I'm going through the exact same thing! Filed my Illinois return in February and I'm still stuck in processing limbo. The most frustrating part is that their website gives you absolutely no useful information - just that generic "still being processed" message that tells you nothing. From reading through all these comments, it sounds like there are several potential issues that could be causing the delay: - Address discrepancies (especially if you moved recently) - Identity verification requirements that they don't notify you about - Random manual reviews they're doing this year - Issues with credits or deductions triggering additional screening I'm going to try a few of the suggestions here - calling first thing in the morning at 8 AM, checking from a desktop computer instead of mobile, and looking more carefully through my mail for any notices that might have looked like junk mail. Has anyone had success with the taxpayer advocate service? I'm wondering if that might be worth trying since we're well past the normal processing timeframes at this point. It's ridiculous that we have to become private investigators just to get our own money back from the state!

I'm dealing with the exact same issue! Filed my Illinois return in late February and have been stuck in that "still being processed" purgatory for months now. It's incredibly frustrating when you can't get any real information about what's actually happening with your return. After reading through all these experiences, I'm going to try several approaches: 1. Calling right at 8 AM tomorrow using that 1-800-732-8866 number 2. Double-checking my mail for any plain envelopes that might have looked like junk mail 3. Verifying my address information is correct in their system 4. Considering reaching out to my state representative's office if the phone calls don't work The most infuriating part is how they expect us to file on time and pay penalties for any delays, but then they can sit on our refunds for months with zero accountability. The lack of transparency in their system is unacceptable. For what it's worth, I've been documenting every attempt to contact them with dates and times. If this drags on much longer, I'm definitely going to file a complaint and escalate through whatever channels are available. Thanks to everyone sharing their experiences and solutions - it's helpful to know we're not alone in dealing with this broken system!

The whole cycle code system is actually pretty organized once you understand it. Here's what you need to know: Weekly cycles (05): - Updates happen Thursday night/Friday morning - Most returns fall into this category - Can check WMR Saturday morning Daily cycles (01-04): - Can update any day - Less common - Usually for amended returns or certain credits Best way to track this is actually using taxr.ai - it reads your transcript and tells you exactly what's happening and when to expect updates. Saved me hours of stress trying to figure this out myself! Also remember - N/A usually means initial processing, nothing to worry about yet. Just keep checking those Friday updates! 🤓

Great info! I've been checking my transcript obsessively since filing 2/15 with cycle code 05. It's reassuring to know there's actually a pattern to when these update. The waiting game is brutal but at least now I know to focus my energy on Friday nights instead of checking every single day like I have been 😅

This is exactly the type of complex situation where proper documentation becomes crucial. I went through something similar when I converted my condo to a rental property mid-year. The key insight that helped me was understanding that the IRS views this as two separate "loans" once the conversion happens - even though it's technically the same mortgage. The personal residence portion (those 17-18 days) gets treated under the mortgage interest deduction rules with the $750k limit, while the rental portion goes to Schedule E as a business expense. One thing I'd recommend is taking photos of your move-in date to House B and any documentation showing when you started advertising House A for rent. The IRS likes clear evidence of the conversion date. Also, if you're working with a property management company, get a copy of the management agreement as it establishes the "placed in service" date for rental purposes. Keep detailed records of all expenses during the transition period too - things like cleaning, minor repairs, or staging costs can often be deducted as rental expenses once the property is available for rent, even if you don't have a tenant immediately.

One thing I'd add to all the great advice here is to consider setting up a separate bank account for your rental property expenses once House A is converted. This makes record-keeping much cleaner and helps establish that clear business purpose the IRS looks for. Also, since you mentioned you've been reading IRS publications but getting confused - Publication 527 (Residential Rental Property) has a specific section on converting personal use property to rental use that might help clarify things. It walks through examples similar to your situation with the day-by-day calculations everyone's been discussing. Another consideration: if you're planning to potentially move back into House A someday (like if it's in a great school district for future kids), be aware that there are rules about how long it can be a rental before you lose certain tax benefits when you convert it back to a personal residence. Just something to keep in mind for long-term planning!

I got audited last year specifically for not reporting my crypto! I had only made about $3,000 in profit and thought it wasn't worth reporting. Big mistake. The IRS sent me a letter asking why I didn't report my cryptocurrency transactions. They didn't say how they knew, but I assume either Coinbase provided info or they noticed deposits to my bank account from Coinbase. The penalties and interest added almost 40% on top of what I owed! Plus I had to pay an accountant to help me deal with the audit. Don't risk it - just report your crypto correctly. The stress of going through an audit was way worse than just paying the taxes would have been.

I'm a CPA and want to emphasize something crucial that hasn't been mentioned yet - the IRS has a "Voluntary Disclosure Practice" that can help if you realize you've made mistakes with crypto reporting in past years. If you're reading this thread and thinking "oh no, I didn't report crypto gains from previous years," you can still come forward voluntarily. The key is doing it BEFORE the IRS contacts you. If you proactively file amended returns and pay what you owe (with interest), they typically won't pursue criminal charges or the harshest penalties. But once they initiate contact with you first, your options become much more limited. For anyone in that situation, I'd strongly recommend consulting with a tax professional who specializes in crypto before taking any action. The rules are complex and the consequences of handling it wrong can be severe.

Hot tip: go to https://irs.gov/refunds and check your status there. It's the most accurate source for refund status. TurboTax estimates are just that - estimates. Your return hasn't been fully processed yet.

Don't panic! This is actually super common this year. The "RETURN NOT PRESENT" message just means your return hasn't been fully processed into their main system yet, even though it was accepted. Think of it like your return is sitting in their inbox but hasn't been filed into the cabinet yet. A few things that might help while you wait: - Check the IRS Where's My Refund tool daily (it updates more frequently than transcripts) - If you claimed EITC or Child Tax Credit, there's an automatic delay until mid-February that can extend processing - The IRS is processing returns in batches, so yours might be in a queue waiting for the next batch run I know it's frustrating when you're counting on that money, but unless you get an actual notice from the IRS saying there's a problem, your refund should come through. Most people in your situation see their transcript update within 2-3 weeks, then get their refund within a week after that. Hang in there - you're definitely not alone in this!