If your company uses ADP for payroll, you can actually set up your own city tax withholding through their self-service portal! My employer didn't do city withholding either, but I found this workaround. Just go to the tax withholding section and you can add additional withholdings. It's been saving me so much hassle.

I'm dealing with something similar right now! My employer also doesn't withhold city taxes and I've been scrambling to figure out what to do. Thanks for asking this question because the responses here are super helpful. One thing I discovered that might help you - check if your city has an online payment portal. Mine does and I was able to set up a profile there to make my quarterly payments directly. They even send email reminders before each deadline which is nice since I'm terrible at remembering dates. Also, if you're really worried about penalties, you could always overpay slightly on your first quarter just to be safe. Better to get a small refund than owe money with penalties. I calculated mine based on my full annual salary even though I only started partway through the year, just to make sure I'm covered. The whole situation is stressful but it sounds like you're on the right track by addressing it now rather than waiting until tax season!

I just went through this exact same situation! Had expired stimulus checks for my whole family that sat in a drawer for over two years. Here's what worked for me: First, don't panic - the money is still yours even though the checks expired. I called the IRS at 800-919-9835 (as mentioned above) but also had success with their main customer service line at 800-829-1040. The key is calling early in the morning, around 7-8 AM when they open. When I finally got through, the agent was super helpful. They were able to see all my original stimulus payments in their system and confirmed the checks were never cashed. They initiated a "payment trace" on the spot and told me new checks would be mailed within 6-8 weeks. One thing I learned: if you're dealing with multiple family members like you are, make sure you have everyone's Social Security numbers ready. They'll need to verify each person's eligibility and payment amounts individually. The total process took about 7 weeks for me, and I received all replacement checks as regular Treasury checks (not the original EIP format). Definitely worth the effort - don't give up on that $8,400!

I've been following this thread with great interest since I'm dealing with a similar situation. Just wanted to add a few additional points that might help others: If you're having trouble getting through to the IRS by phone, you can also file Form 3911 by mail, but make sure to send it certified mail so you have proof of delivery. The form is available on the IRS website and specifically has a section for requesting payment traces on uncashed checks. One thing I learned from my tax preparer is that you should also check your IRS account online at irs.gov. Sometimes the system will show the status of your stimulus payments, including whether they were issued and never cashed. This can give you helpful information before you call. For anyone dealing with this situation, don't worry about how long it's been - the IRS has stated that they will honor expired stimulus checks indefinitely since these were federal benefit payments, not regular tax refunds with expiration dates. Also, keep in mind that if you end up filing your 2024 tax return before getting replacement checks, you might want to consult a tax professional about claiming the Recovery Rebate Credit as a backup option. This could potentially get you the money faster through your tax refund rather than waiting for replacement checks. @Kai Rivera - with $8,400 on the line, it's definitely worth pursuing multiple approaches if the first one doesn't work quickly. Good luck!

Based on your timeline and the status change pattern, this is definitely encouraging news! The shift from "Still Processing" to "Received and Being Processed" after verification typically means the IRS has cleared the identity verification hold and your return is moving through normal processing channels again. Given that you completed verification 7 days ago and are already seeing this status change, you're likely looking at 1-3 weeks for completion based on current processing times. For your mother's care planning, I'd suggest checking your online account transcript if you haven't already - it will show specific processing codes that can give you a more precise timeline. The fact that your verification only took 18 minutes online is also a good sign that there weren't complications with your documentation.

My wmr have been like this since August 7th after verification it went from still being processed to being processed after verification

I do about 10-12 bank bonuses every year and here's my approach: I report EVERY bonus regardless of whether I get a 1099. I list each one separately on Schedule B. I learned this the hard way after being audited in 2021. The IRS agent specifically looked at my bank statements and found bonuses I hadn't reported (I thought they were non-taxable promotions). Cost me way more in penalties than if I'd just paid the tax initially. Better safe than sorry! Report the income.

The confusion from bank representatives is unfortunately very common. I've dealt with this exact situation multiple times, and the bottom line is that ALL bank account opening bonuses are taxable as interest income, regardless of whether you receive a 1099-INT form. The IRS doesn't care if the bank issues a form or not - you're still legally required to report the income. Banks are only required to issue 1099-INT forms for interest payments of $10 or more, and bonuses of $600 or more, but that doesn't mean smaller amounts aren't taxable. For your $525 Regions bonus, definitely keep it on your tax return. Same with any Wells Fargo bonus you received. Make sure to keep good records - screenshots of the bonus offers, bank statements showing the deposits, and any emails confirming the bonuses. This documentation will be valuable if you're ever questioned about the income. The bank reps giving you incorrect information is a red flag about relying on their tax advice. They're trained on banking products, not tax law. When in doubt, always err on the side of reporting the income to avoid potential penalties later.

The IRS is seriously broken. Why does it take them 84 years to process a simple return smh

This is actually a really good sign! When your transcript goes from showing normal information to this "Information Not Available" message specifically mentioning adjustments, it usually means the IRS is actively working on your account in the final stages. I've seen this pattern countless times - the system basically locks down your account info while they're making the final calculations and preparing to issue your refund. The fact that it's showing at 10:34 and specifically mentions adjustment processing is textbook pre-846 behavior. Keep checking Friday mornings since that's when transcript updates typically post. You're probably looking at getting your DDD (Direct Deposit Date) within the next week or two!