IRS Refund Delayed: How to Handle a Referral on Your Tax Account?

I did, but it just says "Your refund is being processed." Not very helpful 😕

Ah, classic IRS. Clear as mud, as always. Hang in there!

The tool isn't always updated in real-time, but it's still worth checking periodically in case there are any changes.

Glad you got some answers! Good luck sorting it out 👍

See, persistence pays off! Keep us updated on how it goes.

Pro tip: always double-check your W-2 against your last paystub of the year. Catches errors like this before they become problems!

Great to hear you found the issue. Hopefully, it'll be resolved quickly once the documents are corrected.

Hang in there, OP! Hopefully, it's resolved quickly.

Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit? Anyone else tried it?

Yep, 100% legit. I was skeptical too, but it saved me hours of hold time. Worth every penny imo.

$20 just to talk to someone? That's ridiculous. The system is so broken 😡

I get it, but think about how much your time is worth. For me, not sitting on hold for 3 hours was totally worth it.

Claimyr is a useful tool but consider the fact that some people might not find the cost justified, especially if finances are tight.

6 months?! That's insane. Have you tried contacting your local representative?

yep, fat lot of good that did. they just sent me a form letter saying theyd "look into it". still waiting 🙄

Bruh, same boat. Its like they're playing hide and seek with our money 💀

It might be worth getting in touch with the Taxpayer Advocate Service; they can be helpful in expediting cases like yours.

Dude, don't give them ideas! 😂

*X-Files theme intensifies* 👽🛸

Haha, it definitely feels that way sometimes. But seriously, the IRS isn't out to get us; it's just a slow system.

It's not much, but getting some interest is better than nothing if you have to wait that long.

The TAS is a great resource for those with serious or urgent issues, especially if the regular channels aren't helping.

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely follow these steps. Any idea how long this process usually takes?

It can vary wildly, unfortunately. Could be a few weeks, could be a few months. Just keep on top of it and don't be afraid to follow up regularly!

This is excellent advice. Documentation is key, and staying organized can really make a difference in how smoothly the process goes.

Absolutely! Keeping a paper trail can be invaluable if things ever get complicated.

Not that I know of? I mean, I did the usual stuff like mortgage interest and charitable donations, but nothing out of the ordinary. Should I be worried?

Nah, don't stress too much. It's probably just a random check. Best thing to do is call the IRS and ask for more details. Be prepared to wait on hold for ages tho 🙄

In my experience, most of them are overpriced and don't do anything you couldn't do yourself with a little research. Save your money!

I used one once when I had a complicated situation. They were helpful, but expensive. Probably only worth it for really complex cases.

Always read reviews and check their credentials thoroughly if you're considering a tax resolution service.

Faxing? What year is it, 1995? 😂 But seriously, I'll give it a shot if nothing else works. Thanks!

lol i know right? but trust me, the irs is stuck in the stone age. fax machines are like magic to them 🧙‍♂️📠

It's true, sometimes the old-school methods work best with the IRS. Faxing can be quicker than you'd expect!