Has anyone used TurboTax for this situation? I'm in the same boat with 2 W-2s from same employer but different amounts. Wondering if their software handles it ok before I pay for it.

I just went through this exact same situation! Had two W-2s from my employer after they switched payroll companies mid-year. The key thing is to definitely enter both W-2s separately in your tax software - don't try to combine them yourself. Most tax software (including the free versions) will handle this just fine. When you're entering your W-2 information, look for an "Add another W-2" button after you complete the first one. The software might ask if you're sure about having the same employer twice, but that's totally normal. Also, like others mentioned, double-check that the combined totals match your final paystub for the year. I caught a small error this way and had to get a corrected W-2c from HR, but it was worth it to make sure everything was accurate. The IRS gets copies of both your W-2s, so they're expecting to see both reported on your return.

Compared to other verification situations I've seen, yours seems to be moving along the standard path. When verification happens on weekends versus weekdays, there's typically a slight difference in processing speed - weekend verifications often take about 1-2 days longer than weekday ones because the actual processing doesn't begin until Monday. Also, if you're comparing your timeline to pre-2023 experiences, keep in mind that the current IRS systems have been updated and generally process verified returns about 20% faster than in previous years, assuming all other factors are equal.

I went through this exact same process about 3 weeks ago and can share my timeline. I verified my identity on a Tuesday evening, called to confirm the next day, and the verification notice disappeared from my account within 24 hours. My direct deposit hit my bank account exactly 11 days later on a Saturday morning. One thing I noticed is that my transcript updated with a 846 refund issued code about 2 days before the actual deposit appeared in my account. So if you're checking your transcript regularly (which you can do on the IRS website), that code will give you a heads up that your deposit is coming soon. The waiting is definitely nerve-wracking, but based on what I'm seeing from others this season, your timeline sounds very normal.

Is anyone else frustrated that the IRS makes this stuff so confusing? Like why can't they just add a specific payment reason option for "penalty payment" or "CP30 payment" instead of making us guess? And their website looks like it was built in 2003.

I had the exact same issue with my CP30 notice last month! The "Notice" option is definitely correct - I called the IRS to confirm (after waiting 3 hours on hold) and they specifically told me to select "Notice" then enter "CP30" in the notice number field. One thing to watch out for: make sure you're entering the exact penalty amount shown on your CP30, not your total tax owed. The penalty amount should be clearly listed in a box on the notice. I almost made the mistake of paying my entire tax balance instead of just the penalty portion. Also, if you're planning to make estimated tax payments going forward to avoid this penalty next year, you can set those up through the same IRS Direct Pay system using the "Estimated Tax" option. Just make sure to keep your CP30 payment separate from any regular estimated payments.

Has anyone tried TurboTax for this? I'm in the exact same situation (moved from Illinois to Georgia in August) and wondering if it handles multiple home offices better than the free options. Willing to pay if it actually works correctly.

I actually went through this exact situation two years ago when I moved from Pennsylvania to North Carolina mid-year. Here's what I learned from my CPA: you definitely want to keep detailed records of both offices including photos, measurements, and receipts for any office-related expenses. One thing that wasn't mentioned yet - make sure you're tracking the move itself too. Some of your moving expenses might be deductible as business expenses if you're self-employed, especially if the move was primarily for business reasons. This includes things like temporary storage if you had a gap between homes that affected your ability to work. Also, don't forget about depreciation if you own either of the homes. The home office deduction can include depreciation on the business portion of your home, but you'll need to calculate it separately for each property based on the time periods you used each office. This gets complex with mid-year moves, so definitely document everything thoroughly. The key is consistency in your method and rock-solid documentation. The IRS cares more about proper substantiation than they do about which calculation method you choose.

22 One thing to consider - you might want to file Form W-8BEN with Robinhood again to make absolutely sure they have your non-resident alien status on file for next year. Sometimes these issues happen because the brokerage doesn't have the correct tax classification in their system.

13 Have you considered filing for an extension? Form 4868 would give you until October 15 to file, which might give you more time to sort this out with Robinhood.