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Quick question - I'm using FreeTaxUSA for my current taxes. Does anyone know if they support filing prior year returns like 2022? Or do I have to use the IRS forms directly?
Most tax software companies (including FreeTaxUSA) offer prior year returns, but you usually have to pay for them separately from current year filing. For 2022 specifically, you can purchase and complete it through their system, but you'll still need to print and mail it - no e-filing for prior years.
Don't beat yourself up about this - tax situations like yours are way more common than you think! The good news is you have plenty of time since you can claim refunds up to 3 years after the original due date. One thing I'd add to the great advice already given: when you're gathering your documents for the 2022 paper filing, make sure you have ALL your tax documents from that year (W-2s, 1099s, etc.) because the IRS will need to match everything up manually. Also, double-check that you're claiming all the deductions and credits you're entitled to - sometimes people miss things like the Earned Income Tax Credit or education credits that could make your refund even larger. The paper filing process is definitely slower, but $3800 is worth the wait and effort. Make copies of everything before you mail it, and definitely use certified mail with tracking like others suggested. You've got this!
This is such reassuring advice! I'm actually in a similar situation with my 2022 taxes - I was so overwhelmed by the whole process that I just avoided it completely. Reading all these responses gives me hope that I can still fix this mess. One question though - when you mention making sure to claim all deductions and credits, how do I know what I'm eligible for? I'm worried I might miss something important or accidentally claim something I shouldn't. Is there a good resource for figuring out what applies to my specific situation from 2022? Also, has anyone here actually gotten their refund from a late-filed paper return? I'm curious about real experiences with how long it actually took.
bruh the IRS be playing games fr. they take our money instantly but make us wait forever to get it back š
facts š they quick with that tax due date tho
Been through this exact same situation! The 11/08 date is definitely when they mail it out, not when you'll receive it. I'd expect it to arrive anywhere between 11/13-11/17 depending on your location. Also keep in mind that if there are any postal holidays during that time it might add an extra day or two. The wait is brutal but you're almost there!
All these codes are confusing af but 806 is actually one of the good ones. Shows your withholding credit from your job. Dont stress about this one fam
Code 806 is definitely nothing to worry about! It's actually a positive thing on your transcript - it represents the federal income tax that was withheld from your paychecks throughout the year. Basically, it's the IRS acknowledging that your employer already sent them money on your behalf. You should see this amount match what's in Box 2 (Federal income tax withheld) on your W-2. So yeah, it's good news - means you've been paying your taxes all year long through payroll deduction!
Code 806 is definitely a good sign! It means the IRS has your withholding info from your W-2s. I was in the same boat last year - first time checking transcripts and felt like I needed a decoder ring š The key is looking at all your codes together, not just individual ones. 806 by itself just shows your tax withholdings, but you'll want to look for things like 150 (tax return filed) and 846 (refund issued) to get the full picture of where your refund stands.
Dylan Cooper
A detailed analysis of your transcript would help identify any issues. After dealing with hundreds of similar cases, I've found that using taxr.ai is incredibly helpful. It uses AI to analyze your transcript and gives you specific dates, identifies holds, and explains exactly what's happening. Much more reliable than guessing or waiting on hold with the IRS for hours.
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Andre Moreau
ā¢just checked it out, finally makes sense why im delayed. worth the dollar fs
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Aisha Abdullah
I feel your pain! Filed in early March and still stuck in processing hell too. The IRS phone lines are absolutely useless - spent 3 hours on hold yesterday just to get disconnected. At this point I'm wondering if they're even working on 2023 returns or just focusing on 2024. Has anyone actually gotten through to a real person recently who could give useful info?
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