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Has anyone else noticed that the 'Where's My Refund' tool is about as useful as a chocolate teapot? š«ā
A chocolate teapot sounds delicious tbh. Can we get those instead of refunds?
I totally feel your frustration! I'm in a similar situation - filed in January and got that dreaded 60-day review letter in March. It's now been way longer than 60 days and I'm still waiting too. The worst part is not knowing WHY they're reviewing it or what they need from me. From what I've learned lurking in forums like this, the IRS is massively backlogged and those 60-day letters are basically just buying them more time. Some people are waiting 6+ months even after getting that letter. It's absolutely ridiculous that we have to wait this long for our own money back! I've been checking the "Where's My Refund" tool obsessively but it just says the same thing every time. At this point I'm considering reaching out to my local congressman's office since I heard they can sometimes help expedite things when the IRS is being unresponsive for this long. Hang in there - hopefully we'll both get some answers soon! š¤
Ugh, I'm so sorry you're going through this too! It's crazy that we're all in the same boat waiting months and months for our own money. I filed in March and got my 60-day letter in May, so I'm right there with you. The lack of communication is the worst part - like, just tell us what the holdup is! I've been thinking about contacting my congressman's office too. Have you found any info on how to do that or what they can actually help with? At this point I'm willing to try anything. This whole system is just broken. Thanks for sharing your experience - it helps to know I'm not alone in this nightmare!
I'm dealing with the exact same thing! Filed in February, got that vague 60-day letter in April, and here we are months later with absolutely nothing. The silence is maddening - like you said, just tell us what's wrong! For contacting your congressman, you can usually find a "Help with Federal Agencies" section on their website where you can submit a case. They have staff specifically for dealing with IRS issues and can sometimes get answers when we can't. You'll need to provide your SSN, copies of your return, and that review letter. I actually just submitted a case with my rep's office last week after seeing so many people here say it helped. Fingers crossed it moves things along! We shouldn't have to jump through all these hoops just to get our own money back. This whole system is absolutely broken. š¤
Called NFCU yesterday and they said they dont even see pending deposits in their system. Once IRS sends it tho it hits quick usually midnight-3am EST
NFCU member here! Filed 2/3 with PATH 05 and just checked my transcript this morning - still showing as received but not processed yet. From what I've seen in other threads, once IRS actually processes PATH 05 returns (should be around Feb 15th), NFCU is one of the faster banks to deposit. Usually see it hit my account within 24-48 hours of the IRS releasing funds. The waiting is brutal but at least we know NFCU won't hold it up on their end!
You can also pay at your local IRS office in person with a check or money order! Just look up "IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center" near you and make an appointment. I did this last year when I had similar online access issues and it was surprisingly easy. Bring your ID and they'll give you a receipt right there.
Do you need an appointment or can you just walk in? The appointment system online shows nothing available for weeks!
You definitely need an appointment - they won't let you in without one. If the online system shows nothing available, try calling the appointment line at 844-545-5640. Sometimes they have slots that aren't showing online. They also release new appointment times at midnight, so check right after midnight for next-day appointments that might open up. I had to do this and managed to get an appointment for the following week when the website showed nothing available.
Does anyone know if paying late affects your future ability to e-file? I missed my estimated payment last year and had to mail my tax return this year because the e-file system kept rejecting me!
Late estimated payments shouldn't affect your ability to e-file. I've missed plenty of quarterly payments (oops) and still e-file every year. You probably had a rejection for a different reason - maybe a mismatch with your AGI from the previous year or something else in your return.
I finance everything for my HVAC business and always take the full deduction in year 1. Just make sure you're actually using the bike primarily for business. If you're audited, the IRS will want to see evidence that it wasn't mainly for personal use. I keep a simple log on my phone with client visits, addresses, and whether I used my truck or my bike to get there. Also - if you're making good money, look into setting up a Solo 401k. That's been WAY more valuable for reducing my tax bill than any equipment deduction.
Totally agree on the Solo 401k! I started one last year and was able to contribute almost $20k as both the "employer" and "employee" - saved me thousands in taxes and it's actually saving for my future unlike expense deductions.
One thing I haven't seen mentioned yet - make sure you understand the recapture rules if you ever sell the bike or stop using it for business before it's fully depreciated. If you take the full Section 179 deduction now but then sell the bike in a couple years, you might have to "recapture" some of that deduction as ordinary income. Also, since you mentioned your business is booming, consider whether you'll hit the Section 179 phase-out limits. For 2023, the deduction starts phasing out if you purchase more than $2.89 million in qualifying property (which probably doesn't apply to you, but good to know). The financing vs. cash question really doesn't matter - what matters is when you put it in service for your business. Keep detailed records of your business routes and maybe take some photos of the bike loaded with your pet care supplies to help document the business use!
Javier Cruz
pro tip: if id.me fails try early morning or late night. servers less busy
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Emma Wilson
ā¢This! Got mine at 5am no problm
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CosmicCruiser
If you're still having trouble with ID.me verification, try calling the IRS transcript line at 800-908-9946 instead. Yes it takes 5-10 business days by mail but at least you'll have a definite timeline. I was in a similar crunch for my mortgage and ended up going this route when the online kept failing. Make sure you have your SSN, DOB, and prior year AGI ready when you call. They can also sometimes expedite if you explain it's for a mortgage closing.
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Landon Flounder
ā¢This is really helpful advice! I didn't know they could expedite for mortgage closings. How long did the expedited process take for you? Also wondering if there's any extra fee for expediting or if you just have to ask nicely when you call?
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