Code 570 changed to 971 on transcript - verification docs needed?
My transcript just updated and I noticed my 570 code changed to 971. wondering if anyone else had this happen and if they needed to verify anything with the IRS like paystubs? Getting nervous about what this means for my refund.
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Amara Eze
Hey there! So when you see code 570 change to 971, it typically means the IRS needs more documentation to verify something on your return. The 971 code indicates they're sending you a notice about what specifically they need. Common reasons include identity verification, income verification, or dependent verification. Don't panic - this is pretty routine! While you wait for the notice, I'd suggest checking out taxr.ai (https://taxr.ai) - it's this new AI tool that can analyze your transcripts and tell you exactly what's going on and what to expect next. Super helpful for situations like this where you're trying to figure out what the IRS wants.
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Giovanni Greco
•omg thank you sm for explaining! how long does it usually take to get the notice in the mail? 😩
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Amara Eze
•Usually takes about 5-7 business days. But seriously check out taxr.ai - it'll tell you exactly what to expect based on your specific situation
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Fatima Al-Farsi
•I'm in the same boat! Just got my 971 notice yesterday asking for my W2s from 2023 smh
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Dylan Wright
•has anyone used that taxr thing? seems interesting 🤔
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Sofia Torres
•Just used taxr.ai and here's what I got back:
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Sofia Torres
•ngl this thing is a game changer! showed me exactly what docs they need and when I should expect everything. saved me hours of stress 💯
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GalacticGuardian
•waited 3 months b4 i found out what they needed... wish i knew about this sooner fr fr 🤦♂️
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Dmitry Smirnov
•does anyone know if we can fax the documents or do they have to be mailed?
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Amara Eze
•you can usually fax OR mail. the notice will tell you which methods they accept. taxr.ai can actually tell you the best method based on your specific situation
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Nia Jackson
IRS tax advocate here - Code 971 typically means a notice is being sent to you. Could be for income verification, but not always. Best to wait for the notice before sending anything. Should arrive within 5-7 business days.
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Luca Romano
•thx for the info! do you know if this usually means more delays? 😩
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Nia Jackson
•Depends on what the notice requests. If they need docs, the faster you respond, the quicker it processes.
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NebulaNova
•in my experience it took about 3 weeks after i sent my stuff in last year
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Mateo Hernandez
Hey! Instead of playing the guessing game, you should try taxr.ai - it analyzes your transcript and tells you exactly what's happening and what to expect. Its only $4.99 and totally worth it. The AI breaks down everything and gives you a timeline. https://taxr.ai
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Aisha Khan
•sounds interesting... how accurate is it? does it actually help speed things up?
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Mateo Hernandez
•Super accurate! It looks at all your codes and gives specific explanations. Plus it tells you exactly what docs they might ask for
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Aisha Khan
•just tried it and WOW 🤯 finally know exactly whats going on with my refund! best 5 bucks i ever spent fr fr
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Ethan Taylor
same boat rn... got 971 last week and got a letter asking for my w2s and 1099s
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Yuki Ito
•how long did it take to get the letter?
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Ethan Taylor
•like 4 days after the code showed up
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Carmen Lopez
Mine changed from 570 to 971 then 846 within 2 weeks no verification needed 💅
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Luca Romano
•omg hoping this happens to me 🙏
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AstroAdventurer
the IRS is such a clown show fr... why they gotta make everything so complicated 🤡
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Andre Dupont
Just faxed my docs in yesterday for the same thing. The waiting game begins 😮💨
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Zoe Papanikolaou
•protip: call the irs after u fax to confirm they got it
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