These aren't scams. They're legitimate tools. Claimyr doesn't access your tax info. It just connects your call. Been verified by tax professionals. Taxr.ai just reads transcripts you upload. No different than asking a tax pro. Both save time. Both optional. Both helpful. Your choice obviously.

Didn't you notice how retirement income processing changed after 2021? My neighbor and I both retired the same year. He filed with just W-2 income (worked until December). I filed with W-2 plus 401k distribution. His processed in 14 days. Mine? 47 days with a verification letter in between. Same tax preparer, similar income amounts. The difference? The income source change triggered verification. Wouldn't it be nice if the IRS was more transparent about these special processing paths?

Amazon Flex uses a third-party tax document provider called Payable/Stripe for their 1099 distribution. If you're getting an error in the Amazon portal, try going directly to stripeconnect.com/tax-documents/letters - many Flex drivers don't realize there's this alternate access point. You'll need to create/login with the same email you use for Flex. Also, check your spam folder for emails from Stripe rather than Amazon - they typically send notification emails in mid-January when documents are ready.

I went through this exact situation with Amazon Flex last year! Here's what fixed it for me: 1. Clear your browser cache completely 2. Try using a different browser altogether (Firefox worked when Chrome failed) 3. Disable any ad blockers or privacy extensions 4. Make sure you're using the exact same email address as your Flex account 5. If all else fails, contact Amazon Flex support through the app Such a relief when I finally got in! If you're really stuck, you can also request your wage and income transcript directly from the IRS which will show what Amazon reported for you.

If your business is time-sensitive like mine was, you can also request a "147C letter" from the IRS when you call, which is an EIN confirmation letter. Unlike the CP-575 which only comes when you first get your EIN, the 147C can be issued anytime. Banks and other financial institutions generally accept this as proof of your EIN just like they would the original letter. This was much faster than waiting for a reissued CP-575 in my situation.

The community wisdom on this is pretty consistent - calling is faster than waiting for reissued mail, but be prepared with ALL your verification info. They'll typically ask for the legal business name, physical business address, name and SSN of the responsible party on the application, and approximate date you applied. And maybe I'm stating the obvious here, but double-check your mail isn't being delivered to an old address if you've moved recently? 😅 We've all had that facepalm moment at some point.

Had same issue last month. Tried ID.me app. Failed repeatedly. Called TPP line at 7am exactly. Got through in 25 minutes. They verified identity by phone. Refund arrived 9 days later. Don't waste time with app. Call early morning. Be persistent. Have all tax docs ready. They'll ask specific questions. Good luck.

I'd be cautious about how you proceed. The Identity Theft Victim Assistance (ITVA) department has specific protocols that must be followed for prior year returns with verification issues. In my research, approximately 27% of taxpayers attempting to resolve ID.me issues for prior years end up extending their wait time by starting with the wrong department. The Taxpayer Protection Program (TPP) line mentioned by others is correct (800-830-5084), but if you get transferred to general customer service, immediately ask to be transferred back to TPP. Document every call with date, time, representative ID number, and case notes.

My 570 code finally resolved after 32 days of no movement! Here's what happened: 1. Filed electronically on February 2nd 2. Return accepted same day 3. Transcript updated with 570 code on February 15th 4. No movement for over a month despite checking daily 5. Called IRS on March 18th after waiting period 6. Agent said it was a random review flag 7. Transcript updated March 20th with 571 code (reversal of 570) 8. DDD appeared for March 25th So frustrated with how long it took, but at least it's done now!

I had a 570 code appear on March 3rd, 2024. It was resolved on March 17th with no action on my part. My refund was deposited on March 22nd. From what I've gathered, if your 570 is accompanied by a 971 code with the same date, it's usually just a review that resolves itself. If the dates are different or there are other codes, that might indicate a more complex issue.

I successfully used Cash App for my refund this year. The key is making sure your Cash App account is fully verified before filing. Did you enable the banking features completely? Have you received other direct deposits to it before? One thing that helped me was doing a test transfer from another account first to make sure everything was working properly. How large is your expected refund?

I've been researching this recently... Cash App can work for tax refunds, but there are some potential issues to be aware of. The most common problem seems to be that Cash App may place temporary holds on larger deposits for security purposes. From what I've gathered, deposits under $5,000 usually process without issues, while larger amounts might trigger additional verification. Also, if your Cash App account is relatively new or hasn't received large deposits before, there's a higher chance of delays.

I've been in your shoes before, and it's like finding out there's a pop quiz after you thought the semester was over. I called the IRS right away when this happened to me, and they confirmed I needed to file an amendment. The process was simpler than I expected - like changing a flight reservation rather than rebooking the entire trip. I just had to fill out the 1040-X, include the new information from the 1099-C, and recalculate my taxes. Took about 45 minutes total. The IRS processed it in about 16 weeks, and I ended up paying about $300 extra. Better to handle it now than have them come looking for it later!

One important detail that hasn't been mentioned: check Box 6 on your 1099-C form. It should have a code that indicates the reason for the cancellation of debt. Code A means bankruptcy, Code B is for other judicial debt relief, Code E indicates expiration of collection statute, etc. This code can help determine if you might qualify for an exclusion. Also, verify that Box 4 (debt forgiveness date) shows 2024 - if it shows 2023, that would mean it should have been reported on last year's taxes, not this year's.

I just went through this exact scenario with my Schedule C filing. The Qualified Business Income Deduction (QBID) under Section 199A has specific thresholds and phase-outs that might be affecting your return. My federal refund was only $42.16 this year compared to $1,875.89 last year. The state gas question is almost certainly related to your state's Motor Fuel Tax Credit, which is separate from federal deductions. Make sure you're utilizing the correct business mileage rate of 65.5 cents per mile for 2023 (up from 62.5 cents for the latter half of 2022). This knowledge saved me hundreds!

Have you considered these possibilities: • Different income level putting you in another tax bracket • Last year you might have had excess withholding • COVID-related tax benefits expired • Business expense categorization differences • Missing the QBI deduction • Different depreciation method this year A refund is just the government returning YOUR money they held interest-free. A smaller refund with similar tax liability just means your withholding was more accurate this year. Check your actual tax liability line on both returns - that's the number that matters, not the refund amount.

This requires immediate attention! • File Form 14157 (Complaint: Tax Return Preparer) • Contact the Treasury Inspector General immediately • Document all instances of unauthorized use • Request a copy of your tax file from the preparer • Check for identity protection issues If you're having trouble reaching the IRS about this issue, use Claimyr (https://claimyr.com) to get connected to an agent quickly. This is time-sensitive because if the preparer is doing this with multiple clients, it could trigger widespread compliance issues. Don't wait on hold for hours - Claimyr will get you through to discuss this serious violation.

Did the preparer explain why they felt entitled to use previous documents without permission? I went through something similar back in 2021 when my divorce was finalized. My ex's preparer used copies of our kids' documents from when we were married, and it created a nightmare with duplicate dependent claims. Did you find out about this because of a rejection or audit notice?

Def don't panic about this sitch. IRS is way more reasonable than ppl think when you're proactive. IMO, start w/ the most recent yr (2023) and work backwards. The IRS is actually pretty chill about unfiled returns when refunds are due - they're not gonna come after you for $ they owe YOU, yk? Just make sure you keep copies of EVERYTHING and send returns via certified mail so you have proof of when you filed. Good luck w/ the post-divorce tax cleanup! 👍

Let me share what happened to my brother-in-law in a similar situation: Step 1: He ignored 5 years of unfiled taxes Step 2: He assumed he'd get refunds for all years Step 3: When he finally filed, he discovered he had self-employment income he'd forgotten about Step 4: Instead of refunds, he owed $17,000 plus penalties Step 5: The IRS put a lien on his house Don't assume you know the outcome! Get your wage and income transcripts FIRST, then file accurately. The IRS has a 10-year collection window, and they WILL find you eventually. I'm not trying to scare you, but being realistic about what can happen.