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Mei Wong
Has anyone had success getting this resolved online? I hate making phone calls š
Unfortunately, I think you gotta call for this one. They need to hear your voice to verify.
Mei Wong
ā¢Ugh, that's what I was afraid of. Guess I'll have to bite the bullet. Thanks!
I went through this exact same thing about 6 months ago! Don't stress too much - it's actually pretty straightforward once you get through to someone. Just make sure you call from the phone number that's on file with the IRS, and have your Social Security card handy too. They might ask for details about previous addresses or family members. The wait times can be brutal though, so definitely try calling first thing in the morning around 7 AM when they open - that's when I had the most luck getting through quickly.
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Oliver Weber
Fr tho some people in here know wayyy too much about specific codes and procedures. Like who memorizes that stuff unless its there job??
Tax nerds exist bro. We're not all secret agents š
Honestly, I think you're overthinking this. I've been dealing with tax issues for years and you pick up a lot of knowledge just from personal experience and helping friends/family. Plus there are tons of resources online - blogs, forums, YouTube channels - where people share detailed IRS procedures. The people who sound "too knowledgeable" are probably just folks who've had to become experts out of necessity, like small business owners or people who've dealt with audits before.
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lol welcome to the club fam š¤” ive been trying to sort out my taxes for months now. its like playing whack-a-mole with these people i swear
Kiara Greene
I just went through this exact same process a few months ago! The 4883C letter can be stressful, but it's actually pretty straightforward once you get through to someone. Here's what worked for me: - Call first thing in the morning (8am sharp) - way better chance of getting through - Have your Social Security card, driver's license, and last year's tax return ready - They'll ask you verification questions like previous addresses, employers, etc. - The whole call took about 20 minutes once I got connected For the refund status, definitely use the "Where's My Refund?" tool, but don't panic if it doesn't update right away after verification. Mine took about 2 weeks to show movement, then got my refund about 3 weeks after that. Good luck! You got this! šŖ
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Has anyone successfully checked their S corp election status online? I know the IRS Business Account system shows a lot of other info, but does it show anything about Form 2553 status or effective date?
Carmen Ruiz
ā¢Unfortunately, the IRS Business Account online system doesn't currently show Form 2553 election status or effective dates. It's one of those frustrating gaps in their online capabilities. The only way to check is by calling the IRS directly or waiting for the CP261 Notice in the mail.
Oliver Weber
I'm going through this exact same situation right now! Filed my Form 2553 about 8 weeks ago and haven't heard anything back yet. My tax preparer keeps asking me about the status because we need to know how to handle my quarterly payments. Based on what everyone's saying here, it sounds like I'm still within the normal timeframe, but the uncertainty is really stressful when you're trying to make important financial decisions. I think I'm going to try calling the IRS using that Claimyr service that @Jamal Anderson and @QuantumQuest mentioned - sitting on hold for hours just isn't feasible with my work schedule. Has anyone else had experience with their accountant or tax preparer during this waiting period? I'm wondering if there's a standard way CPAs handle the interim period before the CP261 Notice arrives.
Dylan Cooper
ā¢I'm in a similar boat with my small consulting business! Just hit the 7-week mark after filing Form 2553 and my CPA has been asking the same questions about quarterly payments. From what I've gathered here, it seems like most tax preparers will have you continue filing estimated taxes under your current status (sole proprietor, LLC, etc.) until you get the official CP261 Notice confirming your S corp election. My accountant suggested keeping detailed records of all payments and filings during this interim period so we can make any necessary adjustments once the effective date is confirmed. She also mentioned that if the election is approved with a retroactive effective date, we might need to amend some filings, but that's pretty standard. The waiting is definitely nerve-wracking when you're trying to plan your business finances! Let us know how the Claimyr service works out if you try it - I'm considering the same thing since my quarterly deadline is coming up fast.
Camila Jordan
Has anyone had experience with state tax agencies rejecting ITIN W-2s? I'm in California and had to file amended state forms last year because apparently they have a special procedure for household employees with ITINs.
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Tyler Lefleur
ā¢In New York, I had to submit a special form along with the state copy of the W-2 for my nanny with an ITIN. Check your state's tax website for household employer information - most have specific sections for this situation now because it's become more common.
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Eli Butler
I went through this exact same situation last year with our babysitter! You're definitely on the right track. Just to add a few things I learned the hard way: Make sure you're using the correct ITIN format (9XX-XX-XXXX) on the W-2 - some people accidentally transpose digits or format it like an SSN. Also, keep detailed records of everything because if there are any processing issues, you'll want documentation. One thing that caught me off guard was that some banks won't accept direct deposit tax refunds to accounts linked to ITINs, so your nanny might need to file a paper return and wait for a paper check. Not your responsibility, but just something to give her a heads up about. Also, double-check your state's requirements early. I waited until the last minute and discovered my state needed an additional form that took 2 weeks to process. The January 31st deadline comes up fast!
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Andre Rousseau
ā¢Thanks for sharing your experience! The formatting tip is really helpful - I definitely want to avoid any processing delays. Quick question about the bank issue you mentioned - did your babysitter run into that problem, or is it just something you heard about? I'm wondering if I should warn our nanny ahead of time or if it's not that common of an issue. Also, when you say your state needed an additional form, was that something specific to ITIN employees or just a general household employer requirement you missed initially?
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