Did you file with any credits like Child Tax Credit or Earned Income Credit? Those automatically go through additional verification that delays processing. Also, have you checked whether Credit Karma actually transmitted your return successfully? Sometimes there can be transmission errors that aren't immediately apparent.

Be careful about checking WMR too frequently! Last year I checked multiple times daily and my account got temporarily locked for "security reasons." Had to wait 24 hours to try again, and then had to verify my identity which added another 2 weeks to my processing time. The system flags frequent logins as potential unauthorized access attempts. The irony is that my obsessive checking actually CAUSED the delay I was worried about! 😭

I successfully resolved almost this EXACT situation last year! Here's what worked for me: • Called the IRS amendment-specific hotline (866-464-2050) instead of the general number • Asked specifically for a "rejection explanation code" for the amendment • Requested to speak with an amendment processing specialist • Cited Publication 501 page 4 which explicitly states marital status is determined on December 31st • Requested a formal reconsideration with supervisor review The key was getting to someone who actually worked in the amendments department. The general call center folks often don't have the training or system access to properly handle amendment issues. I went from a flat rejection to getting our full refund plus interest within 60 days. Don't give up - you are 100% correct on the tax law here!

I feel I should perhaps warn you that amendment processing is, unfortunately, somewhat of a disaster currently at the IRS. My brother-in-law, who is possibly in a similar situation, filed an amended return in early 2023 and is still waiting for resolution. The IRS seems to be prioritizing original returns over amendments, which might explain why they quickly resolved the HSA issue but not the filing status change. You might want to consider that, if you file a new amendment now, you could potentially be looking at another 12+ month wait. It might be worth weighing whether the additional refund amount justifies the continued effort and waiting period. Sometimes, as frustrating as it is, accepting the current outcome and moving forward is the most practical approach.

This reminds me of last year's tax season when the IRS suddenly switched my refund from direct deposit to a check without warning. Back then, it took exactly 14 days from the original deposit date for the check to arrive. I remember checking my mailbox obsessively every day. The most frustrating part was that their system showed "payment issued" but didn't specify it was a physical check until I called. I wonder if they're using the same process for these CTC conversions or if they've improved their notification system?

I bank with Chime. Got paper check yesterday. Was supposed to be direct deposit. Called IRS Tuesday. They confirmed switch to paper. No explanation given. Check arrived Thursday. Allow 5-7 business days. Keep checking your mail. They don't update the portal properly. Very frustrating process.

I successfully navigated the Identity Verification Process last month using the Taxpayer Protection Program (TPP) telephone option. The key is requesting the specific department that handles identity verification cases - they're authorized to perform Knowledge-Based Authentication protocols over the phone. I prepared by having my AGI from previous years, loan account numbers, and credit card information ready. They asked questions only I would know from my credit report. The entire process took approximately 22 minutes, and my refund was released 7 business days later.

My verification situation was similar to yours but worse in some ways. Letter never came after 3 weeks, then I requested another one like you did. Called IRS and they said my address had a typo compared to what was in their system! Something as small as "Street" vs "St" can cause the letter to bounce back. When you call today, ask them to verify your exact address as it appears in their system compared to what you provided on your return.

I see this question a lot lately (tax season brings out the transcript stalkers in all of us, haha). If you want to really understand what's happening with your transcript, I'd recommend using https://taxr.ai - it helped me decipher my transcript codes when they finally appeared. The tool explained that my "N/A" transcript wasn't an ID verification issue at all, but just normal processing. And once my transcript updated, it predicted my refund date correctly. Saved me from calling the IRS multiple times thinking something was wrong when it wasn't!

Did everyone miss the part about medical treatments? What if you really need that money and can't wait? I had a similar situation last year and thought "Oh, I'm already verified, it'll be fine" but then my return got flagged for a completely different verification issue! Isn't it better to be proactive? Couldn't you just call the IRS Taxpayer Protection Program line directly at 800-830-5084 to confirm everything's okay rather than assuming? My return was delayed 11 weeks because I waited instead of calling...

I had this exact situation on February 17th, 2024. My Child Tax Credit payment was supposed to be direct deposited like always but suddenly switched to a mailed check. I had moved on January 28th, 2024. The check went to my old address, and even though I had mail forwarding set up on January 30th, 2024, the check was returned to the IRS instead of being forwarded to me. It took until April 3rd, 2024 to get the payment reissued to my new address. The IRS told me on March 15th that certain government payments have special handling instructions that can override normal forwarding. I'm still waiting for my March payment too.

I went through this last summer and found that checking the IRS website FAQ section (https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/2021-child-tax-credit-and-advance-child-tax-credit-payments-topic-e-advancing-child-tax-credit-payments) actually had good information. According to their guidelines, USPS should forward your check, but there's a specific process. What worked for me was calling the IRS Child Tax Credit hotline directly (different than the main IRS line) and explaining my situation. The representative was able to place a hold on my paper check and redirect it to my new address. I also filed Form 8822 for change of address online through my IRS account portal which helped with future payments.

According to the IRS Operations Dashboard at IRS.gov/operations, they're currently processing returns received through early March. The TaxProForums.com discussion from yesterday confirms many tax professionals are seeing 45-60 day processing times for returns with any investments or self-employment income. If your family member has either of those, that might explain the delay.

I had a client whose return was filed February 26th this year with significant investment income. Per Internal Revenue Manual 21.4.1, returns with Schedule D transactions require additional verification during peak processing periods. His return finally processed on April 12th after 45 days. If your family member reported stock sales or dividend income, this is likely causing the delay as the IRS matches those against Forms 1099-B and 1099-DIV from financial institutions.

I'm the data nerd who tracked my entire review process - might help you estimate your timeline! Filed: Jan 29, Accepted: Jan 29, 420 Code appeared: Feb 13, 971 Notice issued: Feb 20, Called IRS: Feb 28 (they confirmed income verification), Verification complete: March 11, 846 Code (refund issued): March 14, Deposit received: March 16. So from review start to money in account was 31 days total. Not the speediest but at least it was predictable once I knew what was happening! 😂

Be very cautious about making financial plans based on an expected refund date when your return is under review. I had a similar situation last year with a TC 420 that initially seemed routine, but it escalated to a more comprehensive review when they couldn't verify certain business expenses. What started as a projected 3-week delay turned into 4 months. If your Q2 estimated payment is due soon, you might want to arrange alternative financing just in case. The penalties for late estimated payments can be significant, especially for self-employed individuals.

Have you verified your Treasury Offset Program status? Sometimes refunds can be delayed or reduced due to TOP intercepts, even with a valid DDD. This occurs when the Bureau of Fiscal Service matches your TIN against outstanding federal or state debts in the Treasury Offset database.

My DDD was yesterday (2/25) and it hit my account at 4:32pm! Navy Federal Credit Union here. Was literally checking my account every hour like a crazy person 🤣 but it finally came through. This refund saved me after my car decided to die last month. Hope yours comes through first thing tomorrow! 🤞

Hey there, tax pro here. TT dates are just estimates based on avg processing times. They don't have any special insight into IRS systems. For 1099 income, expect longer processing - IRS typically flags these for extra review. Pro tip: check ur transcript for code 846 (refund issued) - that's the ONLY reliable date. WMR updates are often delayed by 24-48 hrs compared to transcript. Hang in there - I know waiting for $$ is stressful, but the system works eventually!

TurboTax's projected refund dates are not based on actual IRS processing status. According to Internal Revenue Procedure 2023-19, tax preparation software companies have no direct access to IRS processing systems and can only provide estimates based on historical averages. Since you mentioned having 1099 income, be aware that under current IRS procedures, returns with self-employment income are frequently selected for additional verification under the Income Verification Program, which can add 4-6 weeks to processing time. I would recommend checking your Account Transcript directly through IRS.gov for the most accurate status.