3 This happened to me with Etsy and Paypal! If you're using TurboTax, there's a section where you can report both 1099s but then add an adjustment note explaining that they represent the same income. You'll have to pay self-employment tax either way though - welcome to the creator economy lol

I went through this exact same situation last year with my YouTube payments! The key thing to remember is that even though you received two 1099s, you're only taxed on the actual income you earned - not the forms themselves. Here's what worked for me: Report both 1099s on your Schedule C (because the IRS gets copies of both), but then make an adjustment entry to subtract out the duplicate amount. Most tax software has a section for "other income adjustments" where you can add a line like "Duplicate income reported - PayPal/TikTok same payments" and enter the overlapping amount as a negative. The $40 difference between your two forms is probably just timing or fees - I'd go with the higher amount to be safe. Also, since this is self-employment income, don't forget you'll owe self-employment tax on top of regular income tax, but you can also deduct business expenses like equipment, software, internet percentage, etc. Keep good records of everything in case of questions later. The IRS sees this double-reporting issue all the time with creators, so as long as your documentation is clear, you should be fine!

Make sure ur looking at 2024 transcripts not 2023! I spent weeks freaking out b4 I realized I was looking at last years 🤡

Don't stress too much! The 971 code with the same date as your 570 is actually a good sign - it usually means they're just doing a routine review or verification. The 971 is like a notice code that explains why the 570 hold was placed. Most of the time these clear up within 1-2 weeks and then you'll see an 846 code when your refund gets released. Keep checking your transcript every few days and you should see movement soon!

Off topic but this is why I always save my withdrawal confirmations for any classes I drop. Had a similar situation where a community college tried to come after me for a class I DEFINITELY dropped, but I had the email confirmation. Saved me like $700!

I've been through almost the exact same situation! Had a class I thought I withdrew from properly but apparently didn't, got hit with collections, and then stressed about the 1098-T implications. Here's what I learned after talking to both my tax preparer and the IRS directly: Since you never actually attended the class, this payment doesn't qualify for any education tax benefits anyway. The 1098-T is only useful if you're claiming education credits like the American Opportunity Credit or Lifetime Learning Credit, which require you to actually take courses toward a degree or credential. The fact that it went to collections doesn't change the tax situation - you're just paying off a debt for services you didn't receive. Think of it like paying a cancellation fee rather than tuition. No special reporting needed on your tax return. Don't stress about not having the 1098-T form. Even if the college could issue one (which they can't without your SSN), it wouldn't provide any tax benefit in your situation. Keep your payment records for your own files, but this is just a regular bill payment as far as the IRS is concerned. You're not going to get in trouble for not having this form - you simply don't need it!

Don't panic about Tax Topic 151! I got this last year and still got my full refund. The IRS is just doing extra verification. In my case they were double-checking my earned income credit and child tax credit amounts. The worst part is definitely the waiting and lack of clear information. If you can, sign up for informed delivery from USPS so you know when any IRS letters are coming to your mailbox.

I'm going through this exact same situation right now! Got Tax Topic 151 about 3 weeks ago and have been checking Where's My Refund obsessively. The waiting is absolutely killing me. I did manage to get through to the IRS last week (took about 2 hours on hold) and they told me they're reviewing my return because I claimed the Child Tax Credit and they need to verify my dependent information. The agent said it could take another 4-6 weeks but couldn't give me a definitive timeline. What's frustrating is that all my dependent info is correct - same kid I've claimed for years! But apparently they're being extra thorough this year. The agent did say that as long as everything checks out (which it should), I'll get my full refund plus any interest for the delay. Hang in there - from what I'm reading here it sounds like most people do eventually get their money, it just takes way longer than expected. The uncertainty is the worst part!

Could this be from Meta Creator payments or Facebook Gaming? Some people have family members using their personal info to set up accounts. Maybe check with family to see if anyone might have used your SSN to set up a creator account? My nephew used my sister's SSN for his gaming stuff and she got a surprise 1099 last year.

This is a really stressful situation, but you're not alone - incorrect 1099s happen more often than you'd think, especially with large tech companies. Here's what I'd recommend as immediate next steps: 1. **Verify the document is legitimate** - Check that all the Meta corporate information matches their official tax ID number (you can verify this through their SEC filings). 2. **Document everything** - Take photos of the 1099, keep records of all your communication attempts, and start a timeline of events. 3. **Try Meta's business support channels** - Regular customer service won't help with tax documents. Look for their "Business Help Center" or try reaching out through LinkedIn to their corporate tax department. 4. **Contact the IRS proactively** - Don't wait for them to come to you. Call the general taxpayer assistance line at 1-800-829-1040 and explain the situation. They can put notes on your account about the disputed income. 5. **File your taxes on time regardless** - Include only your actual income, but attach a statement explaining the discrepancy and what steps you're taking to resolve it. The key is being proactive and documenting your good faith efforts to resolve this. The IRS is generally understanding when taxpayers make genuine efforts to correct errors, especially when you can show you acted quickly once you discovered the problem. Don't lose sleep over this - it's fixable, just requires some persistence!