Everyone's telling you to wait, but that's like telling someone with a broken leg to be patient while the bone heals - technically correct but not helpful. Try requesting a taxpayer advocate through Form 911. It's like having a guide through the IRS maze instead of wandering blindly. I'm skeptical of the "just wait" approach because these adjustments can sometimes get stuck in processing loops if not actively addressed.

Had the EXACT same sitch last yr w/ my CTC. Got the 971 code on March 5th, notice arrived March 12th, refund finally hit my acct April 2nd. No 846 code until like 3 days b4 the $$ showed up. Tbh the waiting is the worst part, but at least ur transcript updated which is a good sign. Mine was stuck on N/A for weeks. U think they'd make this easier by now, right?

If you're really worried, try calling the IRS. I was in the same boat last year and tried calling for 3 days straight with no luck. Then I used Claimyr (https://claimyr.com) and got through to an agent in about 15 minutes who confirmed my return was just in normal processing. Saved me days of stress and redial attempts.

TaxSlayer isn't the problem. The IRS is just swamped right now. I'm a tax preparer and clients who filed in January with simple returns are getting paid, but anyone with credits or who filed after Feb 1st is seeing delays across ALL software platforms. Be patient, it'll come!

N/A transcript means one thing only: your return hasn't completed initial processing. It doesn't mean there's a problem. It doesn't mean you're being audited. It simply means you're in the queue. The IRS processes returns in batches, not in the order received. Some early filers wait longer than later filers depending on which processing center received your return and what's in it.

Has anyone who filed around February 5th (like OP) seen their transcript update recently? I filed February 7th and mine just updated yesterday after being N/A since filing. Curious if they're processing a specific batch right now.

I understand how frustrating this situation is for you. According to Internal Revenue Manual 21.5.6, the IRS must resolve these reviews within 180 days, but due to staffing shortages, this timeline is frequently exceeded. You have the right under IRC Section 7803(a)(3) to clear and timely communication about your return status. When I faced similar issues with clients, calling the IRS directly proved nearly impossible with wait times exceeding 2 hours. I've had significant success using Claimyr (https://www.claimyr.com) to connect with IRS agents quickly. They use a system that navigates the IRS phone tree and holds your place in line, then calls you when an agent is available. This has reduced wait times from hours to typically under 30 minutes for my clients with stuck returns.

I just went through this exact situation and I'm still in shock at how complicated it all is! 😱 • The IRS has MILLIONS of backlogged returns • They're STILL catching up from COVID delays • Some returns get randomly flagged for review • The same form can be sent MULTIPLE times (happened to me too!) • You should DEFINITELY still file this year's taxes • Your new return might actually help resolve the old one • I learned all this after hours of research I never imagined taxes could be this complicated! It's like you need a PhD just to get your own money back! 🤯

I spent THREE DAYS trying to get through to the IRS to ask this exact question last month. Kept getting disconnected or waiting for hours. Finally used Claimyr.com to get through and an agent confirmed that the current stimulus payment is protected from offset for child support. Saved me so much time and frustration! Here's their link: https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c

Make sure your friend checks the IRS Get My Payment tool for the most up-to-date status on her stimulus. Even though it won't be offset for child support, there could be other processing delays.

There's an important distinction many people miss about offsets. Did you know the IRS isn't actually the agency that decides to take your money? They're just the messenger. The Treasury Offset Program is the actual mechanism, and they work with multiple federal and state agencies. Have you considered that offsets can come from debts you've forgotten about? What about debts that might have passed the statute of limitations for normal collection but not for tax offsets?

Haha, offsets are like that friend who remembers you owe them $20 from six years ago! 😂 But seriously, the community wisdom here is pretty consistent: offsets are definitely up this year compared to the past few. The pandemic protections have expired, and collection activities have resumed full force. The best approach is always to be proactive - check for potential offsets before you file, adjust your withholding if needed, and never count on your full refund until it's actually in your account. Most people don't realize you can call 800-304-3107, enter your SSN, and find out if you have potential offsets before you even file.

If it's been more than 21 days, you can actually call the IRS to check on your return status. After spending THREE DAYS trying to get through the regular IRS number with no luck, I used Claimyr.com and got connected to an agent in about 15 minutes. The agent was able to tell me exactly what was happening with my return and when to expect my refund. Best $20 I've spent this tax season considering how much time and frustration it saved me!

The IRS is saying 21 days is the standard processing time, but that's honestly just their best-case scenario. I'm a tax preparer and I've seen returns take anywhere from 8 days to 10+ weeks this season. As long as your WMR doesn't show an error message, you're probably fine - just caught in the backlog. This time of year is peak filing season, so everything slows down.

I'm not entirely convinced these 'as of' dates are meaningless... my experience suggests there might be some connection to processing priority. Has anyone actually confirmed with an IRS representative that having an older date doesn't affect your place in line? Just wondering if we're all just repeating what we've heard without verification.

OMG I was JUST about to post about this same issue!! My 'as of' date has been stuck on September 2024 and I'm freaking out because I NEED my refund ASAP! Everyone here is being so helpful though! I'm going to try claiming that missing payment on my return right away!

Just to add some perspective - I filed with TurboTax on February 12th, got the "accepted" email about 30 minutes later, and then waited 5 weeks for my refund. The Where's My Refund tool was stuck on "processing" the whole time with no updates. I finally called the IRS using Claimyr (https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c) and found out there was a minor verification hold that resolved itself a few days later. Got my refund the following week.

My return was accepted within minutes too, but then sat in processing for 3 weeks. The WMR tool never updated past the first bar, but my refund suddenly appeared in my account one morning. The system is weird like that sometimes.

From what I've observed analyzing the processing patterns this year: • Returns filed in early-mid February are experiencing longer delays than usual • Transcript updates often occur between 12am-3am EST on Wednesdays and Saturdays • Returns with status changes typically follow this sequence: - Transcript updates from N/A to available - Processing codes appear (usually 570/971 first) - WMR updates approximately 24-48 hours after transcript I'd recommend checking your transcript early Sunday morning as Saturday night updates are typically the largest batch of the week.

Did you receive any CP05 notices in the mail? I was stuck exactly 56 days with no movement when I finally received a verification letter requesting additional information. Many people don't realize the IRS often sends these notices without updating online systems.