Has anyone tried just mailing in their return when this happens? I'm having the same problem but don't want to deal with the IRS phone system at all. What's the typical processing time for paper returns these days?

I went through this exact same nightmare last year with my 3-year-old daughter. After multiple rejected e-files and hours wasted on hold, I discovered the issue was that someone had incorrectly used her SSN on their return the previous year (turned out to be a data entry error at a tax prep chain). Here's what finally worked: I called the IRS Identity Protection line at 800-908-4490 early in the morning (around 7:15 AM EST) and actually got through in about 20 minutes. The agent was able to see the duplicate SSN usage in their system and issued a temporary IP PIN over the phone that was valid for 30 days. The key is having all your documentation ready - your previous year's tax return, your child's Social Security card, birth certificate, and the rejection notice from your tax software. They'll verify your identity as the parent and can resolve it in one call. If you absolutely can't get through by phone, you can also submit Form 15227 (Application for an Identity Protection PIN) by fax to 855-807-5720, but that takes 2-3 weeks to process. The phone route is definitely faster if you can get connected. Don't give up on e-filing - mailing returns is taking 3-4 months right now and you'll be waiting forever for your refund!

Anybody know if calling the IRS helps speed things up? Been on hold for 2 hours already today

The 570 code can be really frustrating, but try not to panic yet. Since your transcript shows everything filed correctly on March 20th with no penalties or interest accruing, that's actually a good sign. The IRS is probably just doing routine verification - maybe checking your dependents since you claimed 4 exemptions as Head of Household, or matching up your W-2s. A few things that might help while you wait: - Keep checking your transcript weekly for any updates - Watch your mail for any CP05 or other notices (they usually send something within 30 days if they need info from you) - The "Where's My Refund" tool might give you more specific timeline info Most 570 holds get resolved within 4-6 weeks, especially when there's no underlying issue like yours appears to be. Since you're only about 10 days in, you're still well within the normal processing window. Hang in there! 🤞

theres a secret number to call the IRS that actually works. i got through in 15 minutes. call 800-829-0582 and use extension 652. you're welcome.

I'm going through the exact same thing! Filed January 30th, got accepted same day, and now I've got a 570 code with a March processing date. It's so stressful when you're counting on that money. From what I've been reading here, it sounds like the dates on the transcript don't really mean much - they're just administrative placeholders. The good news is that most people seem to be getting their refunds resolved within 3-4 weeks even with the 570 code. I'm trying to stop checking my transcript daily because it's driving me crazy, but it's so hard! Hang in there - sounds like we're both in the same boat and just have to wait it out.

A tip for the original poster - when you file your amended return, include a brief, clear explanation of why you're amending. Also attach a copy of the IRS notice you received. This helps the IRS process your amendment faster and connect it to the open issue in their system.

One important thing to add - when you file your amended return, make sure to check the "Amended Return" box on Form 1040X and clearly indicate which tax year you're amending. Since you're adding Schedule C and SE, your tax liability will likely increase due to the self-employment tax (around 15.3% on your net self-employment income). However, don't panic about the amount! You can often set up a payment plan with the IRS if you can't pay the full amount immediately. The key is responding to their notice within the 30-day timeframe they gave you. Even if you can't complete everything perfectly, at least contact them to show you're working on it. Also, for future reference, any time you receive a 1099-NEC (or 1099-MISC for non-employee compensation), you'll need to file Schedule C and SE. Most tax software should prompt you for this, but it's good to know for next year's filing.

Random question - does the IRS withholding calculator handle state taxes too? Or do we need to figure that out separately? I'm trying to use TurboTax's W-4 calculator but it seems to give different results than the IRS one.

I went through this exact same frustration last year! The key thing to understand is that the IRS calculator is designed to get you into the "safe harbor" range to avoid penalties, not necessarily to zero out your tax liability. Here's what I learned: The calculator factors in your year-to-date withholding and tries to project what you'll need for the remainder of the year based on your current withholding patterns. But if you've been consistently underwithholding all year, the suggested adjustment won't necessarily cover the full shortfall. If you want to avoid owing anything come tax time, I'd recommend taking that $2,700 projected shortfall, dividing it by your remaining pay periods, and adding that amount as extra withholding on line 4(c) of your W-4. You might end up with a small refund, but at least you won't have to worry about writing a check to the IRS next April. The math should be: ($2,700 ÷ remaining pay periods) + whatever the calculator already suggested = your total additional withholding per paycheck.