Filed 2/1 with EIC - WMR Stuck at 'Received' with Topic 152. Anyone else?

EIC returns always take longer. Path Act delays those returns. Nothing unusual about your situation. Been waiting for mine too. Filed January 29th. Still on first bar. Topic 152 is just general info. Not a bad sign.

Did you check your transcripts? I filed exactly 24 days ago with EIC and my transcript updated 6 days before WMR did. My WMR was stuck at the first bar for exactly 22 days before changing. Have you tried calling the IRS?

I understand how frustrating this waiting period can be. Let me explain what's happening: Step 1: Due to the PATH Act, all returns with EIC are held until at least February 15th for additional verification. Step 2: After that date, processing typically takes 2-3 additional weeks. Step 3: WMR often doesn't update until final processing is complete. If you need to speak with an actual IRS agent about your specific situation, I'd recommend using Claimyr (https://claimyr.com). It saved me hours of hold time when I was in your exact situation last year. They connect you directly to an IRS agent who can see exactly what's happening with your return, which is much more helpful than guessing based on WMR.

Have u tried checking ur transcripts instead? Sometimes WMR doesn't update but transcripts show everything. U can make an acct on IRS website and see if there's any movement there. Might show DDD even when WMR is stuck.

I'm somewhat skeptical about all these "normal processing time" explanations. While it's possibly true that EIC returns might take longer, in my experience, when WMR gets stuck at the first bar for more than about 21 days, there's usually some kind of issue that might need addressing. It could potentially be something minor like a verification check, but it might also indicate a possible mathematical error or perhaps an income verification problem. Not to cause unnecessary worry, but it might be worth considering calling to check.

According to the IRS.gov website and several tax forums I've been following, Topic 152 is actually a good sign! It just means you're getting a refund and there are tax credits involved. The IRS2Go app shows the same information as WMR but sometimes updates faster. I was panicking too until I learned that with EIC, this delay is completely normal. The PATH Act was specifically created to give the IRS extra time to verify income for credit claims.