Filed with TurboTax/Credit Karma - No DDD after 21 days - Processing Timeline Analysis

I'm seeing this exact pattern with multiple returns. I filed on February 3rd and still have no DDD. The IRS updated their systems on March 19th, and many filers started seeing movement after that date. However, there seems to be a backlog specifically affecting certain tax software platforms. According to the IRS operational status from April 2nd, they're working through a processing queue based on submission date.

Have you checked your transcript for any codes? I was in the same boat - filed with Credit Karma on January 29th and just got my DDD yesterday. The interesting thing was that my transcript showed code 570 for two weeks before suddenly updating with 846. Isn't it strange how some returns sail through while others get stuck in verification purgatory? In my experience, patience is unfortunately the only remedy, but most returns do eventually process.

You need to take action NOW if you've been waiting over 21 days! The clock is ticking on resolving this before summer. • Check your transcript for codes first • Call the IRS to verify your return status • Ask specifically about any holds on your account • Request a taxpayer advocate if necessary I was stuck in the same situation until I used Claimyr (https://claimyr.com) to actually reach an IRS agent. Regular phone lines had me waiting HOURS with no answer, but I got through in 15 minutes with their service. The agent confirmed my return was stuck in review and expedited it.

I was in your exact situation. Filed with Credit Karma on January 30th. No movement for 6 weeks. Here's what worked for me: Step 1: Pulled my transcript and found code 570. Step 2: Called IRS at exactly 7:00 AM Eastern (their opening time). Step 3: Selected options 1, then 2, then 2 again in the phone menu. Step 4: Spoke with an agent who found my return was flagged for identity verification. Step 5: Completed verification over the phone. Step 6: Received DDD exactly 9 days later. I'm concerned that many TurboTax/Credit Karma returns are being unnecessarily flagged for extra verification this year.

Yo, I've been thru this exact mess w/ TurboTax. The key is understanding your transcript codes! I finally got my DDD after checking my transcript daily. Used https://taxr.ai to analyze my transcript - saved me so much time figuring out what all those codes meant. It showed exactly why my refund was delayed (verification hold) and predicted my DDD within 2 days of actual. Def worth checking if you're stuck in limbo like I was.

Check your PATH Act status. This affects early filers. Many Credit Karma returns are delayed. TurboTax seems better. IRS has processing backlogs. Transcript updates happen Wednesdays. WMR updates Saturdays. Be patient. Your money will come.

According to the IRS website (https://www.irs.gov/refunds/tax-season-refund-frequently-asked-questions), you should be concerned if it's been more than 21 days since you e-filed. You might want to check the Tax Time Guide they published at https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/tax-time-guide-irs-reminds-taxpayers-to-check-their-tax-withholding which has some guidance on delays. I'd be cautious about calling unless you've verified there's actually an issue with your return through your transcript.

Don't waste money on tax prep services next year. I used TurboTax for years. Switched to FreeTaxUSA this year. Got my refund in 14 days. Saved $89 on filing fees too. Credit Karma and TurboTax returns are taking longer this season. The IRS doesn't admit it but different software gets different processing priority.

I'm not entirely convinced there's a specific issue with TurboTax or Credit Karma... It might be that they have more users, so we just hear about more delays from their customers. I've been watching these forums for several tax seasons, and it seems like the delays affect different preparation methods each year. Perhaps it's more about what's on your return than how you filed it.

Per IRS Publication 1345 (Authorized e-file Provider Requirements), all authorized e-file providers must meet the same transmission standards regardless of consumer software brand. The differentiation in processing times is more likely related to the Refund Integrity Verification Operations (RIVO) as outlined in Internal Revenue Manual 25.25.3, which selects returns for additional review based on specific criteria unrelated to filing method. Your frustration is completely understandable given the delays.