What's the difference between CP05 vs 4464C IRS verification letters?
Just got both a CP05 and 4464C letter in the mail. Super confused about what the difference is and which one I should respond to first. Already waited 4 months for my refund and now this happens. Anyone know what these actually mean and what I need to do next?
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Leo Simmons
The CP05 and 4464C are actually different types of verification notices. CP05 means they're reviewing your income, withholding, and tax credits - usually related to EIC, child tax credit, or education credits. The 4464C is letting you know they selected your return for a general review and they need more time. You don't need to do anything for the 4464C unless they ask for more info later. For the CP05, wait for their specific document request before sending anything in.
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Lilly Curtis
Authoromg thank you! So I just sit tight for now? How long does this usually take?
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Leo Simmons
Usually 60-120 days but honestly with the backlog rn could be longer 😩
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Lindsey Fry
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Saleem Vaziri
Does it actually work? Like can it tell you when youll get paid?
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Lindsey Fry
100% works! It told me exactly why I was delayed and when Id get paid - was spot on to the day 💯
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Kayla Morgan
lol welcome to the verification club 🤡 been stuck since February
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James Maki
Bruh I got both of these last year. The 4464C is basically them saying 'we see you' and CP05 is them saying 'we REALLY see you' 😂
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Jasmine Hancock
fr fr this is the most accurate explanation ive seen 🤣
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Cole Roush
Anyone else notice they always send these for returns with EIC? Its like they dont trust anyone claiming it smh
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Scarlett Forster
facts! They always coming after the working class 😤
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Arnav Bengali
Had this happen 2 me last year. Just dont send anything unless they specifically ask for it. I made that mistake and it delayed everything even more ngl
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Amina Sy
Got the same exact combo of letters last month! The waiting is brutal but definitely don't send anything unless they specifically request documents. I made the mistake of calling the IRS helpline 15 times and they just kept saying "wait for further notice" 🙄 Your refund is still processing, just gotta be patient unfortunately. The system is backed up big time this year.
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