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This refund situation is like watching water boil - the more you stare, the longer it takes. Filed through TurboTax on Feb 1st, got my expected direct deposit date of Feb 22nd, and now it's like my money vanished into the financial Bermuda Triangle. My bank account is as empty as a politician's promise. Anyone else in the same leaky boat? As a contractor, I'm counting on this refund like a farmer counts on rain during a drought season.
Hey tax folks. My return was accepted on January 23rd (first day of filing season) but still don't have a Direct Deposit Date. I've been tracking my transcript every Tuesday and Friday morning like clockwork. Got the 570 code on 2/16, then 971 on 2/23, but nothing since. Anyone else who filed on opening day still waiting? I need this refund to cover some gig expenses - my car needs repairs so I can keep driving for Uber. I triple-checked everything before filing to make sure there were no errors. Path Act doesn't apply to me since I don't have dependents. Any data points from other early filers?
This is SO FRUSTRATING!!! I'm in the exact same boat and I need my money NOW! Filed January 23rd the minute the system opened, accepted same day, and I'm still waiting with the same codes you have! I've planned everything around getting this refund by mid-February and now I'm having to put car repairs on credit cards! I've called the IRS 14 times and can't get through to anyone! I'm checking my transcript every single morning at 6am hoping to see that beautiful 846 code!
I'm dealing with an 810 code on my transcript and had to go through ID verification. Has anyone else been through this process and received a DDD (Direct Deposit Date) afterward? If so, how long did your transcript take to update after completing verification? I keep checking my transcript daily but still nothing new. Working remotely makes this extra stressful since I'm counting on this refund for some equipment upgrades.
I think I might have some helpful information about this... I had an 810 code this filing season and verified through ID.me on March 2nd. My transcript didn't update for about 12 days, then suddenly showed a 971 notice issued. Four days after that, I received code 846 with a DDD. So approximately 16 days total from verification to having a deposit date. From what I understand, there's generally a 9-21 day window for processing after verification, but it can sometimes be faster or slower depending on your specific tax situation and whether there are any other issues they need to review.
OMG this whole process is INSANE!! ๐ก I had no idea what I was getting into with this 810 code! I verified my identity last week and I'm STILL waiting for any updates. My rent is due next week and I'm freaking out! Has anyone tried calling the Taxpayer Advocate Service instead? I heard they can sometimes push things through faster if you have a hardship situation? I'm seriously considering that route because this wait is unbearable!
seriously, what is going on ๐ filed and accepted 2/5/2024 verification completed 2/14 wmr updated from STILL processing to is being processed transcripts still NA for top 2 boxes ๐คฆ๐พโโ๏ธ people who filed AFTER me are doing verification and updating with dates and everything ๐ฉ I went through this last year with a medical expense deduction and things moved faster than this. I'm trying not to be impatient but come on IRS... this is ridiculous.
I was in the EXACT same situation on February 18th. Filed on 2/2, verified on 2/11, and my WMR changed just like yours. My transcripts finally updated on March 2nd and I got my refund on March 5th. The system IS working, it's just painfully slow this year. And yes, people who filed after me got their refunds first too, which was super frustrating. Just hang in there - based on my timeline, you should see movement very soon.
I've been tracking my tax return processing for the last three years, and I've noticed some patterns that might help explain what's happening: 1. First, check if you claimed any credits (EIC, CTC, etc.) as these automatically add 2-3 weeks 2. Next, look at your filing method - did you use a tax preparer or DIY software? 3. Then consider if you had any unusual deductions or income sources 4. Finally, did you opt for direct deposit or paper check? In my experience, the simplest returns with no credits, standard deduction, W-2 income only, and direct deposit get processed first regardless of filing date. It's not fair, but it seems to be how their system prioritizes workload.
Can someone please help? I verified online on March 22nd and it passed me. I looked on transcripts yesterday and the verification notification is off my screen. WMR changed yesterday to one bar saying it was being processed, which was progress! But then this morning (March 23rd) I woke up and checked WMR again, and it's now back on 'action required' on the verification screen again. But when I check my transcripts, the notification is still gone. I'm so confused about what's happening with our first joint return since getting married. Really want to understand what's going on!
This appears to be what's known as a CSED synchronization issue (Collection Statute Expiration Date). The WMR tool and the transcript database operate on different update cycles. The IDRS (Integrated Data Retrieval System) that powers your transcript is the primary system of record, while WMR is a secondary customer-facing tool. Did you file with any specific credits like CTC or EITC that might have triggered additional processing?
According to IRM 21.4.1.3 (Internal Revenue Manual), transcript data takes precedence over WMR indicators. I suggest checking your account transcript rather than just the return transcript. The account transcript will show transaction codes that indicate exactly where you are in the process. You might also consider creating an online account at ID.me if you haven't already, as it provides more detailed access to your tax information than the basic transcript request tool.
Jacob Lewis
It might be worth contacting your bank directly to see if they can check for any pending deposits or rejected transactions. Sometimes, particularly with certain financial institutions, they might possibly have received the deposit but placed a temporary hold on it due to various verification requirements. Additionally, you could potentially request that they specifically look for any incoming ACH transfers from the Treasury Department, as these might occasionally be processed differently than regular deposits.
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Amelia Martinez
I just learned something important about this year's refund processing that might help explain your situation: Step 1: The IRS is batching refunds differently this year. Some deposits that would normally go out on Wednesdays are now being processed on Fridays. Step 2: The Treasury Department has implemented new fraud prevention measures that can add 1-3 business days to the processing time after your DDD. Step 3: Many banks don't process incoming government deposits on weekends, so if your DDD was a Thursday or Friday, it might not hit until the following Tuesday or Wednesday. Step 4: If your refund amount was over $10,000, additional verification is automatically triggered, which doesn't show up in the WMR tool but will delay your deposit.
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