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Hey! I just went through this exact same thing last month. Filed on a Tuesday, got accepted Wednesday morning, and didn't see the advance until Friday evening. The 1-3 business day window is pretty accurate but it can feel like forever when you're watching for it! One thing that helped me was checking both the Credit Karma app AND logging into their website - sometimes one updates before the other. Also make sure you didn't accidentally set up the advance to go to a different account. Hang in there, it should show up soon! š¤
This is super helpful! I'll definitely try checking both the app and website - didn't think about that. Also good point about double checking which account it's going to. The waiting game is brutal but your timeline gives me hope it'll show up by Friday š¤
I'm going through the exact same thing! Filed my return through TurboTax yesterday evening, got the acceptance email this morning around 9am, but still no advance showing up in my Credit Karma account. It's so stressful when you're counting on that money! I've been refreshing the app every hour like it's gonna magically appear š Reading everyone's responses is really reassuring though - sounds like 24-72 hours is totally normal. Fingers crossed we both see our advances by tomorrow!
Hey there! I'm dealing with something similar right now - got my CP2000 notice about three weeks ago for my 2022 return. What I've learned from calling the IRS (after waiting forever on hold) is that the key timing factor is whether you respond before the deadline. In my case, they told me that as long as I respond by the date on the notice with proper documentation, my 2023 refund should process normally. The agent explained that CP2000 notices are handled by a different department than current year refunds, so they don't automatically freeze everything. However, she did warn me that if I miss the deadline or if there are any complications with my response, that's when they might put a hold on future refunds. So definitely don't wait until the last minute like I almost did! One thing that helped me was organizing all my 2022 tax documents first before calling, so I could reference specific forms and amounts while talking to them. Made the conversation much more productive than my first call where I was just panicking. Good luck with your response - sounds like you're being proactive about it which is exactly what you should be doing!
Thanks for sharing your experience! It's really helpful to hear from someone going through the same thing. Did you end up having to provide a lot of documentation when you responded, or was it pretty straightforward? I'm still going through my 2022 records and trying to figure out exactly what they're questioning - the notice isn't super clear about which specific items they think are wrong. Also, when you called, did they give you any timeline for how long it typically takes them to process the CP2000 response once they receive it?
@Marcelle Drum That s'really reassuring to hear! I m'in a similar boat - just trying to figure out what documentation I need to gather. The CP2000 notice mentions something about unreported income, but I m'pretty sure all my 1099s were included on my return. Did you find it helpful to call them before submitting your response, or did you just send everything in writing? I m'debating whether it s'worth the phone wait time or if I should just focus on getting a solid written response together by the deadline.
Hey @GalaxyGlider! I totally understand the stress - getting any notice from the IRS is never fun, especially when you're just starting out with "adulting" and taxes. From what I've learned through my own experiences and from reading various forums, the good news is that CP2000 notices are proposals, not final assessments. Since your online account doesn't show a balance due yet, there's a good chance your 2023 refund will process normally while you're sorting this out. The most important thing is to respond before that April 10th deadline with solid documentation. Don't wait until the last minute - give yourself at least a week buffer in case you need to gather additional paperwork or if there are any mailing delays. A few practical tips: - Make copies of everything before you send it in - Consider using certified mail like others mentioned - it's worth the extra cost for peace of mind - Keep detailed notes of any phone calls you make to the IRS, including agent names and reference numbers You mentioned you're pretty confident they're wrong - trust your gut but be thorough with your documentation. The IRS makes mistakes too, and many CP2000 notices get resolved in the taxpayer's favor when proper records are provided. Since you just graduated, you might also want to check if your school's accounting department or career services has any resources for recent grads dealing with tax issues. Some schools offer alumni support for exactly these kinds of situations. You've got this! Stay organized and respond promptly, and you should be fine.
@Layla Sanders This is such helpful advice! I m'actually in a pretty similar situation - recent grad trying to navigate all this tax stuff for the first time. The tip about checking with my school s'resources is brilliant - I hadn t'even thought of that. My university does have a financial literacy program for alumni that I completely forgot about. I m'definitely going to follow your advice about not waiting until the last minute. I ve'been putting this off because it felt overwhelming, but reading through everyone s'responses here has made me realize it s'not as scary as I thought. The certified mail thing seems like a no-brainer too - $7 is nothing compared to the potential headache if my response gets lost. One question though - when you say solid "documentation, what" exactly should I be focusing on? The notice mentions some 1099 income that they think I didn t'report, but I m'pretty sure I included everything. Should I just send copies of all my 1099s from that year, or is there something more specific I should include? Thanks again for the encouragement - it really helps to know that other people have gotten through this successfully!
I'm dealing with the exact same Republic Bank login nightmare right now! Filed with Liberty Tax for the first time this year and regretting it. Their portal is absolutely terrible compared to what I'm used to with other services. I've tried every combination of amounts - full refund, refund minus fees, just federal, just state - nothing works. What's really frustrating is that I can see my state refund already hit my account, so I know the IRS processed everything, but I have no idea what's happening with the federal portion. Has anyone had success reaching an actual human at Liberty Tax who could explain their specific Republic Bank login requirements? I'm about ready to just wait it out and hope the money shows up, but not knowing is driving me crazy!
I'm going through the exact same thing! Just filed with Liberty Tax for the first time this year and I'm having the same Republic Bank portal issues. It's so frustrating when you're used to other services that actually work properly. I've been trying different amount combinations too with no luck. From what I'm reading in this thread, it sounds like this is unfortunately pretty common with Liberty Tax's system. I'm thinking of just checking my IRS transcript directly instead of relying on their broken portal. At least that way we can see what's actually happening with our refunds without depending on Republic Bank's terrible interface!
I'm dealing with this exact issue too! Filed with Liberty Tax this year and can't access the Republic Bank portal at all. What's really frustrating is that their customer service seems completely overwhelmed right now. I've been on hold for literally hours multiple times with no luck getting through. From what I'm seeing in this thread, it sounds like this is unfortunately a common problem with Liberty's system integration with Republic Bank. I'm starting to think the best approach might be to just check my IRS transcript directly through the IRS website instead of relying on their broken portal. At least that way I can see the actual status of my refund processing without depending on Republic Bank's terrible interface. Has anyone had better luck reaching Liberty Tax through their local office instead of the main customer service line?
I'm in a similar situation as a commissioned sales rep and want to share what I learned after going through this exact same confusion last year. The federal deduction elimination really stings, but there are still some legitimate strategies to explore. First, definitely look into state deductions if you're in a state that didn't conform to the federal changes. Second, consider having a conversation with your sales manager about expense reimbursement - many dealerships are willing to reimburse legitimate business expenses if you can make a case for it, especially if you're a solid performer. Also, make sure you're tracking everything meticulously even if you can't deduct it federally right now. The suspension of employee business expense deductions is scheduled to expire in 2026, so having good records could pay off when that deduction potentially returns. One thing I wish I'd known earlier: some training expenses might qualify for education credits instead of business deductions, which could still provide tax benefits even as a W2 employee. Worth looking into with a tax professional who understands sales compensation.
This is really helpful advice, especially the point about tracking everything even though we can't deduct it federally right now. I hadn't thought about the 2026 expiration date - that gives me hope that this situation might improve in a couple years. The education credits angle is interesting too. Some of those sales training courses I mentioned taking were pretty expensive, so if they could qualify for education credits instead of business deductions, that might actually work out better. Do you know if there are specific requirements for training to qualify as education credits for someone who's already working in sales? Also, I'm curious about your experience approaching your sales manager about expense reimbursement. What kind of expenses were they most willing to cover, and how did you frame the conversation? I'm worried about seeming like I'm complaining about costs or asking for special treatment.
Great question about the education credits! For sales training to qualify for education credits, it generally needs to either maintain or improve skills required in your current job, or meet requirements of your employer/law for keeping your job. The tricky part is that it can't be training that qualifies you for a new trade or business. Since you're already working in sales, courses that enhance your existing sales skills (like advanced negotiation, customer relationship management, or industry-specific product training) have a good chance of qualifying. Keep all documentation showing the course content relates directly to your current role. For the expense reimbursement conversation, I framed it as an investment in my performance rather than asking for help with costs. I prepared a simple proposal showing how certain expenses (client entertainment, training, professional subscriptions) directly contributed to my sales results. I used specific examples like "the sales methodology course I took helped me close X additional deals worth $Y in commissions to the dealership." Most sales managers understand that top performers need tools and training to stay competitive. The key is connecting your expenses to measurable business results and presenting it as a win-win rather than just asking for money back.
As a fellow commissioned salesperson, I feel your pain on this issue. I went through the same frustration when I realized how much the 2018 tax changes affected people like us. One thing that really helped me was creating a detailed expense tracking system right away, even though I can't deduct most of it federally. I use a simple spreadsheet that categorizes everything - phone bills, client meals, training, car expenses, etc. This serves two purposes: it helps me see where my money is actually going (which was eye-opening), and it keeps me prepared for when the federal deduction potentially returns in 2026. For the immediate term, definitely explore your state options if you haven't already. Also, don't overlook the education credit angle that others mentioned - I was able to claim credits for some professional development courses that didn't qualify as business deductions. The employer reimbursement route is probably your best bet for getting money back now rather than waiting for potential tax benefits later. Most successful salespeople I know have been able to get at least partial reimbursement for things like client entertainment and industry training once they showed how it directly impacts their numbers. Keep detailed records of everything, and hang in there - this tax situation for commissioned employees really needs to change, but there are still some legitimate strategies to explore in the meantime.
Thanks for sharing your experience, Ravi! Your point about creating a detailed tracking system really resonates with me. I've been kind of haphazard about keeping records since I thought none of it was deductible anyway, but you're right that it's worth doing even just to see where the money is going. I'm curious about your spreadsheet setup - do you track things like mileage for client visits separately from general car maintenance? And for phone bills, how do you calculate what percentage is business vs personal use? I feel like I'm using my phone for work calls constantly, but I also use it for personal stuff obviously. The 2026 potential return of federal deductions is something I hadn't really thought about as a concrete planning point. Even if it doesn't help me this year, having solid records ready to go could be really valuable down the road. Plus like you said, just understanding where all this money is going each month would probably help me budget better and maybe make smarter decisions about what expenses are actually worth it for my sales performance.
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Just want to add that I've noticed Chime deposits tend to come in waves throughout the day. Last year there was a big morning batch around 10am EST, then another wave around 2pm, and final deposits around 4-5pm. So if you haven't received it yet, don't lose hope until late afternoon. Also, make sure your Chime notifications are turned on so you don't miss it!
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Oliver Becker
Just wanted to share my experience - I have a 3/24 DDD with Chime and got my deposit this morning at 11:47am! So there's definitely hope for those still waiting. I was checking obsessively yesterday but nothing came through until today. For anyone still waiting, it seems like they're processing in batches throughout the day like others mentioned. Good luck everyone! š
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Levi Parker
ā¢Congrats Oliver! This is exactly what I needed to hear today! š I've been refreshing my Chime app every 20 minutes since yesterday and was starting to lose hope. The fact that yours came through this morning gives me so much relief that they're still processing the 3/24 batch. I was worried maybe I got missed in yesterday's waves. Now I'll try to be more patient and just wait for that sweet notification to pop up! Thanks for sharing and giving the rest of us hope! š
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AstroAce
ā¢That's amazing, congratulations! š This gives me so much hope - I've been checking my Chime account obsessively since yesterday with my 3/24 DDD. I was starting to think maybe the batch got delayed or something. Did your WMR (Where's My Refund) tool update at all before you got the deposit, or did it just show up without any warning? I'm trying to figure out if there are any signs to watch for or if I should just keep waiting patiently for that notification to hit!
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