Just a heads up - the tax year matters more than you might think! I made a mistake with my LLC's tax year and filed some quarterly reports on the wrong schedule. Ended up with penalties that took months to sort out.

Hey there! As someone who's been through the LLC setup process myself, I totally get the confusion about tax years. One thing that might help is to check if you saved any screenshots or emails from when you applied for your EIN online. The IRS system usually shows a confirmation screen with your selections before you submit. Also, if you're planning to keep things simple as a single-member LLC (which it sounds like you are), you're almost certainly on a calendar year basis. The IRS defaults to this for most small LLCs unless you specifically request something different. For future reference, it's worth knowing that if you ever need to change your tax year later, you'd need to file Form 1128, but that's pretty rare for simple LLCs. The calendar year setup actually makes things easier since it aligns with your personal tax return!

Tip from someone who finally got this resolved: if you have a tax professional who prepared your return, they might be able to call the Practitioner Priority Line on your behalf. They have access to a different phone system than we do. My accountant called and got this fixed in one day after I struggled for weeks.

I feel your pain! I went through this same nightmare last year. One thing that really helped me was double-checking that my address was correct in ALL the IRS systems - not just my tax return. Sometimes they have your address from years ago in their identity verification system even if you've been filing with the correct address. You can call and specifically ask them to verify what address they have on file for sending verification letters. Also, if you're still waiting, try calling that identity verification line (800-830-5084) super early in the morning like 7am EST - I finally got through after weeks of trying at random times. The agent was actually able to verify me over the phone using previous tax return info instead of waiting for another letter. Don't give up!

I've been a tax preparer for over 10 years and see this issue frequently with H&R Block clients. While their software is solid, their status update system is notoriously slower than competitors like TurboTax or FreeTaxUSA. A week is longer than ideal, but not unheard of during peak filing season. Here's what's likely happening: H&R Block batches their electronic transmissions to manage server load, so there can be a 2-4 day gap between when you "complete" your return and when it's actually sent to the IRS. Then factor in IRS processing time and their system update delays. My advice: 1) Check your email spam folder immediately - I've seen countless acceptance notifications filtered there, 2) Log into your H&R Block account and look for any rejection codes or error messages, 3) Call and ask for the exact transmission date to the IRS, and 4) Create an IRS.gov account to check your transcript directly. Don't panic about the deadline - you're covered since you filed before April 15th. The IRS considers your return filed on submission date, not acceptance date.

I'm experiencing the exact same issue right now! Filed with H&R Block 6 days ago and still showing as pending, which is driving me crazy since I used TurboTax for years and always got acceptance within 24-48 hours. Reading through all these responses has been incredibly helpful though - I had no idea about H&R Block's batch transmission process or how much slower their status updates are compared to other services. I'm definitely going to follow the step-by-step advice everyone's shared: check spam folder first, log into my H&R Block account for hidden error messages, call to ask about actual transmission date vs. filing date, and create an IRS.gov account to check my transcript directly. It's such a relief to hear from multiple people and even a tax professional that this delay seems to be unfortunately normal for H&R Block, even if it's frustrating for those of us coming from faster services. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - this thread has been a lifesaver for my anxiety about missing the deadline!

I completely understand your frustration! The 810 freeze code without verification requirements is actually more common than you'd think, especially during peak filing season. The IRS uses automated systems that flag returns for review based on various algorithms - it could be anything from income patterns to credit claims that don't necessarily indicate fraud or errors. Since you're leaving the country soon, I'd strongly recommend a couple of things: First, make sure your direct deposit information will remain valid after you move (some banks close accounts for non-residents). Second, consider setting up IRS online account access if you haven't already - this way you can monitor any changes or notices even from abroad. Finally, if possible, designate a trusted person in the US who can handle any unexpected mail. The good news is that most 810 freezes resolve automatically within 2-3 weeks. Given that you filed on 2/12, you should see movement soon. Try to resist checking multiple times daily - it really doesn't speed up the process and just adds to your stress! 🤞

I can totally relate to your frustration, Emma! The 810 freeze without verification is actually quite common this time of year - the IRS uses automated screening that can flag returns for various reasons that don't necessarily require action from you. Given your international move timeline, here's what I'd prioritize: First, definitely set up your IRS online account at irs.gov if you haven't already - this will be crucial for monitoring things from abroad. Second, consider calling your bank to confirm they won't close your account when you move internationally (some do, others just require notification). Third, file Form 8822 to change your address before you leave, and maybe set up mail forwarding just in case. The timing should actually work in your favor! Most 810 freezes I've seen resolve within 14-21 days, and since you filed on 2/12, you're right in that window. I know the daily checking is tempting (been there!), but try to limit it to maybe once a week to preserve your sanity. One last thought - if you can swing it financially, maybe prepare for the possibility that the refund might come a week or two after your move. Having that backup plan might reduce some of the stress while you wait for the system to do its thing. You've got this! 💪

No update for me yet (cycle 05) but last year my refund came exactly 16 weeks after filing. Currently on week 14, so trying to stay patient. The IRS moves in mysterious ways lol

I'm cycle 05 too and in the exact same boat - filed in early April and still just sitting with that dreaded 570 code from May with no movement whatsoever. It's so frustrating watching other people get their refunds while we're stuck in limbo! I've been obsessively checking my transcript every morning hoping for literally ANY change. The waiting is driving me crazy, especially since I really need that refund money right now. Hopefully we'll all see some movement soon! 🤞