I'm dealing with a Letter 12C situation right now too and this thread has been super helpful! Just wanted to add that I called the IRS customer service line last week about my verification and they confirmed that the N/A transcript status is completely normal during the review process. The agent told me that when they receive your faxed documents, they actually remove your return from the normal processing queue to manually verify everything - that's why it shows N/A instead of your usual return info. She said not to worry unless it's been more than 12 weeks total since you first faxed your response. @Ryan since you faxed on Feb 20th and it's been 4 weeks, you're still well within the normal timeframe. The peak tax season backlog is real but they do eventually get through everything. I'd definitely wait the full 8 weeks before calling again since they'll just tell you the same thing anyway. Keep that fax confirmation safe though - that's your proof you responded on time if any issues come up later! Hang in there, we're all in this waiting game together 💪

I'm in almost the exact same situation! Got my Letter 12C about 5 weeks ago for a W-2 verification issue (different amount but same process). The waiting is absolutely nerve-wracking, especially when you see that N/A status on your transcript and start wondering if your documents got lost in the system. What's been helping me is keeping track of the timeline - like @Ian mentioned, the IRS agent confirmed that 12 weeks total is when you should actually start worrying. Since you faxed on Feb 20th, you're still well within normal processing time even with the peak season delays. I also used HelloFax like @Jessica suggested and got a confirmation receipt, which definitely helps with peace of mind. The online fax services seem way more reliable than traditional fax machines, especially when dealing with something this important. The hardest part is just the waiting game when your refund is sitting there in limbo. But from everything I've read and heard, as long as you responded within that 20-day window (which you did), you should be good. The IRS is just incredibly backed up right now. Hang in there - we're all riding this out together! 🤞

Why is it so hard for the IRS to just communicate clearly?? "We are now processing your return" could mean anything from "we'll deposit your refund tomorrow" to "see you in 3 months bud" 😤

I'm dealing with the exact same situation! Filed in March, forgot my 1095-A, sent it in late April, and have been stuck on that "we have reviewed your return" message for about 4 weeks now. The question marks instead of checkmarks really threw me off at first - I thought something was broken with the website. From what I'm reading here, it sounds like we're all in for a long wait (6-10 weeks seems to be the consensus). The 1095-A really does seem to trigger manual processing that just takes forever. I've been checking WMR obsessively but I guess that's pointless since the bars disappeared. I might try that Claimyr service some of you mentioned - I've called the IRS probably 15 times and never gotten through. Getting an actual timeline from a real person would be such a relief instead of just staring at this vague message every day wondering if there's a problem with my return. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - at least now I know this is normal and not just me!

I had the EXACT same timeline. Filed Feb 22, got told to wait 90 days. I didn't take that answer. Called every single day for a week straight until I got someone who actually looked at my file instead of just reading the script. They found that my return was just sitting there waiting for someone to review the documents I'd already sent in. Got my refund 10 days later. Don't just accept the 90-day answer - keep pushing.

I'm dealing with something very similar right now! Filed on February 18th and got the same "wait 90 days" response. What's really frustrating is that I run a seasonal landscaping business and this delay is hitting right when I need to purchase equipment for spring. I've been reading through all these responses and it sounds like there might be more options than what the first representative told you. Has anyone here had success with calling at different times of day to reach different representatives? I'm wondering if the 7 AM strategy mentioned by Ellie Simpson actually works, or if there are other optimal calling times. Also curious about the transcript analysis tools - seems like understanding what codes are actually on your account could help determine the best approach. The cash flow impact is real for small business owners like us. Even if we can't expedite the process, it would be helpful to at least understand what's actually causing the delay versus just getting the standard "wait 90 days" response.

Have you looked into setting up an LLC? I make around $25k/year selling Skyrim mods and my accountant recommended I form an LLC for liability protection and potential tax benefits. Cost me about $200 to set up in my state but gives me peace of mind that my personal assets are protected if anything ever happened.

Great question! I went through something similar when my Minecraft mod started bringing in steady income. At $13,500, you're definitely past hobby territory in the IRS's eyes, so you'll need to report this as self-employment income on Schedule C. The good news is TurboTax can absolutely handle this - I used it for my first couple years. You'll pay regular income tax plus self-employment tax (15.3%), but you can deduct business expenses like: - Software licenses for development tools - Portion of internet costs used for business - Computer equipment depreciation if used primarily for modding - Home office space if you have a dedicated area Since you're earning decent money, definitely look into making quarterly estimated tax payments starting next quarter to avoid penalties. The IRS wants payments throughout the year when you're self-employed rather than just a big lump sum at tax time. One tip: keep detailed records of everything! Track your income from each platform, save receipts for any business expenses, and document the time you spend on development. Makes everything much smoother come tax season.

When I got my confirmation required letter, it was because someone had attempted to file a return using my name and SSN, but the IRS caught it as suspicious. This identity verification process is how they confirmed I wasn't the one who filed that return. You might want to check your credit reports and put a freeze on them just in case.

I went through this exact same process last year and can confirm it's legitimate - the IRS has really ramped up these identity verification letters due to increased fraud attempts. A few key things that helped me: First, definitely verify the phone number independently through irs.gov as others mentioned. Second, have your complete tax return, prior year return, and a government-issued ID ready when you call. They asked me about specific line items from my current return, my previous address, filing status, and exact refund amount. The whole call took about 25 minutes including hold time. The agent was professional and explained that my return had been flagged for routine verification - nothing I did wrong. After verification, they released my refund processing within 2-3 business days. One tip: call early in the morning (right when they open) for shorter wait times. And don't worry too much - this is becoming pretty standard procedure to protect taxpayers from identity theft.