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I might be overthinking this, but I believe there's a middle ground here. Perhaps this community could be used to learn general concepts and terminology, which might help you have more productive conversations with tax professionals? I always bring a list of questions when I meet with my accountant, many of which I've refined by reading discussions here. Just my thoughts, though I wouldn't rely solely on advice from here for actual filing decisions.
This forum has its place. It's helpful for general questions. Not for complex situations. Not for specific filing advice. I'm a bookkeeper. Even I consult CPAs for complex matters. The tax code is massive. It changes yearly. No single person knows it all. Forums can point you in right directions. They shouldn't replace professional guidance.
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Went through this last year. Got audited for 2021. Was terrified about 2022. No audit happened. Make sure your records are organized. Keep all receipts. Document everything. The amendment itself isn't the problem. It's what caused the audit initially.
Tbh the IRS doesn't have the resources to audit everyone who got audited b4. They look for specific red flags like unusually high deductions, mismatched income reporting, or math errors. Def make sure ur 1099s match what you're reporting! Also, if ur in the same income bracket as last yr, the DIF score (what the IRS uses to flag returns) might be similar, so double-check everything that got flagged last time.
What's the exact timeframe between when you filed your amendment last year and when you received your refund? Was it approximately 8-9 months, or did you face additional delays beyond that?
Generally speaking, the IRS audit selection process works on a year-by-year basis. While prior audit history might be one factor in their selection algorithm, it's typically not the determining factor. Most audits are selected through their DIF scoring system, which looks at current year deviations from statistical norms for your income level and profession.
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Has anyone been seeing longer delays this tax season? I filed Feb 1st and STILL nothing! Getting really worried since I need this money for some urgent car repairs! 😫
According to IRS Publication 2043 (2024), the standard processing time for electronically filed returns is 21 calendar days. However, there are several factors that can extend this timeline: 1. Returns filed early in the season (January-mid February) often experience slightly longer processing times due to system validations and high volume. 2. Per Internal Revenue Code §6402(a), the IRS must verify certain data points which can add 5-7 days to processing. 3. Returns with no refundable credits typically process faster than those with credits. If you filed on February 7th and today is February 28th, you're still within the normal processing window. I would recommend checking your transcript next Tuesday, as that will mark the 21-day threshold.
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Here's what's actually happening with your return right now: 1. Your return was accepted by the IRS systems (this just means it passed basic validation) 2. Because you claimed refundable credits, it's subject to PATH Act restrictions 3. Your return is in a processing queue but not being actively worked yet 4. When PATH restrictions lift, your return enters active processing 5. Only after processing begins will your transcript update 6. The transcript system updates separately from the processing system This is why you can go from N/A to fully processed in one update. I appreciate everyone sharing their experiences here - it helps to know we're all in the same boat!
I've gone through this exact sequence three years in a row now! Last year I filed on January 24th and my transcript stayed N/A until February 22nd. Then suddenly everything updated at once and I had my refund two days later. The waiting is brutal but completely normal.
Does this processing queue work in a first-come-first-served order? Or do some returns get prioritized? I filed on January 29th but my sister filed on February 5th and already has her refund!
Be careful about calling the IRS too many times. Unlike checking your transcript, which has no downside, repeatedly calling can sometimes flag your account for additional review. I've seen cases where people called daily for two weeks, and their return suddenly needed additional verification. Not saying it will happen to you, but compared to other government agencies, the IRS has sophisticated tracking systems. If they see unusual patterns of contact, it can trigger manual review protocols. Better to check your transcript occasionally and wait for the normal processing timeline.
Josef Tearle
This is almost certainly identity theft. The IRS has specific procedures for this situation. You need to file a paper return with Form 14039 (Identity Theft Affidavit) attached. Include a copy of your government ID and as much documentation as possible. The IRS will then investigate both returns to determine which is legitimate. They'll also place an identity protection marker on your account for future years. Don't wait on this - identity thieves typically file early in the season to beat legitimate taxpayers to the punch. Also file a police report and FTC complaint at identitytheft.gov as this creates an official record of the theft.
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Shelby Bauman
I went through this exact situation two years ago. At first I panicked thinking my identity had been completely stolen, but it turned out to be much simpler. My previous employer had accidentally submitted a W-2 with a typo in the SSN that happened to match mine. I called the IRS, explained the situation, and they helped me file a paper return with documentation. It took about 12 weeks to process instead of the usual 3 weeks for e-filing, but everything worked out fine in the end. Don't assume the worst right away - there are several possible explanations that aren't identity theft!
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