The IRS is such a joke fr. Why does it take 2 months to verify someone's identity in 2025 smh

I feel your pain! I'm going through the exact same thing - filed as single, verified identity about 3 weeks ago, and still getting that same "being processed" message every single day. It's so frustrating because you want to check for updates but know deep down it's probably going to be the same message. The transcript suggestion from others here is solid advice though. I finally checked mine last week and it actually showed some processing codes that gave me a better idea of where things stand, even though WMR was still showing the generic message. Hang in there - sounds like most people are seeing movement around the 4-6 week mark after verification!

stuck on this message since february... starting to lose hope ngl

I've been in your exact situation! Had that same "still being processed" message for about 3 weeks before my refund finally came through. The frustrating part is there's really no way to know if it'll be 2 weeks or 2 months - it seems completely random. What helped me was calling the IRS directly (though expect long wait times) to see if there were any specific issues with my return. In my case, it was just normal processing delays. Hang in there - most people do eventually get their refunds, it's just a matter of when!

Has anyone used TurboTax to get their acceptance records from 2020? I'm in a similar situation but can't find my original confirmation email. Do they keep records that far back or am I out of luck?

I went through this exact situation with a CP518 notice for my 2019 return. The key thing to understand is that the IRS systems sometimes don't properly match electronically filed returns, especially during peak processing periods. Here's what worked for me: I gathered all my documentation (TurboTax acceptance confirmation, bank records showing the refund deposit, and a copy of my filed return) and sent a comprehensive response package via certified mail. In my cover letter, I clearly stated "This is a response to CP518 notice - return was electronically filed and processed" and included the notice number. The most important thing I learned is to request your tax transcript from irs.gov before responding. Even though they sent you a CP518, your transcript might actually show that your return was processed. This happened to me - the transcript showed transaction codes proving they had my return, which made my response much stronger. Also, don't worry too much about penalties. If you can prove you filed on time (which your TurboTax confirmation should do), you won't face failure-to-file penalties. The IRS typically reverses these notices once they locate the original return in their system. One last tip: keep detailed records of everything you send them, including certified mail receipts. This will be helpful if you need to follow up or escalate to Taxpayer Advocate Service later.

Has anyone successfully gotten their company to reverse course on this? My employer just sent an email saying our wellness reimbursmements ($750) are considered taxable income and thats "industry standard" but I'm seeing mixed info online.

I went through this exact same situation last year and it was incredibly frustrating! The key issue is that most companies don't properly structure their wellness programs to qualify for tax-free treatment under IRS rules. Here's what I learned: if your company's wellness program isn't formally documented as either a Section 105 medical reimbursement plan or doesn't meet the requirements for de minimis fringe benefits under Section 132, then yes, the reimbursements are taxable income. For your situation with $1,150, you have a few options: 1. Request documentation from HR about how their wellness program is officially structured 2. If they confirm it should be tax-free but was reported incorrectly, demand a corrected W-2 3. If they refuse, you can file Form 4852 with an amended return explaining the discrepancy The most important thing is to get everything in writing from your company about their wellness program structure. Don't let them brush you off with "that's just how it works" - they need to provide documentation of the actual tax treatment they're applying and why. I ended up having to file an amended return, but I got a refund of about $280 because my company had overcomplicated things. Document everything and don't give up!

Anyone else notice that the SDI rates changed in some states for 2025? I'm in California and my SDI jumped from 1.1% to 1.3% this year. Maybe that's why some of your deductions increased? Worth checking what state you're in and if any rates changed recently.

Hey Ethan! I totally get the confusion - those acronyms are like a foreign language when you're starting out. Everyone covered the basics well, but I wanted to add something that might explain your $95 jump specifically. Since you mentioned this is your first "real" job after college and you've only been there 3 months, there's a good chance your employer might have initially set you up with minimal withholdings during your probationary period or while you were getting your paperwork sorted. Now that you're fully onboarded, they probably switched you to the standard withholding rates based on your actual W-4 elections. Also, if you got any kind of raise or shift differential that kicked in after your probationary period, that would bump up both your gross pay AND your withholdings proportionally. Even a small hourly increase can cause a noticeable jump in total deductions. I'd suggest checking with payroll to see if anything changed in your employment status or pay rate recently. They should be able to show you exactly what changed between the two paychecks. Don't stress too much though - this kind of adjustment is super common for new employees!