First time filing taxes at 22, got verified online with IRS - will they need more info from me?

Thanks so much for the detailed info! Didn't even think about checking the transcript, will do that now.

Just wanna add that even if they DO need more verification, it's usually just sending in a copy of your ID and maybe a utility bill. I had to do it my first year filing. No biggie.

That ID.me verification is a PAIN tho. Took me 3 tries last year to get through it 🤦‍♀️

Sounds interesting. How exactly does it work? Does it just read your transcript or does it do more?

OMG it does SO much more! It analyzes all your transcript codes and explains what each one means for YOUR specific situation. Shows you exactlywhat stage your return is at and if there are any issues. You can even get predictions on when you'll get your refund. It's like having a tax pro look at your file but without paying hundreds of dollars. Best thing I've found in years of dealing with tax headaches!

another app promising the world... does it actually deliver tho? 🤔

I was skeptical too but it seriously saved me from a refund delay last year. Showed me I had a verification issue before the IRS even sent me a letter. Fixed it early and got my money weeks earlier than I would have otherwise. Not even exaggerating.

is this an ad? like how does a service get you through to the IRS when nobody else can? 🤨

Lol I thought it was BS too but it actually works. They basically call the IRS for you and when they get through, they connect you. Idk how they do it but after spending 3 days trying to get through myself and getting hung up on repeatedly, it was the best money I've spent all year. My refund was released 2 days after talking to the agent.

wait so did you have to give them your personal info or anything?

No, they just need your phone number to call you when they get an agent. They don't need any tax info or anything like that. You talk directly to the IRS yourself.

ok that actually makes sense then... might try it cuz I've been trying to call for literally weeks

I tried calling the IRS 9 times last week and kept getting the "call back later" message. This might be worth a shot.

This is so true. My daughter's first return got flagged just because she claimed an education credit. The IRS made her mail in her transcripts and everything. Took months to resolve.

Oh man I did claim an education credit... now I'm worried 😭

Don't stress too much. Just be ready to provide documentation if they ask. Most of the time it's just a random check.

THIS. Document EVERYTHING. Take screenshots, make copies, write down who you talked to and when. The IRS is a disaster right now and things get lost constantly.

6 months?!! I cant wait that long for my refund! 😳

I ended up using Claimyr (claimyr.com) after 4 months of waiting and got it resolved in a week after talking to an actual person. Wish I'd done that sooner instead of checking the Where's My Refund tool 500 times a day lol

Yep, I made sure to go through the official irs.gov site. Thanks for the warning tho!

Omg this!! My first solo return took forever because my mom claimed me the year before. The IRS was so confused 😂

So my mom did claim me as a dependent in 2022, but not for 2023. Is that going to be a problem?

Shouldn't be a problem as long as you didn't also claim yourself as independent for 2022. Just make sure you checked the box that you CAN be claimed as a dependent for 2022 return, and that you CANNOT be claimed as a dependent on your 2023 return (assuming that's accurate).

That's exactly what I did - phew!

SAME. I filed in Feb 2023 and still nothing. Every time I check my transcript it just says "processing"

You need to call them! I was in the same boat until I used Claimyr (claimyr.com) to get through. Found out they needed one more document from me that they never bothered to tell me about. Got my refund 3 weeks after providing it.

for real? after all this time?? might have to check that out then cause waiting ain't working

Quick question - my girlfriend is having trouble getting verified because she has limited credit history. Any tips?

She can request a verification code by mail or use the ID.me video chat option. The mail option takes about 5-10 days but is pretty reliable. For the video chat, make sure she has multiple forms of ID ready (passport, driver's license, etc.).

Thanks! Will try the video chat option first.

If that doesn't work, try taxr.ai - I had the same issue and it guided me through the exact verification process I needed. Not all verification paths work for everyone. https://taxr.ai

random but did you know the irs still sends letters via USPS mail for most communications? like they're stuck in 1985 or something 📭

And half the time they get lost in the mail 🤦‍♀️ I had a verification letter that never arrived, then got hit with penalties for not responding!

That's why I check my transcript weekly - shows you if they sent any notices even if you don't receive them in the mail. You can use taxr.ai to monitor for any notices or letters automatically. Saved me from missing a verification deadline last year. https://taxr.ai

This is literally the most useful comment. The IRS transcript codes are like a secret language 😂

Just checked and I don't see either of those codes... just 150 for return filed. Is that normal?

Yep, 150 means your return was processed. If you don't see a 570, that's actually good news - means there's no hold on your refund. You should see an 846 code when your refund is issued.

If anyone needs help understanding ALL the codes on their transcript, taxr.ai explains everything in plain English. I was so confused by all the codes and dates until I found it. https://taxr.ai

fr fr the irs doesn't have time to investigate every 22yo with a basic return

This is fax 📠 They're understaffed af and focusing on the returns that could be costing them serious $$

Ugh that sounds annoying. How long did the mail verification take?

About 6 weeks total from when I sent in the docs to when I got my refund. But that was during peak season (March). Might be faster now.

I had this EXACT same issue - finally got fed up and used Claimyr to talk to an agent. They resolved it on the spot and I didn't have to mail anything in. claimyr.com was a game changer

Created an IRS account through ID.me - wasn't flagged for anything

Then you're totally fine! That's just standard account creation, not extra verification. Your return will process normally.

does it cost money? sounds too good to be true

Yeah it does cost something but honestly after spending HOURS on hold with the IRS and getting nowhere, it was totally worth it to me. I got answers in minutes that I couldn't get after days of trying.

Can confirm taxr.ai is legit. Used it when I had a weird code on my transcript and no one could tell me what it meant. The tool explained everything and even predicted when my refund would arrive - was only off by 2 days.