IRS only gave partial refund for 2021 taxes - need help understanding why

I found a way to solve partial tax refund issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ARQ39acQU9I

Ugh, I've been there. The IRS can be such a pain to deal with. Have you checked your tax transcript? Sometimes it shows adjustments they made to your return.

I had a similar issue last year. Turns out they applied part of my refund to some old student loan debt I had forgotten about. Might be worth checking if you have any outstanding federal debts.

Pro tip: When you call, ask specifically about any offsets or adjustments made to your refund. Also, make sure you have all your tax docs in front of you when you call. They might ask for specific numbers or info from your return.

Good luck getting through to them lol. I've been trying for weeks and can never get past the automated system. Let us know if you actually manage to talk to a human! 🤞

Here's what you need to know about partial tax refunds: • The IRS can adjust your refund for various reasons, including math errors, unreported income, or outstanding debts. • Common offsets include unpaid taxes, student loans, child support, or state tax debts. • You should receive a notice explaining any changes made to your return. • If you disagree with the adjustment, you have the right to appeal. • Sometimes, the IRS splits refunds into multiple payments. Check if you're getting the rest later. When you call, ask for a detailed explanation of the adjustment and request a copy of the notice if you didn't receive one. If it's an offset, find out which agency claimed the funds. Hope this helps!

am i the only 1 who thinks its ridiculous we have to jump through all these hoops just to get our own money back? 🤡 the whole system needs an overhaul fr

Has anyone tried using a tax advocate service? I've heard they can sometimes help with these issues.

make sure u double check all the numbers on ur return. I thought I had a partial refund but turns out I just messed up my math lol 🤦‍♂️