Can anyone tell me exactly what time the transcripts update for 0405 cycle? I've heard it's at precisely 12:05am on Thursday mornings, but others say it's more like 3:00am or even 6:00am Eastern time. I've been checking at 12:01am, 3:01am, and 6:01am every Thursday for the past 21 days with no changes.

I've been through this before. In my experience, checking transcripts constantly just adds stress. I recommend setting up direct deposit if you haven't already, then just check once each Thursday morning. My cycle code was 0405 last year and 0505 the year before. Both times, my deposit arrived about 5-7 days after the transcript updated with an 846 code. The IRS is actually pretty consistent once they process your return.

Did you check your bank account to see if the money actually arrived on 2/22? And if it did, was it the full amount you were expecting? This would tell us a lot about what's happening with your situation.

I've been tracking these transcript codes for years, and here's what I've learned: the IRS systems aren't always logical in how they display information. Sometimes notices are generated automatically by one system while refunds are processed by another, and they don't always talk to each other in real-time. The fact that you amended your return is likely the key here - the 971 is probably just documentation of that amendment being processed, not a problem with your refund. Most people never even bother to check their transcripts and just get their refunds without knowing about all these behind-the-scenes codes.

I'm seeing a specific pattern with TaxSlayer returns this year. The Submission Processing Center seems to be batching them differently than returns from other preparers. My theory is it's related to the API integration between TaxSlayer and the IRS Modernized e-File system. Looking at the technical specs, TaxSlayer uses a different handshake protocol that might be causing the WMR status to lag behind the actual processing. Did you by chance use any tax credits on your return? Even without the major ones, certain business deductions can trigger additional verification that updates the transcript but not WMR.

OMG SAME THING HAPPENED TO ME!!! Filed on 2/10, transcript updated yesterday with 2/24 DDD, but WMR still shows nothing! I was freaking out until I saw your post! So relieved I'm not the only one dealing with this! I've been checking WMR literally every morning at 6am and every night at 10pm for weeks and was so confused why it wasn't updating. Thank you for sharing this - gives me hope my money is actually coming! 🙏

According to the IRS website (specifically https://www.irs.gov/publications/p501), only one person can claim HOH filing status based on the same qualifying person. This is a common issue with co-parents. Your options are: 1) File an amended return using Form 1040-X changing to Single status 2) If you believe you're actually entitled to HOH status based on another qualifying person, gather documentation to support this The IRS has been focusing more on HOH verification in recent years due to high rates of incorrect claims. The sooner you address this, the better your outcome will be.

I would suggest possibly exploring whether you might qualify for HOH through a different qualifying person than your co-parent is using. In some cases, taxpayers might have multiple qualifying dependents. It's also worth noting that the "same address" issue might not be problematic if you and your co-parent maintained separate households within that address and can document this. This is somewhat rare but possible in certain multi-unit dwellings or formally divided living spaces. I'd recommend consulting with a different tax professional for a second opinion before filing an amendment.

Fixed this last month. Called TOP. Found student loan offset. Disputed successfully. Got full refund. Took 17 days total. Keep all documentation. Take names and badge numbers. Follow up regularly. Don't give up. System works if you're persistent.

Back in 2022, I had the exact same issue. The BFS took $3,400 for defaulted student loans I didn't even know about (went to a school that shut down). If you call the Treasury Offset Program quickly, you might be able to request a review before the offset is processed. In my case, I was able to apply for a student loan discharge based on the school closure and eventually got the offset returned - but it took about 3 months. Document everything and act fast!