Long-term "contractor" relationships, especially for ongoing administrative work, are classic misclassification cases. The IRS specifically looks for situations where someone performs the same role for years as evidence of an employer-employee relationship rather than true independent contracting. You might want to research what happened to other companies in your industry who got caught doing this. Sometimes showing your employer news articles about similar businesses facing penalties can be more persuasive than citing IRS regulations directly. It makes the risk feel more real and immediate. And honestly, given that you're new and they've been misclassifying the other admin for over a decade, this company is probably sitting on a pretty significant tax liability if the IRS ever investigates. That might actually work in your favor if you do decide to have a direct conversation about reclassification.

Lucas, I went through a very similar situation when I purchased my tree service business last year, and I want to emphasize one crucial point that could save you significant headaches: make absolutely sure you get a detailed closing statement that clearly breaks down every component of your total consideration. In my case, I had $18,000 in assumed equipment debt, but there were also some unexpected closing costs and prorated expenses that affected my total purchase price calculation for Form 8594. The closing attorney didn't initially itemize these properly, which caused confusion when my CPA was preparing the form. Here's what I recommend: Request a draft closing statement at least a week before your actual closing date. This gives you time to review all the numbers and ensure that both you and the seller will be reporting the same total consideration amount on your respective Form 8594s. The assumed debt should be clearly listed as part of the total consideration, not buried in footnotes or attachments. Also, don't forget that you'll need to report this same total consideration amount on your first-year tax return when you file Form 8594. Keep copies of all loan assumption agreements, the closing statement, and any appraisals or equipment valuations with your permanent tax records. The IRS typically has three years to audit, but having this documentation organized from day one will give you peace of mind. One last tip: if any of the equipment loans you're assuming have different terms than originally disclosed, make sure these changes are reflected in your purchase agreement amendments. This protects you legally and ensures your tax calculations remain accurate.

Lucas, as someone who just completed a lawn maintenance business acquisition three months ago, I can definitely relate to your Form 8594 confusion! The assumed debt piece was one of the trickiest parts for me too. Here's what I learned: the $27,500 in equipment loans you're assuming gets added to whatever cash you're paying to determine your total consideration. So if you're paying $40,000 cash plus assuming $27,500 in debt, your total consideration for Form 8594 purposes is $67,500. This total amount is what you'll allocate across the different asset classes in Part III of the form. One thing that really helped me was creating a simple breakdown showing: Cash paid + Assumed debt = Total consideration, then keeping that calculation with my Form 8594 for future reference. Also, make sure you get written confirmation of the exact debt balances as of your closing date, since interest accrual can change these amounts daily. The key is that both you and the seller need to report the same total consideration amount on your respective forms, so coordinate with them to ensure you're both using the same figures. Having everything clearly documented in your purchase agreement prevents confusion later. Best of luck with your lawn care business! Getting the tax side sorted out properly from the start will save you headaches down the road.

I think people sometimes misunderstand these reviews. They're not always bad news! • Many reviews are truly random (part of IRS compliance sampling) • Some are triggered by specific items but don't mean you did anything wrong • Reviews without document requests often resolve faster • The IRS actually does finish many reviews earlier than the timeline they quote My review last year finished in 3.5 weeks even though they quoted me 6 weeks. I was surprised when my deposit just showed up!

I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Filed on February 15th and just got the notice yesterday. What's been most frustrating is that the IRS website just says "under review" with no additional details about what specifically they're looking at. From what I've read here and elsewhere, it sounds like the foreign tax credits are probably what flagged your return - they seem to trigger these reviews pretty frequently even when everything is correct. I'm planning for the full 6 weeks but hoping it resolves sooner. Has anyone had luck getting more specific information about what part of their return is being reviewed when they call?

This is absolutely maddening and unfortunately becoming way too common in the ERC space. What you're describing with Adesso Capital sounds like a textbook case of fee harvesting - they collect money upfront with no intention of actually performing the services. The fact that you've caught them in the same lie twice (claiming they "made a mistake" and will resubmit) is a huge red flag. This suggests they have a standard script for when clients discover nothing was actually filed. Here's what I'd do in your situation: **Get official documentation immediately** - Request your business tax account transcripts from the IRS using Form 4506-T. This will give you written proof that no 941X forms were ever submitted, which you'll need for any legal action. **Check your contract terms** - Review what Adesso actually committed to in writing. Many of these companies use vague language that doesn't include specific timelines, which makes it harder to prove breach of contract. **File complaints now** - Report them to your state attorney general, the IRS fraud division, and the FTC. Even if it doesn't immediately help your case, it creates an official record that can help other victims and regulatory investigations. **Consider the statute of limitations** - For ERC claims, you typically have 3 years from the original quarterly return due date to file amended returns. Don't let them run out the clock while stringing you along with more false promises. You might also want to consult with a tax attorney who has experience with ERC fraud cases. Many are seeing patterns like this and may be able to pursue recovery of your fees plus damages. The silver lining is that you can potentially still file the 941X forms yourself or through a reputable tax professional if you're still within the statute of limitations. Don't let their incompetence cost you the credit you're legitimately entitled to.

I'm so sorry you're going through this - it sounds absolutely infuriating and unfortunately your experience with Adesso Capital matches what I've been hearing about from other business owners in similar situations. The pattern you're describing (taking money upfront, making promises, then giving rehearsed excuses when confronted about no actual filings) is becoming way too common with these ERC processing companies that popped up quickly after the credit was expanded. What really stands out to me is that they gave you the exact same "we made a mistake" excuse a full year apart. That tells me this isn't actually a mistake - it's their standard operating procedure when clients discover nothing was filed. My advice would be to stop giving them more chances and take action now: 1. **Get official proof** - Request Form 4506-T transcripts from the IRS showing your account history. This gives you written documentation that no 941X was ever filed, contradicting their claims. 2. **Check your timeline** - The ERC has statute of limitations (typically 3 years from the original quarterly return due date). Don't let them run out the clock on you. 3. **File complaints** - Report them to your state attorney general, IRS fraud division, and FTC. Even if it doesn't directly help your case, it creates a paper trail for other victims. 4. **Consider your options** - You may still be able to file the 941X yourself or through a legitimate tax professional if you're within the statute of limitations. Three years with zero actual work done is unacceptable. Don't let them waste any more of your time with empty promises.