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IRS Transcript shows Code 570 and 971 - What do these codes mean and timeline?

Just checked my transcript and saw Code 570 appeared last week followed by Code 971. Anyone know what this means for my refund? Getting worried since I need this money.

Tax specialist here - Code 570 means there's a temporary hold on your account, and 971 indicates that IRS sent you a notice explaining why. Usually this combo means they're reviewing something on your return. Could be income verification, credits claimed, or math error. Check your mail carefully next few weeks for their letter.

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thanks! any idea how long this usually takes to resolve?

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Typically 30-60 days, but I've seen some resolve in 2 weeks. Depends what they're reviewing.

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same boat here got these codes 2 weeks ago still waiting 🙄

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i had this last year. took about 6 weeks but got my refund with interest 💰

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at least theres hope! 🙏

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dont panic fam. 570/971 combo is super common this year. IRS is just backed up like crazy

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fr fr the IRS be playing games with our money 🤡

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Check ur mail! They probably need more info from u. I ignored the letter at first and it delayed everything even more smh

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Code 570 is an Additional Account Action Pending freeze, and 971 means they issued a notice about it. This usually happens when IRS needs to verify something on your return - could be income matching, dependent verification, or credits like EITC/CTC. The good news is most of these resolve automatically once their systems finish cross-checking. Keep an eye out for CP05 or similar notice in the mail explaining exactly what they're reviewing. Timeline is typically 4-8 weeks from when 570 posted.

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