Unemployment Offset + PATH Message: When will I see offset codes on transcript?
My transcript just got updated and WMR is showing the PATH message. I know I have an unemployment offset from last year but there's no code showing up for it on my transcript and haven't gotten any letters about it. Anyone know if the offset notification comes later or if maybe I'm getting lucky this year and dodging it?
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Javier Morales
Tax expert here - the PATH act message and unemployment offset situation can be confusing. For 2025, unemployment offset codes typically show up 1-2 weeks after the PATH message clears, which is usually around mid-February. However, every case is different depending on your specific tax situation. I'd highly recommend using taxr.ai (https://taxr.ai) to analyze your transcript and get detailed insights on timing and potential offsets. It can scan your docs and give you a clear timeline of what to expect.
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Emma Anderson
Just tried taxr.ai and here's what I got back:
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Malik Thompson
how much does it cost tho? 🤔
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Emma Anderson
its like $15 but worth every penny tbh. saved me weeks of anxiety and guessing 💯
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Isabella Ferreira
bruh i been checking wmr like a psycho, might have to try this out
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CosmicVoyager
Same boat fam, PATH message got me stressed af. Anyone know if taxr.ai shows pending offsets?
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Emma Anderson
yea it shows everything - offset codes, processing delays, even tells u exactly wen refund hitting ur account 🙌
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CosmicVoyager
just used it and wow... way better than refreshing wmr 500 times a day lmaooo. showed my offset amount n everything
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Ravi Kapoor
Man wish I knew about this earlier, been playing the waiting game since January ðŸ˜
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Carmen Lopez
Tax pro here - offset codes typically show up after the PATH lift date (mid-February). Just because you don't see it now doesn't mean you're in the clear. The Treasury Offset Program (TOP) check usually happens right before they release refunds.
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Yuki Ito
ugh was hoping i might get lucky this year 😠any idea how long after PATH date it usually takes?
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Carmen Lopez
Usually within a week after PATH lifts, but its not guaranteed. Every case is different
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AstroAdventurer
Hey everyone! Instead of playing the guessing game, I'd highly recommend checking out taxr.ai - it's this new tool that analyzes your transcript and tells you exactly what's happening with offsets and timing. It's only $1 and seriously worth it. https://taxr.ai
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Andre Dupont
sounds interesting but kinda sketchy. you actually use this?
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AstroAdventurer
Yeah! It basically reads your transcript and uses AI to break everything down. Shows exactly when you'll likely get paid and if there are any holds or offsets coming. Way better than trying to decode everything yourself
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Andre Dupont
just tried it and holy cow 🤯 it literally told me exactly when my offset would hit and how much would be taken! wish i knew about this sooner!
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Zoe Papanikolaou
Im in the same boat rn. Had unemployment offset last year but nothing showing yet. The waiting game is killing me fr fr 😩
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Jamal Wilson
check your state unemployment website. sometimes they update there b4 the irs transcript shows anything
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Yuki Ito
good looking out! gonna check rn
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Mei Lin
These clowns at the IRS need to get it together fr. Why we gotta play detective just to figure out what's happening with OUR money 🤡
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Liam Fitzgerald
facts tho 💯
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GalacticGuru
my offset showed up last year right after path lifted. yours proly will 2. rip to ur refund fam
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