After experiencing this exact situation, I attempted to contact the IRS through normal channels for 3 weeks with no success. Their Taxpayer Assistance Centers were booked solid. I utilized Claimyr (https://claimyr.com) to secure a direct connection with an IRS agent. The representative confirmed my CTC for my 2023 newborn was in secondary processing and provided a Transaction Code 290 timeframe for resolution. The call expedited my case and my additional CTC was deposited 9 days later.

According to the IRS.gov forums and r/tax discussions I've been following, many parents are seeing a 4-6 week delay specifically for 2023 newborns. I'm really concerned because my mortgage payment is due soon and I was counting on this money. Has anyone received their additional CTC payment recently? The IRS2Go app isn't showing any updates for me.

Be careful about articles claiming there are new stimulus payments! I saw one that made me think I qualified for a new payment, but when I actually read it, they were just talking about regular tax credits that have existed for years. I spent hours researching only to find out it was misleading clickbait. I've checked the official IRS.gov website and there's nothing about new stimulus payments for 2024. Don't make financial plans assuming you'll get one!

The community consensus seems clear: there are NO new stimulus payments for 2024. What we do have are the standard tax credits that have been part of the tax code for years. As independent contractors, we should focus on maximizing our business deductions and looking into credits we might qualify for like the Earned Income Credit if your income falls within certain thresholds. Much better to plan based on what actually exists rather than hoping for a stimulus that isn't coming!

Everyone's telling you to wait, but that's like telling someone with a broken leg to be patient while the bone heals - technically correct but not helpful. Try requesting a taxpayer advocate through Form 911. It's like having a guide through the IRS maze instead of wandering blindly. I'm skeptical of the "just wait" approach because these adjustments can sometimes get stuck in processing loops if not actively addressed.

Had the EXACT same sitch last yr w/ my CTC. Got the 971 code on March 5th, notice arrived March 12th, refund finally hit my acct April 2nd. No 846 code until like 3 days b4 the $$ showed up. Tbh the waiting is the worst part, but at least ur transcript updated which is a good sign. Mine was stuck on N/A for weeks. U think they'd make this easier by now, right?

Think of IRS verification like your bank's fraud detection system. When I used my credit card in three different states in one day while traveling, my bank immediately flagged it and froze my card. The IRS does something similar with tax returns. Your newly married status is like suddenly using your credit card in a new country - it's not necessarily suspicious, but it's different enough from your previous pattern to trigger a verification check. About 1 in 20 taxpayers get selected for verification, and first-time status changes like MFJ are common triggers.

I went through this exact situation last year after getting married! It was frustrating at first, but the verification process ended up being pretty straightforward. I used the ID.me online option and was verified within 15 minutes. My refund was delayed by about 2 weeks compared to my typical timeline from previous years. Interestingly, my spouse and I both had to verify separately even though we filed jointly. Have you checked if your spouse also needs to verify but maybe the letter hasn't arrived yet?

When they say April 5th, is that when they're sending it or when you should expect to receive it? This is an important distinction that often confuses taxpayers. The date they provide is typically when the IRS releases the funds to your financial institution, not necessarily when you'll see it in your account. Why does this matter? Because depending on your bank's processing times, you might not see the money until April 8th or 9th, especially if the 5th falls on a weekend or holiday.

OMG I'm so mad at the IRS right now!!! They told me March 15th and I STILL don't have my money!!! 😡😡😡 Maybe try calling the Taxpayer Advocate Service instead of just waiting? They sometimes can push things through faster if you have a financial hardship. The number is 1-877-777-4778. I'm going to try them tomorrow because this wait is ridiculous!!