Filed taxes in January, IRS transcript still blank. No updates. Help?
Hey everyone, I filed my taxes back in January and it's been months now, but my transcript is still blank. No updates at all. Anyone else dealing with this? What should I do? I'm getting worried.
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Ethan Scott
Ugh, same boat here. Filed in February and zilch. It's like our returns went into a black hole or something. Have you tried calling the IRS? I heard they're swamped but might be worth a shot.
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Genevieve Cavalier
AuthorI've been trying to call but can never get through. It's so frustrating! ๐ค
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Lola Perez
Pro tip: call right when they open. I got through after only 30 mins on hold last week.
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Ethan Scott
30 mins? You lucked out! I was on hold for 2 hours yesterday and then got disconnected ๐คฆโโ๏ธ
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Nathaniel Stewart
Here's what you need to do: 1. Check your transcript online if you haven't already. Sometimes there are codes that can give you clues. 2. If it's truly blank, you might need to verify your identity. The IRS has been extra cautious lately. 3. Call the IRS early in the morning. Be prepared with your info. 4. If you can't get through, consider contacting your local Taxpayer Advocate Service. 5. Double-check that your return was actually accepted. Sometimes there are submission errors. Don't panic yet. The IRS is seriously backlogged this year. But if it's been more than 21 days since you e-filed, definitely follow up.
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Genevieve Cavalier
AuthorThank you so much for this detailed response! I'll definitely try these steps. Fingers crossed ๐ค
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Riya Sharma
This is solid advice. I work in tax prep and can confirm the IRS is a mess right now. Patience is key, but also don't be afraid to advocate for yourself.
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Santiago Diaz
lol welcome to the club. been waiting since march. irs probably using our returns as toilet paper at this point ๐งป๐ฝ
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Millie Long
I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c
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KaiEsmeralda
Sounds sketchy. Is this legit? Anyone else tried it?
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Millie Long
Totally get the skepticism, but yeah it's legit. I was desperate and took a chance. Saved me hours of hold time.
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Debra Bai
20 bucks to skip the hold? sign me up! ๐ธ
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Gabriel Freeman
Have you checked for any letters from the IRS? Sometimes they need additional info and won't process until they get it. happened to me last year
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Genevieve Cavalier
AuthorGood point! I haven't received anything, but I'll double check my mail. Thanks!
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Laura Lopez
Plot twist: the IRS is actually a front for a time travel agency and our tax returns are funding their secret missions ๐ฝ๐ฐ๏ธ
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Victoria Brown
LOL if only. At least then we'd have an excuse for the delay ๐คฃ
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Samuel Robinson
guys i think we need to face facts. the irs is clearly run by sloths. explains everything
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Camila Castillo
Hey now, don't insult sloths like that. They're way more efficient! ๐ฆฅ
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