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whatever you do, DON'T ignore the letter. I made that mistake and it took months to sort out. Just bite the bullet and deal with it asap
I had to go through this last year. It's annoying but not as bad as it seems. Just be patient and polite with the IRS folks, they're just doing their job. You'll get through it!
That's reassuring, thanks! Did you have to provide any specific documents during the call?
pro tip: keep a detailed log of all your calls, who you talked to, and what they said. It'll save you a ton of headaches later if you need to follow up or if theres any discrepancies
That's a great idea, thanks! I'll start doing that right away.
ugh im in the same boat. been dealing with this for 2 months now. feels like im just spinning my wheels π«
This timing difference is completely normal and expected. Here's what's happening: The IRS has invested heavily in modernizing their electronic filing systems in recent years, allowing for rapid initial validation of returns. Their "acceptance" status means your return has passed basic validation checks. State tax agencies like Illinois typically have: 1. Smaller budgets for processing infrastructure 2. Different validation requirements 3. Integration with various state-specific programs and credits For your Illinois return, the standard processing time for e-filed returns is 4-6 weeks, though many are processed faster. You can check your refund status directly through the Illinois Department of Revenue's "Where's My Refund" tool on their website. Regarding FreeTaxUSA vs. TurboTax - both transmit your returns to the same government systems, so the software choice doesn't affect processing times. The status updates in FreeTaxUSA are pulled from the same government APIs, so they're as reliable as any other tax software.
Thanks, appreciate the support! We'll get through this πͺ
Has anyone had luck negotiating the amount owed? I've heard mixed things about offer in compromise.
I tried that route. It's a long process and they scrutinize EVERYTHING. Unless you're in dire financial straits, it's usually not worth it imho
Andre Rousseau
lol welcome to tax season hell. grab a seat, we've got snacks and tissues πΏπ
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Zoe Stavros
β’Don't forget the booze πΊπ·
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Jamal Harris
Have you checked your transcript online? Sometimes you can see more info there before you get the actual notice in the mail.
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Jamal Harris
β’Go to the IRS website and look for 'Get Transcript Online'. You'll need to create an account if you haven't already. It shows a lot of useful info!
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Anastasia Kozlov
β’Awesome, thanks! I'll check it out right now.
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