Has anyone successfully e-filed with a Form 3115 attachment using TurboTax? I'm getting conflicting info about whether it's possible or if you have to paper file the entire return when using Form 3115.

I went through a similar Form 3115 situation last year for incorrect depreciation on my rental property, and I can confirm you're handling it correctly! The key things that tripped me up initially were the timing and making sure all the pieces fit together properly. Your approach of adding the overclaimed depreciation as miscellaneous expenses is spot on - that's your Section 481(a) adjustment. And yes, overriding TurboTax's depreciation calculation is necessary since you need to use the correct basis going forward. One thing to double-check: make sure your Form 3115 statement clearly shows the calculation of how you arrived at the adjustment amount. The IRS wants to see the math - like original purchase price vs. what was used for depreciation, years affected, and the total overclaimed amount. The $65 refund reduction sounds reasonable for a depreciation correction. That's essentially the tax impact of "catching up" the excess depreciation you claimed in previous years. For the filing process, you're correct about mailing Form 8453 and the 3115 copy with your e-filed return, plus sending the original 3115 to Covington. Just make sure to send the Covington copy no later than when you e-file - I sent mine certified mail the same day I e-filed for peace of mind. The good news is once this is filed, your depreciation will be on the right track going forward. It's always better to correct these things proactively rather than having the IRS catch it later!

i remember being in the same boat last year. dont worry its deffo happening

Congratulations on getting your 846 code! I can totally understand the anxiety after waiting so long. Everyone here is right - once that 846 appears with your deposit date, it's essentially locked in. The IRS has already processed everything and allocated your refund. The only thing that could affect it at this point would be if you have outstanding debts that could result in an offset, but even then the date itself stays the same. You should see your money hit your account on or slightly before the date shown. Try to relax and enjoy knowing your wait is almost over! 🎉

Another option is to speak with your state's Department of Labor. In many states, repeatedly failing to properly withhold required taxes can actually be considered a wage violation. I had a similar issue and filing a complaint with the DOL lit a fire under my employer's feet! Just make sure you have documentation showing you've made multiple attempts to get them to correct the issue. Most states have online complaint forms that are pretty straightforward.

Just curious - what states are involved here? Some states have reciprocity agreements that might make this less of an issue, while others are super aggressive about taxing remote workers. I had a nightmare situation with NY and CT taxes a couple years ago.

Have you tried calling the IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service? On March 12th, I had a similar situation with a 570 code and was facing a time-sensitive financial deadline. I reached out to TAS on March 15th, explained my hardship situation (which educational expenses can qualify for), and they were able to expedite the review of my account. By March 22nd, my transcript updated with a release code. It's worth a shot if your tuition deadline is truly imminent and you can demonstrate financial hardship.

I completely understand your frustration with the timing - having a tuition deadline looming while waiting for a 570 code to resolve is incredibly stressful. Based on what I've seen in this community, cycle 05 codes do typically update on Fridays, but here's what you should know: the 570 code with a date from last Friday likely means that's when the hold was placed, not when it will be resolved. Most 570 holds resolve within 2-3 weeks, so you're still well within the normal timeframe. While you're waiting, I'd recommend checking if your school offers any grace period for tuition payments or emergency financial aid options. Also, look for any 971 code on your transcript - if it's there, a letter is coming that will explain exactly what the IRS needs from you. Stay strong, and try not to check more than once a day to preserve your sanity!

Anyone know if TurboTax can handle amending a return that was already filed through them? Or do I need to go to a tax professional if I'm in this situation?

I went through this exact same situation last year! The IND-452 rejection code is definitely because you're trying to file a second return for the same tax year. What worked for me was filing an amended return (Form 1040-X) that combined everything - my W-2 income plus my side business income on Schedule C. One thing I learned the hard way is to wait until your original return is fully processed before filing the amendment. I tried to rush it and had to resubmit because the IRS system couldn't find my original return yet. Also, if your side business income pushes you into owing more taxes, pay it ASAP to avoid interest charges piling up from the original due date. The whole process was way less scary than I thought it would be - TurboTax walked me through the amendment step by step and even caught some business deductions I had missed. Just remember that next year you'll want to file everything together from the start to avoid this headache!