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Whatever you do, DON'T agree to let them send another check without cancelling the first one. My friend did that and ended up with two checks and a huge headache trying to return one. Make sure they put a stop on the original check first!
Oh wow, I wouldn't have thought of that. Thanks for the heads up!
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Plot twist: what if the reason you haven't gotten any letters is because they lost your return? 😱 Happened to my cousin last year!
omg don't even joke about that 😭 now i'm gonna be paranoid
Actually, this isn't as uncommon as you'd think. Always keep copies of EVERYTHING you send to the IRS, just in case.
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Have you checked your transcript online? Sometimes they update that before sending out notices. Might give you some info on whats going on with your check
I didn't even know that was an option. How do I access my transcript?
Go to the IRS website and look for 'Get Transcript Online'. You'll need to create an account if you haven't already. It can be a bit of a process but its worth it
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Okay, so here's what I've learned after dealing with this for the past few weeks: • If you e-filed, give it at least 21 days before panicking. For paper returns, it's more like 6-8 weeks. • Check the 'Where's My Refund' tool, but don't rely on it entirely. It doesn't always update in real-time. • Look at your tax transcript online. It often has more detailed info than the refund tool. • If you claimed certain credits (like Earned Income Tax Credit), your refund might be held for additional review. • If it's been longer than the standard processing time, you can try calling, but be prepared for long waits. • Sometimes, no news is good news. As long as you don't get a letter saying there's a problem, your return is probably just in the queue. Hang in there, everyone! The system is frustrating, but most people get their refunds eventually.
Wait, what's a tax transcript and how is it different from the 'Where's My Refund' tool?
A tax transcript is basically a summary of your tax return info as it appears in the IRS system. It shows things like your reported income, tax payments, and any IRS actions on your account. It's more detailed than the refund tool and can sometimes give you clues about what's happening with your return.
Salim Nasir
Has anyone tried reaching out to their local congressman's office? Sometimes they can help push things along with federal agencies.
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Katherine Shultz
•I hadn't even thought of that! Great idea, I'll look into it. Thanks!
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Hazel Garcia
ugh im so done with this. been waiting 2 months now. thinking of just showing up at their office and refusing to leave until someone helps me lol
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Laila Fury
•Careful with that approach, buddy. Don't wanna end up in cuffs over a refund! 😬
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Hazel Garcia
•yeah you're probably right. just so frustrated ya know? feels like were all just screaming into the void here
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