I've been dealing with LLC tax filing for 3 years now and can confirm what others have said - the "attach" feature in FreeTaxUSA is super confusing and often causes double-counting issues. For anyone still struggling with this, here's the simplified approach that works: Since your 1099s were issued to your SSN (not your LLC's EIN), you're dealing with a disregarded entity situation. Report ALL your 1099 income on Schedule C as business income, but when FreeTaxUSA asks about "attaching" the 1099s to your business, select NO. This prevents the double-counting that's causing your tax bill to spike. The key thing to remember is that your LLC doesn't have a separate tax identity - everything flows through to your personal return via Schedule C. You can still claim all your business expenses and use your LLC name on the schedule. The income is only reported once this way, but in the right place. Also, make sure you're paying self-employment tax on this income since you're self-employed. That might be part of why your tax bill seems high compared to W-2 income you might be used to.

As someone who's dealt with LLC tax filing for several years, I want to emphasize something that hasn't been mentioned yet - make sure you're keeping detailed records of which clients issued 1099s to your SSN versus your EIN (if you have one). This becomes really important for tracking purposes and can help avoid confusion in future tax years. Also, since you mentioned this is only your second year with the LLC, you might want to consider getting an EIN from the IRS (if you don't already have one) and requesting that clients issue future 1099s to your LLC's EIN instead of your SSN. While it doesn't change the tax treatment for a single-member LLC, it can make the paperwork cleaner and reduce confusion with tax software. One last tip - if you're planning to grow your business significantly, you might want to consult with a tax professional about whether electing S-Corp status could save you money on self-employment taxes. It's not right for everyone, but it's worth exploring as your income increases.

I'm a tax preparer and see this situation frequently with my clients. The good news is that address mismatches are incredibly common and the IRS has streamlined procedures for handling them. Here's what I always recommend to clients in your situation: Bring a "document packet" with: - Your current driver's license (even with old address) - Social Security card - At least 2-3 recent documents showing current address: utility bills, bank statements, mortgage/rent statements, insurance correspondence - If you have it, bring your USPS change of address confirmation When you arrive, immediately mention to the agent: "I need to let you know that my driver's license shows my previous address, but I moved in October and have supporting documents for my current address." This proactive approach shows transparency and helps the agent know what to expect. In my experience, agents appreciate when taxpayers come prepared and are upfront about discrepancies. They deal with moves, address changes, and documentation mismatches daily - you're definitely not the first 68-year-old they've helped through this situation! Your refund processing shouldn't be delayed at all once identity verification is complete. The key is just having that supporting documentation ready to go. You've got this!

I'm a newcomer to this community but wanted to share my recent experience since it might help! I just went through an identity verification appointment two weeks ago with a similar address situation. My driver's license had my old address from when I lived with my daughter temporarily, but my tax return showed my current apartment address. I was really nervous about it, but the IRS agent was completely understanding. I brought my lease agreement, a utility bill, and a bank statement all showing my current address. When I got there, I immediately explained the situation and showed her all my documents. She said "Oh, this happens all the time - thank you for bringing everything we need!" The whole appointment took maybe 20 minutes, and she even gave me a receipt showing that my identity verification was complete. My refund was deposited exactly one week later with no delays whatsoever. Based on reading everyone's experiences here, it seems like the key is just being prepared with multiple address documents and being upfront about the discrepancy from the start. The IRS really does understand that people move and don't always update their licenses immediately. You're going to do great at your appointment!

I'm dealing with something very similar right now! Code 766 appeared on my transcript about 3 weeks ago with a $847 credit amount, and my refund was exactly $847 less than what I calculated. Topic 151 is showing at the bottom too. I've been checking my mailbox religiously but no letter yet. What's really frustrating is that I can't figure out which credit they adjusted - I claimed the Child Tax Credit and American Opportunity Tax Credit, and the $847 doesn't match either one exactly. Has anyone had success getting through to the IRS Practitioner Priority Service line? I'm wondering if that might be faster than the regular taxpayer assistance line.

I've been through this exact scenario twice in the past few years, and the frustration is real! Code 766 with Topic 151 typically means they've made an adjustment to a refundable credit you claimed. The $847 amount that doesn't match your credits exactly could be a partial disallowance or a calculation error on their part. Regarding the Practitioner Priority Service line - unfortunately, that's only for enrolled agents, CPAs, and attorneys representing clients. As regular taxpayers, we're stuck with the main lines. However, I've had better luck calling the "Where's My Amended Return" line at (866) 464-2050 even for non-amended return issues - sometimes they can still access your account and explain what's happening. One thing that helped me was requesting my Account Transcript online rather than just the Return Transcript. The Account Transcript shows the full sequence of transactions and might reveal additional codes that explain the adjustment. You might see a corresponding debit entry that shows exactly which credit was reduced and why. The 35+ day wait for correspondence is unfortunately becoming more common. In my experience, when the letter finally arrives, it's usually requesting documentation to verify the credit you claimed. Start gathering documents now for any credits you claimed - birth certificates for dependents, education records, etc. Being proactive saved me weeks when my letter finally came.

There's a great documentary called "The Spider's Web: Britain's Second Empire" that goes into detail about how the Cayman Islands and other British Overseas Territories function as tax havens. It covers specific companies and how the whole system works. It's available free on YouTube. Really opened my eyes to how these jurisdictions operate in practice.

If you're interested in real SEC filings that show Cayman structures, look up "Cayman subsidiaries" in the exhibit lists of major tech companies' 10-K forms. Microsoft, Apple, Google all list their subsidiaries including Cayman entities. The trick is understanding HOW these subsidiaries fit into the larger corporate structure - that's not always obvious from the filings alone.

2 Wondering what everyone uses for gas receipts when you sometimes use your car for business and sometimes for personal use? Do you just track mileage instead of keeping all the gas receipts?

11 Great question about mixed receipts! I've been dealing with this exact issue for years as a small business owner. Here's what I've learned works best: The IRS requires you to substantiate business expenses, but they don't require separate receipts - just clear documentation. Here's my system: 1. **Photo everything immediately** - I snap a pic of every receipt right after purchase using my phone's camera 2. **Use a simple notation system** - I circle or highlight business items directly on the receipt, then write "Biz: $XX.XX" at the top 3. **Digital backup** - I store all receipt photos in a dedicated Google Drive folder organized by month 4. **Spreadsheet tracking** - I log each business expense with date, vendor, amount, and category. In the notes column, I include "Mixed receipt - total $XX.XX, business portion $XX.XX" The key is consistency. Whatever system you choose, use it every single time. I've been through two IRS audits using this method and never had any issues - they just want to see that you can prove your business expenses are legitimate and properly documented. Pro tip: Many stores will do separate transactions if you ask nicely at checkout. Saves tons of time later!