Here's what you need to do immediately: Step 1: File Form 14039 (Identity Theft Affidavit) if you believe your ex filed incorrectly using your information Step 2: Request a Wage and Income Transcript to verify all income reported under your SSN Step 3: Pull your credit report to check for other potential identity issues Step 4: Document your separate living situation with lease agreements, utility bills, etc. I'm so tired of seeing the IRS systems cause these problems. This happens CONSTANTLY with separated couples. The bigger issue here is that if both of you claimed HOH from what the IRS might consider the same household, they'll deny one of you that status. And with him already receiving his refund, guess who they'll likely side with? You need to be proactive here.

I experienced something very similar last year when my divorce was being finalized. The transcript showing MFJ while you filed HOH is typically a system lag where the IRS computers are cross-referencing your current filing against previous years and your ex-spouse's return. The fact that your cycle code is 05 suggests you're in a normal processing cycle, not under examination. However, I'd be concerned about both of you filing HOH. The IRS will flag this if they determine you're still considered the same household. Since he moved to a hotel but you kept the marital residence, you likely have the stronger HOH claim if you're supporting qualifying dependents. Keep documentation of your separation - utility bills, lease agreements, anything showing distinct households. The zeros on your transcript combined with the wrong filing status usually means they're still processing and verifying information. Given that 3 of 4 sections now show 2024 data, you're probably close to completion. I'd give it another week before contacting the IRS directly, unless you discover your ex actually filed MFJ using your information without permission.

Just wanted to chime in as someone who went through a similar situation last year. The advice here about car downpayments not being deductible for personal use is spot on - I learned this the hard way after spending hours trying to figure out how to claim mine! One thing that might help with your ITIN amendment situation: when you mail Form 1040-X, make sure you write "ITIN RENEWAL" clearly at the top of the form. This helps the IRS processing center route it to the right department faster. Also, send it certified mail so you have proof of delivery - amendments can get lost in the mail and you'll want to be able to track it. The 16-20 week processing time mentioned earlier is unfortunately accurate. I'd recommend checking the IRS "Where's My Amended Return" tool online after about 3 weeks to make sure they received it. Good luck with your first year doing taxes yourselves - it gets easier once you understand the basics!

What does "What type of wager" mean on a W-2g??

Has anyone actually found where in TurboTax to adjust the cost basis? I'm having the same issue but can't find where to change it from $0 to what was reported on my W2.

This is such a common problem! I went through the exact same thing last year with employee stock awards. The key thing to remember is that when your employer gives you stock, they're required to report its fair market value as income on your W-2 at the time of grant. So you've already paid income tax on that amount. When you sell the stock later and get a 1099-B, the brokerage often shows $0 cost basis because they don't have access to your employment records. But your actual cost basis should be whatever amount was already taxed as income on your W-2. So in your case, if your pay stub showed $450 in stock compensation that was already taxed, that's your cost basis. You'd only owe capital gains tax on the $150 difference ($600 proceeds - $450 basis). Make sure to adjust this in your tax software or you'll end up paying tax twice on the same $450! Keep good records of when you received the stock and what value was reported as income - you'll need this for future reference.

Called the state revenue office yesterday.They said theyre backed up bc of new fraud prevention measures. expect delays even after your scheduled date tbh

Same boat here! Filed 2/3 and Oregon site says deposit on the 15th. Using Varo and they usually drop deposits 2 days early but nothing yet. Really hoping it hits tomorrow or Tuesday 🤞 The waiting game is brutal when you're counting on that money!

Called my state tax office and they said once it shows issued its basically guaranteed within 5 business days for DD. hope this helps!

I'm in a similar situation - mine shows issued 2/8 and still waiting! From what I've read on here and other forums, it seems like most people get their state refunds 2-4 business days after the issued date for direct deposit. The anxiety is real though, especially when you've been waiting since January. Hang in there!