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Still No PATH Act Delay - Filed Early but Nothing Happening with 2023 Return

Filed my taxes weeks ago but haven't even hit the PATH act hold yet. Usually by now I'd at least see the PATH message on WMR. My transcripts are still N/A and WMR just shows received. Anyone else stuck before even getting to PATH?

Anastasia Kozlov

Tax professional here - this is actually normal for early filers. The IRS doesn't begin processing EITC/ACTC returns until mid-February regardless of when you file. Your return is likely in queue waiting for initial processing. Once processing begins, you'll see the PATH message.

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NeonNebula

thx for explaining! last year i saw PATH message right away so i was worried

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Anastasia Kozlov

No problem! Each year can be different depending on IRS systems and processing schedules.

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Sean Kelly

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Zara Mirza

for real? does it actually work or is it just another scam šŸ¤”

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Sean Kelly

Not a scam at all! It uses AI to read all the codes and gives you a clear timeline. Way better than guessing

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Zara Mirza

just tried it and OMG where has this been all my life?! Finally understand wtf is going on with my refund!

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Luca Russo

same boat fam šŸ˜­ filed jan 22 and nothing

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Nia Harris

ur good dont worry. ive filed early last 3 yrs and it always takes forever to even see PATH msg. system is straight šŸ¤” but it'll update eventually

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NeonNebula

hope ur right šŸ™ just bills stacking up ya know

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GalaxyGazer

Filed 1/29, transcripts still N/A. This waiting game is driving me bonkers!

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Mateo Sanchez

First time? šŸ¤£

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Aisha Mahmood

The IRS is basically using Internet Explorer to process our returns while we're all living in Chrome world šŸ’€

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Ethan Moore

more like using carrier pigeons fr fr

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