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    Carl
      @carlsearch

      Just got off a call with the IRS…Rep said I have been selected for a “random” review. My return was accepted on 1/25…I called because last week my bars disappeared and WMR said “your tax return is still being processed” “A refund date will be provided when available”

      The rep said it will delay things about 2 cycles whatever that means. Told me I could call back on 3/7/2018.

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      • #4249563
        Jeannine adkind

          I filed Jan with turbo tax waited 60 days then got a letter stating under review then another 60 days was told under examantion butvnot an audit lol called had to send in my income verification she verified some stuff on the phone said they were behind and it’s probably be feb before they actually got to it WHAT ??? Yep got a letter saying the same thing they’d be in touch and let me kno if they needed anything else .. FEB .. wow …

        • #4249439
          dulce ortiz

            i filed on feb got accepted right away i got a letter saying i will be under review for 60 days the 60 days where up and nothing i received another letter that i needed to send some documents i did that and that would take another 60 days to review my 60 days are past actually its been over my 60 days i called them and the lady said shes going to referred me to another department because they couldnt verify my income she said someone will be calling me in 5 days but i think its just b.s what is going on i had plans with that money why are they doing this? has anybody else bee through this?? this is so sad and aggravating at the same time

          • #4249293
            Robert

              I filed my 2016 income tax return on march have not received no letters they have been giving the run around i called they transferred me to the audit department called today examination lady told me that the audit was cancelled told me to call a TA which i just did now i have to wait cuz suppose i have to verify my income for that year 2016 i filed my 2017 received it with out a problem. I thought once audit department released the it i was going to receive my refund.now they transferred my account to another department

            • #4248033
              Debbie Olsen

                I’m actually a Tax preparer who e filed 2/27/18 using my ptin through my company’s filing system. I was selected for manual review. Had to do the ID verification which to me was ironic because I had to prove my identity to get my ptin. I verify my and I’m told to allow up to 9 weeks but not to worry because it won’t take that long. A few weeks in to the 9 weeks I get the 60 day letter which extended it out past the original 9 weeks. The 60 days were up on 6/4/18 I call to find out what’s going on and I am told my return has not been processed but they will send a referral and to give it another 60 days. The tax advocates are a joke not helpful at all. I’ve already had to sell my car to prevent a hardship which means I’ll soon be without a job. I already know that when the second 60 days is up I’ll be told it’ll be another 60 days. It’s all a stall tactic. Those being told their wages weren’t reported are being flat out lied to. The hold up is the funds aren’t available to pay refunds.

              • #4247999
                Denise

                  Hi, I was accepted by the IRS was suppose to receive my return the end of Feb, looked on where’s my refund had a message stating that my return had been applied to a past due tax obligation, I s/w the IRS the month of March the month April the month of May and so far this month for June, I was advised that I had been audited for the years of 2014,2015 and had a debt cancellation for 2016, I hadn’t received any review information in the mail because I had moved for those years, I s/w a IRS rep and was told I was eligible for audit reconsideration and that it could take up to 60 days well I’m wayyyyy past 60 days. I got a TA and got a pin code but I’m still waiting. Was even told by the TA that someone may have tried to fill my children each year after I filed. I’m so confused and lost cause this has never happen.

                • #4247569
                  Sheryl

                    I FILED 1/25 ACCEPTED 1/29 WAR BAR APPEARED AND THEN DISAPPEARED ON VALENTINES. Called IRS got the run around with call back in 21 days did that then it was 8 weeks, did that. Then I got pissed, called Tax Advocates. They responded within a few days gave me a ddd date of 4/30. 4/30 came and went no refund.McAllen advocate again got a supervisor on the line she gave me a ddd of 5/17. Still no refund, got the supervisors supervisor on the phone, got a datext of 06/05….. NADDA!

                  • #4247367
                    laura

                      FINALLY!! F/A 1/29 got 4464c dated 2/27 called another 60 days got a TA middle of May and finally my transcript updated today with the 846 refund issued for 6/6!!

                    • #4247328
                      Nicole C

                        I’m still waiting also. Filed in January. Got letter I was under review. Then letter stating I can take eic again and should receive refund in 6 weeks if I don’t owe anything. I don’t think I owe anything. Checked the treasury department no record. WMR just says still processing. If they took it wouldn’t it say?

                      • #4247288
                        ciaran lewis

                          I filed my taxes on Jan 31,received my state taxes in 2 weeks, received a letter stating I was in review March 1, for 60 days, My 60 days was up May 1,I called and was told a referral was put in and to wait additional 60 days, which brings me up to June 30, Was told nothing is wrong just still under review, 4 months and still no tax return,TA dont help,I dont qualify,this is beyond crazy..

                        • #4247050
                          Kimmy

                            I POSTED THIS ON ANOTHER FORM MAYBE SOMEONE IS GOING THROUGH THE SAME THING

                            This really sucks did my taxes on Jan 29 called on February and was told wait 45 day waited 45 day then tell me no wait 60 days waited 60 days only for it to be still under review please give another 60 days called and they told me that I had to verify my wages cause my employer didn’t they are out of business I have to verify my wages and I lost everything I my storage unit cause I lost my apartment I lost my unit I had all my things in with all my w2 and paystubs cause I lost my job and now I living in a hotel with my children with so friends untill I can find a job which is not easy . This year has started out real rough but I keep telling myself I’m alive and I have a roof over my head and a hot meal and a hot shower along with my kids. BUT now what do I do if I lost all my stuff how do go about verifying my wages if I have nothing to give. Best thing to do is have faith but does the ppl in the IRS realize how they are messing with ppl lives. Just a little venting thanks everyone for reading. I’m staying positive. NO MATTER WHAT EVERYTHING WILL WORK ITS SELF OUT.

                          • #4246708
                            stasia

                              oh I DID NOT GET A TAX ADVOCATE

                            • #4246706
                              stasia

                                filed 02.01.2018 accepted 02.02.2018 letter dated 02.22.2018 60 day review period called irs first week of march stated posted in there dept 03.12.2018 wait another 60 days called the last week of march rep reffered account to the under review dept to let them know its been over 60 days try to advised me to get a tax advocate approved 05.05.2018 ddd 05.092018 the irs didnt adjusted anything still received my full refund

                              • #4246698
                                Liz

                                  Has anyone that has been put on a 60 day review received their refund yet??? I’m on day 62 and nothing yet ……please someone give me some good news

                                • #4246692
                                  Spooky

                                    @Katie: 1-800-829-0582; then when asked for extension use 652. Good luck! I was told after my 60 were up, they were sending a letter to “that department” that had the hold an it can be another 60 days. Sigh

                                  • #4246690
                                    Katie

                                      My 60 day review is over. What number can I call to speak to a real person?!

                                    • #4246560
                                      Rachel

                                        @Liz you can go on the IRS site and request your transcript. A lot of people have trouble creating an account to look at them online but you can request one by mail. ALSO if you call you can request one via fax. You just need to verify some previous tax year questions. The codes on there will tell you whats going on typically if you can decipher them. Google comes in handy for that.

                                      • #4246545
                                        Liz

                                          How do you get a transcript? On there it will say if there’s a mistake? I’m trying to understand all of thes post……day 60 is tomorrow for me and after reading this thread I’m losing hope that tomorrow it will finally update :-( please help

                                        • #4246541
                                          TiredOfWaiting

                                            WMR updates between 3am and 6am. If you filed in January are are still waiting or it’s been 9 weeks since you successfully I’D verified I would get a TA. The IRS is loco this year. They are even taking a long time to respond and process what the TA request (they are supposed to respond in a week and process within 2 weeks). But you won’t know what is going on otherwise, your shit is just sitting on somebody desk. I filed in Feb. and got a TA in March, my money is to.be deposited on Monday. My TA got managers and everything involved like a week.ago cause my examiner was dragging her feet with processing my stuff. Yes I made an error but we not perfect. And it was no reason to hold my refund this long when they are me a larger refund once my error is corrected. Had they not played with my money I wouldn’t have even known. Stay on top of it whether u get a TA or not. This is your money and we all need the go social breakthrough. Good luck guys!

                                          • #4246535
                                            Flsunshine

                                              I’ve been checking this website ever since February. I filied January 29th with turbo tax and was accepted the same day. After about a week my bars disappeared and displayed the message that most people have, your refund is being processed. So after about a month a called IRS and was told I was under review and I should have received a letter. So a few days later I got the letter saying I was under review and wait 60 days the letter was dated 3-5. So I waited a few more weeks and called IRS again and spoke to a very nice lady and she said well you should hopefully have you refund this week because you filied a while ago so it shouldn’t be much longer. After giving it a few more weeks I got a TA. (And I spoke to IRS 3 different times and all three times was told nothing was wrong with the return just under general review) so when I spoke to my TA she said let’s see whats wrong with your return. I said oh nothing is wrong just under review. She said well if your under review there is something wrong. She found the problem in 5 minutes. Instead of putting my 1099 under the correct thing I put it under a w4. So she put in the request to have it released do to a hardship. She called me the next week very upset saying they still haven’t touched your return and they have a protocol to follow and how she sent a mean email to the one doing my return to have someone else do it. She said that IRS is swamped and they work day and night but they are doing things so differently. She said hopefully I would have a date this weekend since I’m weekly. She is scheduled to call me tomorrow but I checked my transcript and I received a 846 this am. I was literally on the phone not even an hour requesting a TA and she called me 3 days later and was very nice. I would suggest getting a TA! I would still be waiting and I filied in January!

                                            • #4246533
                                              Donnie

                                                @Kimmy, please keep in touch and post updates as I will. My WMR page still says same thing. No bars or anything.

                                              • #4246526
                                                Kimmy

                                                  Argeed !!!!!

                                                • #4246524
                                                  Donnie

                                                    @Kimmy, yes ma’am I understand completely! I got the 4883c letter, verified my identity and still nothing has changed on my where’s my refund page. Still says processing and below that tax topic 152.

                                                    This has made my life hell as well!

                                                  • #4246522
                                                    Kimmy

                                                      This just really sucks for ALOT of ppl …. I don’t understand I never recieved no letter no nothing there not asking if me and still after being told 45 days 2 days before my 45 days are up i called and they to told me 60 days and now another 60 days yet nothing is changed with my taxes so Im just over it… I sure ALOT of ppl are and just as slot of ppl here I need to play catch up with my money and yet I’m losing hope

                                                    • #4246520
                                                      Donnie

                                                        @Kimmy, I’ve read on here some folks said in another thread it was 3am but they didn’t specify if it was state or federal they were talking about as they had mentioned both in their comments. So idk. I’d like to know as well.

                                                      • #4246518
                                                        Kimmy

                                                          That’s funny ya

                                                        • #4246516
                                                          Donnie

                                                            @Kimmy, I just asked the same question on another thread lol

                                                          • #4246512
                                                            Kimmy

                                                              Does anyone know what time wmr update ????

                                                            • #4246501
                                                              Soulsinabottle

                                                                So I got my letter on March 5th. When I called today because I still didn’t have a DDD they said “I’ve already had several of these today, I’ll have to do a referal and it can take up to another 60 days” I really need that money but my household doesn’t qualify for a TA. This is really ruining my mothers day weekend.

                                                              • #4246472
                                                                iwantmy$$

                                                                  So as of today IRS is still holding my refund telling me that they don’t need any other info… HOWEVER I did have a referral put in 4/30/18 and they told me it could be up to another 4-6 weeks before I know anything

                                                                • #4246345
                                                                  Kimmy

                                                                    @Spookyrides Agreed I can only imagen that all got there’s so what do they care…..

                                                                  • #4246343
                                                                    Spookyrides

                                                                      @Kimmy: mines the same, filed 1-28, placed on a 45 day hold, then suddenly it became a 60 day hold. Told to call back next Monday. At this rate I’d feel lucky to get the damn refund by July. And there’s no one to hold accountable on their end.

                                                                    • #4246341
                                                                      Kimmy

                                                                        I filed on Jan 29 called on fed 27 and was told I was under review wait 45 days would end on the March 12 called after 3/12 still wait review starts on 3/12 and ends on the 27th of April Oki so I called week of 27 and was told no wait it’s not 45 days its 60 days and it started on 3)7 and ends on the may 6 (on a Sunday ) Oki called today and guess what they said oh I’m sorry looks like they haven’t done anything ill send out a referral and they contact you if not not call back in 60 more days mind you I have never received a letter nothing no clue as to what going on OH YA and I don’t qualify for a TA ya this really sucks !!!!

                                                                      • #4246226
                                                                        Mindy wilson

                                                                          Woke up to a ddd of may 9th so happy …..

                                                                        • #4246222
                                                                          Daj

                                                                            Yesss
                                                                            So just wanted to update u guys I filed Feb 1 I was accepted Feb 5 wmr bars disappeared on the 11th of Feb received my letter to wait 60 days on Feb 25 ugh April 26 called its cuz I hadn’t received anything the lady put in a referral to have my refund released….I was told may 23 for and. DDD woke up today to may 9 as a ddd I hope this helps plp…….this has been long in stressful but good luck peeps

                                                                          • #4246211
                                                                            Nita

                                                                              Finally I’m so happy I’ve been checking wmr every day since I filed on January 29, 2018 and it’s 4am in New Jersey and today I finally got a DDD for May 9th and my birthday is on the 15th I’m so excited just in time for my vacations 😊

                                                                            • #4246014
                                                                              Rachel

                                                                                I filed in January and wages were off. Was under review and finally got a TA in March. She had me do an amended return and she submitted 3/16. I finally got a call from her today that the IRS made the adjustment yesterday and I could potentially see my DD next week. Praying

                                                                              • #4245997
                                                                                Thankful

                                                                                  I was under review CP05 that’s was up April 26,used a tax advocate just got DDD of March 7 . Hang in there it’s coming.

                                                                                • #4245974
                                                                                  Kelly Rankin

                                                                                    Just got off phone with IRS. was Given a date of 5/02 that my 60 day review date was up today and if i didn’t receive my funds or a letter or update on WMR i can call today. i received no letter, no update and no money…she said she has to send a referral to review department to see whats going on with my taxes…saying they are still under review and it could take up to 60 days to get any kind of update!

                                                                                  • #4245957
                                                                                    Mindy wilson

                                                                                      Called today rep told me there in the process of releasing my funds so stoked hoping for ddd soon myself its been a long worrisome waiting game all i can say is play the waitimg game as they want an it will come through shoot i got 2 60 day letters one cp05 an then a hold for a review it sucked but all is turning out in the end

                                                                                    • #4245866
                                                                                      Daj

                                                                                        Sooo I filed Feb 1 but it’s said it was the 5th but received my letter Feb 25 to wait 60 days so April 25 made 60 days called first rep still under review called April 26 lady sent a referral now. I’m told to wait another 60 days this is very frustrating

                                                                                      • #4245821
                                                                                        Samantha

                                                                                          @Naomionekanobe Congratulations! I am hoping for a DDD soon. I had the 424 then 420. Icalled today and they said they are just reviewing it.

                                                                                        • #4245792
                                                                                          Naomionekanobe

                                                                                            @laura

                                                                                            I had the exact thing and have a DDD for 5/2

                                                                                          • #4245787
                                                                                            MKR

                                                                                              @Michael Bliss
                                                                                              Yeah, I’ve seen too many posts regarding missing w2s to believe that it is not a stall tactic.

                                                                                            • #4245784
                                                                                              Michael Bliss

                                                                                                @xxtina: I am confused why the IRS reps are telling people that. If you efiled ( like I did with TurboTax), your W2s are uploaded when you file. I’m waiting on the same thing from 2/9/18. Got that wonderful 4464c letter dated 3/15/18, and I’m supposed to wait the full 60 days ( also told 45 days). Also, I don’t not qualify for a TA.

                                                                                                The IRS has to start paying interest 45 days after the 4/17 date, so I’m guessing that like a miracle 99% of the waiters will all have their refunds by he end of May.

                                                                                              • #4245782
                                                                                                Xxtina

                                                                                                  @audra it doesn’t matter if your review is up. Mines was up April 23rd and still nothing. Basically you will be told for additional 60 days. I finally qualified for a TA. My return was on hold because my employer didn’t submit my wages. So I had to fax everything over to my TA and she told me that I should recieve my refund within 2-4weeks.

                                                                                                • #4245776
                                                                                                  Audra

                                                                                                    My review was up April 26 2018 How long does it take after that for the funds to be released Anybody?

                                                                                                  • #4245698
                                                                                                    Laura

                                                                                                      F/A 1/29 got the 4464c in February and I Finally called today as my 60 days is up and was told by the very nice women that my refund was still not ready to be released per the system but because it has been past 60 days that she can write up a referral to the processing department informing them to either release my refund or provide me with information they need to release my refund but go figure this could take up to 60 another 60 days. 😡 anyone have a similar situation and gotten their refund yet?

                                                                                                    • #4245690
                                                                                                      NetraF
                                                                                                        @netraf

                                                                                                        @naomionekanobe F/A 1/29 4464c: 03/05/18 Code: 570

                                                                                                        Transcript: Return Due: 03/05/18 – 04/15/18 whichever is later
                                                                                                        Received: 02/19/2018
                                                                                                        Processing: 03/05/18

                                                                                                        I don’t qualify for a TA and get refused so I just continue to wait.

                                                                                                        Congrats!

                                                                                                      • #4245688
                                                                                                        Naomionekanobe

                                                                                                          @netraF

                                                                                                          Just waited. TA always refused to help me.

                                                                                                        • #4245686
                                                                                                          Canes18

                                                                                                            Congratulations @naomionekanobe

                                                                                                          • #4245679
                                                                                                            NetraF
                                                                                                              @netraf

                                                                                                              @Naomionekanobe

                                                                                                              Did you use a TA or just waited?

                                                                                                            • #4245677
                                                                                                              Naomionekanobe

                                                                                                                After almost a full 90 days after filing I finally woke up to 846 this morning DDD 5/2

                                                                                                              • #4245667
                                                                                                                Canes18

                                                                                                                  @sam

                                                                                                                  I believe @rachel has been waiting longer than or almost 7 weeks so I don’t think that’s happening everywhere (TAs getting better results)

                                                                                                                • #4245649
                                                                                                                  Sam

                                                                                                                    My advice for everyone here is to contact a tax advocate do not wait for updates for the IRS because they will not give you any information they’re buying time giving out 60 day notices to handle backed up returns. Contact the tax advocate so you can get started on whatever mishap if any on your return the irs has up to 7 weeks to issue your refund from there! God bless

                                                                                                                  • #4245634
                                                                                                                    Mindy

                                                                                                                      Under review for another 60 days is what i am told today as for my frist 60 days wasnt enough they need more more more time to process my return this is so unbelievable i try to be understanding but i feel like there just running me around dam just tell me what i need to due already

                                                                                                                    • #4245423
                                                                                                                      Moni

                                                                                                                        Filed 2/14 then have code of 570 on 3/26 code 971 4/2 received letter ( CPO5) stating they have until 5/17 to finish their review. last night they updated my transcripts to code 846 4/27.
                                                                                                                        But my WMR has not updated as of yet

                                                                                                                      • #4245417
                                                                                                                        Still under review

                                                                                                                          No news here just same your refund is still processing. I’m under review until 5/4. I filed on 2/2 with TT. I have called irs 3x everytime they say wait until 5/4 and if you still haven’t received a letter or refund call us back.

                                                                                                                        • #4245390
                                                                                                                          Mindy wilson

                                                                                                                            Has anyone got there refunds yet or any info to share i recived the one letter but nothing sesne filed 1/29

                                                                                                                          • #4245270
                                                                                                                            JS

                                                                                                                              Filed On 2/23/18 and Was Paper Filed
                                                                                                                              Called And Verified ID On 3/21/2018
                                                                                                                              Called On 4/4/18 Rep Said Under Review
                                                                                                                              Called On 4/6/18 Rep said under review
                                                                                                                              Called On 4/9/18 Review department received on 4/2/18
                                                                                                                              Called On 4/12/18 Rep said under review 3/27/18
                                                                                                                              Called On 4/19/18 rep said under review start from 4/16/18
                                                                                                                              Check WMR On 4/21/18 Got DDD for 4/25/18

                                                                                                                              Just Wanted To Share My Situation Because An irs Rep Told Me on 4/19/18 that my return was Under review and that review didnt start til the 4/16/18 and only 3 days from there WMR updated with DDD

                                                                                                                            • #4245198
                                                                                                                              Naomionekanobe

                                                                                                                                F/ 1/29
                                                                                                                                Cycle 20180705
                                                                                                                                4464c dated 02/12
                                                                                                                                Tc424 4/12/2018
                                                                                                                                Tc420 4/13/2018

                                                                                                                                As of date 5/7/2018

                                                                                                                                Called today and i will hear something or get a letter within 50 days. Anyone with the 424/420 get a refund?

                                                                                                                              • #4245098
                                                                                                                                Rachel

                                                                                                                                  Yeah I don’t want anyone there getting laid off or we REALLY won’t ever be seeing our refunds! lol Apparently they are already short staffed.

                                                                                                                                • #4245088
                                                                                                                                  Michael

                                                                                                                                    My sentiments exactly for @Amber. If you are going to use this board, at least provide a legitimate response. You have not presented any logical reasoning for being upset. All of us here waiting are upset too. However, we are telling our stories, logging our process etc. You failed to mention when you filed, if you received any letters from the IRS, and if so, what are the dates on the letters? This info would be helpful for other to craft a reasonable answer for you.

                                                                                                                                  • #4245086
                                                                                                                                    Canes18

                                                                                                                                      @amber

                                                                                                                                      You aren’t the only one here. Why would you wish for someone’s provider to lose their source of income because you aren’t getting your refundable credits, money you didn’t pay in anyway? “They bitch asses” probably have kids to care for and families as well, they are just doing their jobs as directed. Why don’t you do society a favor and broaden your self centered thinking, learn proper English while you’re at it. Thanks.

                                                                                                                                    • #4245074
                                                                                                                                      Amber

                                                                                                                                        They have been doing this to me for 3 years now I’m still waiting for my refund the IRS is full of shit I can’t wait til everything goes bad for them an everything crashes an they start getting laid off so they bitch ass know how it feels

                                                                                                                                      • #4245002
                                                                                                                                        Rachel
                                                                                                                                          @rfl03

                                                                                                                                          Week 11 for me too. No letter, no nothing from the stupid IRS

                                                                                                                                        • #4245000
                                                                                                                                          NITA

                                                                                                                                            WEEK 11 FOR ME I STILL DIDNT GET ANYTHING AND I FILED ON
                                                                                                                                            1-29-18

                                                                                                                                          • #4244939
                                                                                                                                            Michael

                                                                                                                                              Week 10 since I filed/accepted ( 2-9-2018). 4464c letter 3-15-2018.

                                                                                                                                            • #4244924
                                                                                                                                              MKR

                                                                                                                                                Week 11 here.

                                                                                                                                              • #4244919
                                                                                                                                                NetraF
                                                                                                                                                  @netraf

                                                                                                                                                  Week 12 for me :(
                                                                                                                                                  No updates.

                                                                                                                                                • #4244917
                                                                                                                                                  TiredOfWaiting

                                                                                                                                                    @ key Martin week 10 for me no refund no update.

                                                                                                                                                  • #4244914
                                                                                                                                                    Key martin

                                                                                                                                                      Did any one get their refunds yet I’m on week 6 😒

                                                                                                                                                    • #4244216
                                                                                                                                                      Mad Jay

                                                                                                                                                        Waiting on mine

                                                                                                                                                      • #4244207
                                                                                                                                                        Gwen

                                                                                                                                                          Ok, refund 60 day review ended and know know being referred,can someone tell me what this means? I called and they said it could be another 60 days.

                                                                                                                                                        • #4243942
                                                                                                                                                          Crystal

                                                                                                                                                            I got accepted on January 23 it says, my bar dissapear after i received my state , its been a long time i been waiting for federal! I was waiting for my taxes to pay my bills and because it didnt come im in collection debt! This is crazy i never waited this long for taxes before

                                                                                                                                                          • #4243773
                                                                                                                                                            Elisha Elmore

                                                                                                                                                              Can anyone tell me how much longer I gmhave to wait it’s been a very long time and I still have no good news but to wait 30 to 45 more days

                                                                                                                                                            • #4243700
                                                                                                                                                              Shirley N Brown

                                                                                                                                                                How much longer will I have to wait until I see anything about my review

                                                                                                                                                              • #4243613
                                                                                                                                                                Nita

                                                                                                                                                                  No updates yet well not for me I’ve filed and got accepted January 29th and I received a notice saying I’m under a 60 day review. I was reading some old post from last year 45-60 day review and everyone received there federal tax refund the ending of April so we should have ours by the week of April 23 – 27. Keeping my fingers crossed.

                                                                                                                                                                • #4243557
                                                                                                                                                                  PhickDiva

                                                                                                                                                                    Updates anyone?

                                                                                                                                                                    I’m hoping we will wake up to something tomorrow.

                                                                                                                                                                  • #4243082
                                                                                                                                                                    Prettyladyte
                                                                                                                                                                      @prettyladyte

                                                                                                                                                                      @Mrs.Graziano ok thanks for responding and I received the CP05 3/12 and am still waiting I was told to give it til 4/26 hoping and praying I receive my money before then

                                                                                                                                                                    • #4242767
                                                                                                                                                                      Mrs.Graziano

                                                                                                                                                                        @PrettyLadyte!! Oh yeah. I forgot to mention that once I got the TA, the regular IRS customer service rep could no longer see anything on my acct. I was good with that since none of them were giving me useful info anyway!

                                                                                                                                                                      • #4242764
                                                                                                                                                                        Mrs.Graziano

                                                                                                                                                                          @PrettyLadyte Dang. Yea, so I guess you would have to have a document like I did which was my disconnect notice to actually get a response. I did call the 877 777 4778 number and let the intake lady know that I was “about” to have a hardship and she still wrote up a file and put me on hold with a PIN number for an advocate. I had to hang up after waiting almost two hours! Idk if you could actually wait that long. That is why I decided to fax my stuff at Kinko’s. My advocate let me know a whole lot more about what was going on with my return tho. It was worth the wait and extra effort to know what she saw on my account that NO ONE at that IRS customer service number could or would tell me about. If you are sure that you have no errors on your return, then just wait til April 3rd before calling your local office. In the meantime, call your employer’s HR office to find out the date they sent W2 info to the IRS for 2017. Knowing dates of documentation forwarding can at least put a time frame on when the IRS should have starting comparing notes on your wages. My question for anybody at the IRS is does the 4464 letter signify 45 days from the notice date AND THEN another 60 days if your received the cp05 letter??? That is what NO ONE could EVER tell me at the IRS and THAT is my biggest pet peave. WE CHECK EVERY FRIGGIN DAY FOR MOVEMENT AND REALLY SHOULD NOT START CHECKING UNTIL WHAT DAY????!!!!

                                                                                                                                                                        • #4242758
                                                                                                                                                                          Prettyladyte
                                                                                                                                                                            @prettyladyte

                                                                                                                                                                            @Mrs.Graziano how can I fax a form if I don’t have a fax machine?? How can I get a TA I don’t have any hardships ?

                                                                                                                                                                          • #4242743
                                                                                                                                                                            Mrs.Graziano

                                                                                                                                                                              @Prettyladyte I agree!! This is stupid. It doesn’t help that info changes with each different IRS rep. I want to think that the tax advocates actually do their job and advocate for us, not the IRS. So please. Do yourself a favor and fax in a 911 tax advocate form to your local office if you still have no movement by April 3rd. You and I both were accepted in late January and it is completely unfair that the 4464 letter said 45 days and still we both have no solid news!!

                                                                                                                                                                            • #4242740
                                                                                                                                                                              Prettyladyte
                                                                                                                                                                                @prettyladyte

                                                                                                                                                                                @Mrs.Graziano this is ridiculous & I was told I would have a update this week here it is Wednesday so when will I see any update ??

                                                                                                                                                                              • #4242728
                                                                                                                                                                                Mrs.Graziano

                                                                                                                                                                                  @Prettyladyte I have the exact same dates as you on my transcript and still nothing! I got a TA involved by faxing in my info to the local advocate office on the 3/13 and I am waiting to hear something from her by tomorrow!! Praying for some movement and a DDD soon. This year’s drama could have been easily avoided if the IRS had implemented software that would separate returns “flagged” for wage or ID issues and sent filers portals to upload documentation that could then be authenticated by phone correspondence and/or letters being uploaded. You really CANNOT convince me that in the technology driven world we now live in that this process could not have been sped up using the CAPTCHA, Single Sign-On or E-Verify data programs!!

                                                                                                                                                                                • #4242704
                                                                                                                                                                                  Really fed up

                                                                                                                                                                                    Yes me too same as u

                                                                                                                                                                                  • #4242702
                                                                                                                                                                                    Prettyladyte
                                                                                                                                                                                      @prettyladyte

                                                                                                                                                                                      Good morning it’s been 62 long days since I filed…is anyone else a 0705 processing date 3/5 and 971 on 3/12 ??

                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4242495
                                                                                                                                                                                      moni

                                                                                                                                                                                        just got off phone with IRS .. was told that they sent out letter to me on the 12th of March. I did not get the letter so she read it to me. Under review do nothing if I don’t hear from them or have refund by the 26th of April call them back.

                                                                                                                                                                                        I filed on 2/15 have code 570 dated 3/26 and 971 dated 4/2

                                                                                                                                                                                        UGH!!!

                                                                                                                                                                                      • #4242487
                                                                                                                                                                                        Really fed up

                                                                                                                                                                                          My tax advocate put in for my hold to be realised on the 12 still on hold there all dumb

                                                                                                                                                                                        • #4242478
                                                                                                                                                                                          MKR

                                                                                                                                                                                            They letters are just a buffer. They are undermanned and overwhelmed.

                                                                                                                                                                                          • #4242456
                                                                                                                                                                                            Lea

                                                                                                                                                                                              I filed and was accepted on 02/03. Received letter on 03/09 about review. Just spoke to Tax Advocate today and was told that she had advised them that I am to be released bc the hold had nothing to do with my numbers but due to my W2 FEIN number not matching what is in the IRS system. After speaking with my HR dept., I have come to the conclusion that- They are BS’ing us and just looking for excuses to hold our refunds. NO ONE else in my company (over 200 employees) has had their returns held so I don’t believe that garbage.. hopefully it’s now getting released as she said. I am just waiting on her to call me back with my DDD. This has been the most ridiculous tax season EVER!!

                                                                                                                                                                                            • #4241810
                                                                                                                                                                                              MKR

                                                                                                                                                                                                @holly

                                                                                                                                                                                                They have 7 weeks from the time you contacted TA? I F/A 1/29, got 4464c on March 12. Not going to mess with tax advocate. As I have posted before, they are short handed and are behind. Hold releases are rolling out.

                                                                                                                                                                                              • #4241805
                                                                                                                                                                                                Mary Ellison

                                                                                                                                                                                                  Same here. Filed and accepted 1/29. 45 day review when i called the lady informed me. I should get a letter. The letter says it could take an additional 60 damn days man wtf!!!! Just got off the phone with a nasty lady whom told me basically not to call back until May 😣

                                                                                                                                                                                                • #4241655
                                                                                                                                                                                                  Holly

                                                                                                                                                                                                    Filed return on 1/31/2018 and accepted same evening. Waited and waited bars never changed from that point. Called irs 2x’s got same story as most , under review to wait until March 30 or until i get a letter from irs. Got irs. Letter on 3/06/18. Letter stated under review for income, eic ,blah blah! No Action needed from me at this time. Got a tax advocate on 03/13 who is working to have my taxes released due to hardship. Waiting to hear Back from advocate by 3/22/2018. Was told by my advocated that she should know something in about 2 weeks but they have 7 weeks to resolve my tax issue. So here i am still waiting on day 50

                                                                                                                                                                                                  • #4241632
                                                                                                                                                                                                    Ashley G

                                                                                                                                                                                                      @HMM

                                                                                                                                                                                                      I’m in the same boat! My husband and I filed 1/26 and it was accepted 1/29. We called after he 21 day mark and told I was under review. The time frame was 45 days from 2/15. But then I got my letter. 60 days from the date of the letter now (3/6). We close on a home next Thursday. It’s very upsetting! We had one change, my husband is going to college with his GI bill so he claimed that. That’s the only change. And it’s not that significant. Many people go back to school every year. At least aI’m not alone. This has been the most stressed I’ve ever been during tax season. We’ve never had a tax issue, and we’re honest people.

                                                                                                                                                                                                      Come check back in when you finally get you’re return!

                                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4241498
                                                                                                                                                                                                      Jeanean

                                                                                                                                                                                                        Same here. I barely make any money and claimed the same things I have claimed for the past 7 years. Can’t understand why my measly income and standard deductions would warrant any kind of bells going off. Very frustrated!

                                                                                                                                                                                                      • #4241429
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Rachel

                                                                                                                                                                                                          @LaurenJohnson a tax advocate I believe works WITH the IRS but independantly..?? Someone correct me if I am wrong. They are supposed to “advocate” for the tax payer (or filer) who is having a hardship and is not getting answers from the IRS. You can fill out a 911 form via IRS website and there should be a link for you to click on for your state and will give you the number and fax number to your local TA. Fax the form along with any documentation you have showing you are suffering a hardship (i.e, late notices, disconnect, eviction, etc…) It usually takes a few days to get a response.
                                                                                                                                                                                                          https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f911.pdf

                                                                                                                                                                                                        • #4241432
                                                                                                                                                                                                          Rachel

                                                                                                                                                                                                            @LaurenJohnson – if you have any documentation that you are suffering a hardship you can send that with it (i.e. disconnect notices, late notices, eviction…etc)

                                                                                                                                                                                                          • #4241430
                                                                                                                                                                                                            Rachel

                                                                                                                                                                                                              @Lauren Johnson fill this form out and find the number/fax to your local TA office. They are work with the IRS but independently to try and help tax payers having issues. https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f911.pdf

                                                                                                                                                                                                            • #4241425
                                                                                                                                                                                                              Rachel

                                                                                                                                                                                                                @HMM I am so sorry. I too am a single working mother of 3 kids – barely keeping things afloat. I don’t want to have to be dependent on my tax refund to pay my bills but like you I have some debt I was looking forward to paying off and believe it or not I’m still trying to get caught up financially after Christmas. Cost of living is so expensive. $1500 rent payment just sucks almost an entire paycheck. I can manage to pay my monthly bills but its so difficult for me to save anything and I am looking forward to having a little bit I can set aside for an emergency. If you would have told me 2 months ago that I wouldn’t have my refund by March I would not have believed it. I feel your pain :-/

                                                                                                                                                                                                              • #4241403
                                                                                                                                                                                                                HMM

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  I was one of the lucky winners of the trending “random review” of tax returns. Filed & accepted 1/29. Waited…waited…waited. Called the IRS and after figuring out the magic formula for the routing system, was told 45 days maximum from my acceptance date. Waited two weeks more. Got a letter 3/8 stating that it could be another 60 days! This is possibly the worst thing a government could do to a working, tax paying, single parent who just spent every dime, and then some, on a move to better her family’s situation. I was counting on the timely arrival of that money to pay off my small amount of debt and buy a ‘new to me’ car (I don’t own one but was blessed to have a loaner for several months) to get to and from the job I moved for. I’d really like to NOT lose my job, home, mind! I don’t remember the last time I felt this defeated and anxiety drowned. All of this because I filed a basic tax return and claimed the same three kids I’ve always claimed for child tax credit? I don’t even know. I’m done trying to figure out how I’m ever supposed to get my head above water. Unbelievable!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                • #4241170
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Lauren Johnson

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Can someone explain what getting an Advocate means? Is it someone in the irs ?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    We filed through turbo tax , had three W2’s same amount of children (3) ect. Just a bigger refund from my husband working so much this year. Filed Feb 1st it was accepted same day. Called about Feb. 22th found out we were under review but with no reason really. Got a letter in the mail stating it started the 23rd of Feb.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    There has been no update on it at all which is upsetting me because we really need the money bill wise and fixing our vehicle ect. Anyone has suggestions what to call and say or who to speak to ? They have really screwed us holding it out with no explanation..

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • #4241071
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Ashley8

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      I also lost my bars sometime after March 9th. Says still being processed a refund date will be shown when available topic 152.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4241066
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Ashley8

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Filed on 2/22 was approved the same day. Already received my state however its passed the 21day mark for federal. I called and they said I was under review, asked if I got a letter which I didn’t. Was put on hold then the lady comes back saying I don’t need to do anything and they won’t be sending out a letter yet unless they need further info and that’s an if. Im to wait 45 days and to just keep checking the WMR for an update. I hate being in the dark and if something is wrong tell me now, not after the freaking 45 days is up! Anyone else told the same thing?

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • #4240909
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        MKR

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          I am on day 49. Received 4464c on 3/12 (dated 3/9). Thanks for keeping us in the dark, IRS.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • #4240794
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Jai

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            So after being told that I was under a 45 day review starting 3/12…i finally received the 4464c letter on 3/16 which BTW was dated 3/9 stating that I was on a 60day hold. Out of curiosity I checked wmr that following morning (3/17)and had a DD of 3/21.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Counted from when I filed on 2/2. 3/17 was my 45th day. So for those still waiting I would suggest start checking wmr after the 45 days are up. Hope this helps and Good luck to everyone! Ur time is almost here as well!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • #4239698
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            PhickDiva

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              @MKR: Amen! Chester Cheeto has screwed EVERYTHING up for us.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • #4239680
                                                                                                                                                                                                                              MKR

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                I think a certain administration’s mandate has thrown everything out of whack.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • #4239672
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Rachel

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  @MKR I don’t understand whats so different this year than years past? This isn’t the first year of the PATH act is it? In my 20+ years of filing I have never experienced anything like this.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • #4239639
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  MKR

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    It seems there is no concrete protocol for processing refunds this year. Like I posted before, their heads are spinning at the IRS due to lack of Human Resources and seemingly clear direction.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • #4239636
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Rachel

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      @MKR agree I think pretty much everyone that works for the IRS is useless. The TA’s I have spoken to have been ZERO help and one guy was so rude and was advising me to call the IRS call center and request that they please put my return in an expedited review process because “I had a have a case”. I was like “they aren’t going to listen to me, I can’t even get a straight answer out of them about anything” AND “Isn’t that what the tax ADVOCATE is supposed to do?” GAWD

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4239631
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      PhickDiva

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        @MKR: Thank you! Glad to see that I’m not alone in my thinking.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • #4239629
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        MKR

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          @PhickDiva

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          I have the same feelings toward the tax advocates (TA). After some of the tax horror stories I have read on here regarding dealings with TAs, I think it is merely coincidental that refunds are released. It seems that the front end of the IRS (call center) is comprised of warm bodies whose only purpose is to fend off irate taxpayers anxiously awaiting their refunds and make us feel good that someone is actually answering the phone, but all they have really done is make us realize that the IRS is way behind on processing. The TAs seem to be an extension of this call center that are authorized to access our files and relay any pertinent information. As far as being able to expedite releases of funds, I have yet to see any concrete evidence.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • #4239619
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          PhickDiva

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            I don’t understand how some of you who under review are raving about how great tax advocates are, when I just wasted 20 minutes of my time with one. They are no better than the IRS themselves! Dumber than a box of rocks.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            This chick basically just told me that even though my review was started 2/1, a tax advocate CANNOT do anything other than “take a peek” at my return, which would FURTHER delay my review by another 30-45 days. And even at the end of that time, if I still hadn’t received my return, the TA could “recommend” the hold be lifted. That wouldn’t necessarily guarantee it would. They can’t actually do it themselves or force the IRS to do it, either.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            I told her I was in a current hardship, explained how I’m a single parent and have bills behind and have been taking care of my mother’s needs as she’s been in and out of the hospital with surgery and has no source of income herself. This lady acted like it was NO big deal at all. She actually suggested that I finish waiting the rest of my review out, and that instead of worrying, I should “take it as a good sign” that I haven’t received any additional letters from the IRS in the meantime.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            WTF!!!!!!!!!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • #4239496
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Shay

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              @Rachel

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Oh believe me, don’t speak it into existence for yourself. I was notified of a 45 day review which has now turned into an additional 60 days via my letter I received yesterday.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Yes, maddening indeed!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • #4239397
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Stephanie

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                @tracy thank you so much for that advise. I’m concerned about what happens after ID Verify as it seems it’s hit or miss. I’m seeing people getting deposits about a week and a half after and people who have no movement at all.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • #4239387
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                michelle

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  My refund was rejected so now i’m under review, the only codes that I have are 841 refund cancelled, and 971 notice sent. If I was under review wouldn’t I have a different code?

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • #4239385
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Amy Durnez

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    To be honest the irs should be abolished and everything done on a sales tax base that way there would be no witholding taxes from paychecks no filling taxes no tax return bull less hasel for everyone in the country including the goverment. Like social security it is a goverment agency that along the way lost its goal work your life pay into it and have to fight tooth and nail to get the service you payed for taxes are basically paying for overpayed politicans who are so disconected from the people they are supposese to be working for.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • #4239368
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Rachel

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      So who is to say at the end of their “review” they aren’t just going to say it needs further review and then we have to wait even longer? No one is holding them accountable for anything they are doing. Its maddening.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4239358
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Nita

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        I called the IRS today for the second time I filled on January 29, 2018 and on February 15th (which was my first time calling) they said I’ve been under a 45 day review they are now saying as of today my review just started yesterday March 12th and it will take 45 days from that date and I should receive my refund no later than April 26,2018. I feel like they tell you anything to get you off the phone. Each time I call they keep saying the review just started smh. I’m not calling them anymore.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • #4239351
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        MKR

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          From what I have read in here, advocates are hit or miss and may have an adverse effect on the timeliness of your refund.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • #4239340
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Tracy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            I have been following this forum for weeks now.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Filed and accepted on 2/2/2018
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Bars went missing around mid February, once I was able to get someone to talk to me from the IRS (21 days from 2/2) they said I had to ID verify and to wait on my letter. I received my letter on 3/2/2018 and did my ID verify that same day. As of Monday 3/12/2018 still no info, no updates so I called back and was told I was under the so called “random review”. After what I had read here I decided to call my local tax advocates office. Couldn’t speak to anyone but was able to leave my information. Well, I just got off the phone with her and she was very helpful. According to her, there was really no reason she could see for any kind of hold on my return. She was going to push something through and said I should hopefully have my money by the 26th-28th and that she would call me back on the 30th to follow up. I so recommend calling and getting an advocate which I would have not known to do without this forum. She said my return was just held up in the system for no real reason and she was glad I had called or else it would’ve sat there and cycled through till who knows when. Thanks for all the helpful advice from all you guys!!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • #4239282
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Jeannine

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Thanks for posting Joe … I filed when u did and I haven’t been told anything but to wait .. now I have some home

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • #4239250
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Joe

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Was under review
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Filed 01/29/2018
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Bar disappeared on 02/17/2018
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Called IRS on 03/02/2018, learnt that l was under review
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Called tax advocate on 03/05/2018, told l was picked under random review should wait for later to arrive by 03/12/2018.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                No letter received
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                03/13/2018: code 846 fund released

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                I had the following codes
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                570 . 03/05/2018
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                971, 03/12/2018

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Claimed child credit and american opportunity

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                I hope you guys you will get some news
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                I have filed tax for 9 years now. Never was selected for random review
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                I was scared to death

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • #4238601
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                TheAlchemist

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  I filed 1/23. I went from processing, to losing bars, to PATH message, to still processing. I talked to the IRS twice who told me that I was under review, letter CP05 was sent out and the only thing I could do was wait 45 days to see if my refund would be released. I ended up talking to a tax advocate last week who looked up my return and let me know that my refund was processed on 3/2 and to keep checking WMR for a DDD by 3/22. On 3/9 after talking to the TA, I received letter 4464C dated 3/6 that said my refund was being reviewed and to wait 60 days. I woke up to a DDD of 3/15 this morning. So it seems like the IRS really are doing extra reviews but usually will release your refund in less than 45 days as long as there aren’t any major discrepancies.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • #4238554
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Jeri

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    I filed the last day of January and was accepted the same day. Turbo Tax gave me an estimated date of the 19th and then all the hullabaloo about the earned income credit, I realized I wouldn’t get mine until well after the 19th.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    I received a letter stating our refund got held for additional review and that I had to wait 60 days from the date of the letter to do anything about it. Surely they jest, I thought. I was on the phone with them the next morning like STAT. I was a student all of last year so I didn’t make a ton of money and by law, if your income doesn’t amount to the federal standard deduction for your filing status, you don’t have to file at all. Downside is you won’t get a refund. I told them, my husband’s refund was supposed to be somewhere north of $4500 but when I started adding my income and student loans and lifetime learning credits, it slowly dwindled down to $2300. I went on to explain that if they had such a problem with our refund, take my income out and pay my husband the $4500 they legally owe him. By federal law and what is written right on their website, I legally don’t have to file. The agent had no response. Interestingly though, today I checked it and it was released for direct deposit on the 14th.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    So, I don’t know what caused that situation but by no means do I believe it was a “random” review. Next tax season, I’ve already decided we will file married but filing separately just to stick it to them the way they love to stick it to us.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • #4237812
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Prettyladyte
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      @prettyladyte

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Good morning all if I filed 1/25 went under 45 days review 2/15 was told 3/7 I was done processing with a cycle 0705 does that mean I will get a deposit as y’all ? I can’t see transcripts online I had them mailed a day or two ago. I could call to see if I could have them fax to me.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4237763
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Lisa

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Hey guys just to give you hope. I filed 1/25 accepted 1/25. Was under review as of 2/12 got an advocate they just released my funds for 3/14. Get an advocate!!!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • #4237737
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Rio b

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Check this article out ppl:

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          This is what’s going on and I think their stealing our money …get an Advocate. Please!!!! I got one.I’m waiting!! Please get a advocate.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          http://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/news/12395780/2018-irs-income-tax-refunds-could-be-delayed-by-government-shutdown

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • #4237723
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Jasmine
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            @drusillavonlaevyn

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            My advocate has been AWESOME. He has updated me every step of the way, explained everything, and even went ahead and worked on my case and sent the request for it to be released today, even though he was on Duty Worker assignment today and didn’t have to work on cases.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            He also had some GREAT information that I thought I would pass along.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            1. Call your LOCAL Tax Advocate, not the 800 number. The 800 number is a call center and you’re much more likely to get through and get help on the local line.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            2. It’s true that if you’ve been assigned a case number with a tax advocate, the IRS will no longer touch your return. In fact. they aren’t allowed to at that point. Only the advocate and open it and read it from that point on so calling the IRS directly will not help you.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            3. The reason that we all keep getting 18 different stories as to what the issue is when we call is because they aren’t supposed to tell you anything. Basically, all these flagged for review are getting shoved to the bottom of the pile while they sort out the rest of the returns, THEN they will figure ours out. The reason for this is because some of them are going to be because of having to verify identities (to make sure it’s not ID theft) so they don’t want to give info out to people that might not be the actual taxpayer.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            4. Once you have an advocate assigned to your case, the WMR won’t be updated for you again. So it’s useless, don’t bother checking it anymore. Same with your transcript. He said that once the IRS agrees to lift the hold they will inform him and let him know the DD date, and then he will call me and let me know.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            5. If you’ve been calling and the IRS is giving you the run around, GET AN ADVOCATE. He said if you wait, you’ll be waiting for months.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            6. If you’re using hardship as your reason, always have proof of SOMETHING showing why. The reason for this is if the IRS tries to come back asking why you need it so bad (so they can continue to delay), the advocate can shove your paperwork back in their faces to make them expedite. Also, if your advocate requests things from you, get it to them right away!! If it doesn’t seem like you’re making an effort, they won’t make the extra effort since others will clearly need it faster than you.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            7. Your advocate HAS to give you a “realistic” expectation for resolution which is normally like 6 weeks, BUT he said in his experience this year, most of his clients so far have gotten their money within 2 weeks. Basically it has taken the IRS a couple of days to release the hold, then it’s just going through the one cycle after the hold lifts.He said that while that’s been his experience so far, I just can’t hold him to it.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Seriously, this guy has gone above and beyond. I don’t know what I would have done without him.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            So, here’s hoping for a quick resolution on this for me (hopefully next week). FINGERS AND TOES CROSSED!!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • #4237711
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            GiveMeMyDamnMoney
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              @givememydamnmoney

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              I’ve seen many people on here with PATH credits that are still waiting.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • #4237705
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              B_NAcworth
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                @b_nacworth

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                @GiveMeMyDamnMoney and @Rachel the majority of folks with PATH credits have received their refunds. I don’t have Path credits and was an early filer also.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • #4237688
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Rachel

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  @Bnacworth I don’t think that is true. I claimed EIC and most of the people on the forums and threads I have seen are EIC and CTC. Because we are the ones who usually are the early filers because we need the money quickly and think we will get it faster if we file early. The early filers are the ones stuck in review.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • #4237686
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  GiveMeMyDamnMoney
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    @givememydamnmoney

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    @b_nacworth I filed 2/1 and was accepted 2/1 and I have EITC and still didn’t get my refund. My advocate kept trying to insist that my EITC amount is wrong but that’s because she had NO CLUE about pages 14-15 of Publication 976 regarding people from areas impacted by natural disasters. I faxed her the pages with relevant sections highlighted. So, if you get a tax advocate or anyone tries to tell you that your EITC amount is wrong and you live in an area impacted by a hurricane or the California fires and your income went down from the year before tell them to look at pages 14-15 of Publication 976. You can use last year’s income to determine your EITC if it gives you more of a credit.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • #4237678
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Summer

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      I filed on 2/1 accepted 2/1

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      There is hope! Keep your chin up! I’m sharing to give hope.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      I have eic and ectc. Mine was placed under additional review. Spoke to irs on the 23rd and found this out. Was told wait 45 days. Recieved letter from irs to wait 60 days from 2/12. No further action needed. Tried and tried to get an advocate with the 877 number. Hours of being on hold just to be disconnected every time! I am unable to view my transcripts and dont want to wait on snail mail.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      I called my local state advocate in Wichita. She was awesome and informative and i did not hold at all! She told me my return was held because I turned in a w2 that had not been recieved from my employer by the irs.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      She further explained that the irs uses an archaic system and once the funds were released on 3/2 it would take one or two cycles to be deposited. She said I would have it by the 16th. Pretty sure Im weekly. I bet I get it 3/13.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4237676
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      B_NAcworth
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        @b_nacworth

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        It appears that most of the holds are on people with no EITC, CTC and ACTC. I know EVERYONE that I know who filed with those credits has received their refund. If you filed itemized or are middle class with schedule A you are “in review” or have “delayed processing”.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • #4237658
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Gettingtherunaround

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Mine was stuck in error processing. After a three hour on hold time, I finally talked to a tax advocate and was told it was a technical glitch that had my return stuck in error processing. I guess it’s out now and into regular processing. I hope that doesn’t mean I have to wait another 21 days. Grrrr

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • #4237348
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          PhickDiva

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            @Rio: I REALLY believe you, because I keep hearing more and more horror stories about people getting pulled for this “random review” BS. My mom has several neighbors, of all age ranges/household circumstances, who got letters saying the SAME crap. There’s too much of a coincidence.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Even though I filed 1/23 and was accepted same day {I still have the emails from TT and text message alerts to prove it in case the IRS wants to play stupid}, TT now says that my return wasn’t actually transmitted until 1/29. My review was officially started on 2/1. I got a letter stating that a few days later, with the 45-60 day ‘you don’t have to do anything’ BS. Still, no change.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            This is BEYOND disgusting and disgraceful.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • #4237433
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            NetraF
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              @netraf

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              @Joanna It means you will receive your refund on 3/12 in the amount shown next to it.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • #4237429
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Joanna

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                I filed 1/31 relieved letter 4644c needed nothing from me. Been sitting with code 570 until today transcripts have
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                150 Tax return filed 20180801 03-12-2018 $0.00
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                14209-431-13407-8
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                806 W-2 or 1099 withholding 04-15-2018 -$7x.00
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                768 Earned income credit 04-15-2018 -$8xx.00
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                570 Additional account action pending 03-12-2018 $0.00
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                290 Additional tax assessed 20181004 03-26-2018 $0.00
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                71254-465-05174-8
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                846 Refund issued 03-13-2018 $9xx.00
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Anyone know what this means?

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • #4237323
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Rio b

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  All this unimportant. You can miscalculate with IRS a few bucks ..hell few hundred, that dont gets you reviewed or pulled. They make it up as they see your real W2 and what’s entered. I hate to say it but there is a glitch in the system which caused IRS to put a halt to refunds claiming credits, they are fixing it and saying 45 day review. Thats bs, if that’s the case then everyone should get one set amount across america and no fuss about how big or small your refund is. Truth is ..something is going on and their not telling us. I really think the database kicked out a lot of returns as in, its stuck and not functioning like it normally do. Faulty ass computer system. which is why we have still processing message …why a lot of people dont have Take Action like IRS normally get our ass… Something not right. Everyone not in review ..its a glitch.. Just taking time for them to get to ours to manually push it thru.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • #4237202
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Jennifer

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    I filled my taxes on 01/29/2018 and was accepted the same day. But on 02/15 the bars vanished. So i called and they told me i was under review and to wait 45days which is April 1st. But i needed more answers so i call today and the rep told me that a letter was sent out 03/02 and when i get it read carefully and send all documents they ask for. How long will it take for the letter to come in the mail

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • #4237189
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Jasmine
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      @drusillavonlaevyn

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Welp, talked to my tax advocate and found out what the issue is. Turns out either I, or Turbo Tax, miscalculated and over-reported that I made…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      wait for it…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      $73 more on my income than I did. I didn’t under report, I OVER reported…so because of that I am actually getting less than I am supposed to by a few bucks. You would think that would have thrilled them. But nooooooo. Instead they decide to hold me up til god knows when.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Uuuugghgghhhhhh

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      He also said that he was glad I asked for an advocate because if I hadn’t, it could have been months before I got a resolution on my own.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      So, I have to fax him my W2’s so he has them handy, and he’s going to request that the IRS just let it go and release my refund since it should fall within threshold of allowable difference. If for some reason they say no, then I’ll have to amend, but he will help me with that, get it filed, and have it expedited.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      He was actually a super nice guy, and really very helpful.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      So, best case they say ok to take the hold off and I hopefully get my refund next week. (fingers fucking CROSSED)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Worst case I have to amend and I’ll have it by the end if April at the latest (which still screws me).

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      At least I FINALLY have some answers. UGH

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4236310
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Jomaa

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        @lisa it is normal for the bars to disappear as long as you don’t receive any letters you should be good I think they are being alil extra this year

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • #4236268
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Lisa

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          I filed on February 16th using Turbo Tax. Had both w2s and 1099s, self employed part of the year, no children to claim. Not 24 hours after filing, I looked at Where’s My Refund and it was showing received and the bars were there. A day or two later, I looked and it said the same thing. Then, the next morning I check and no bars and tax topic 152. It said that my refund was still processing. The refund amount on the left was gone. It stayed like that until Thursday of last week. The bars returned and I’m supposed to get the refund deposited tomorrow. I never received any letters or other codes on the Where’s My Refund app. I have no clue why the bars disappeared.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • #4236239
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          LondyBaby

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Filed 2/2 both eic and ACTC lost bars the 17, I have called 3 different times and each time was told something different first 60 day review letter sent out last week, then 45 days, yesterday I called and was told he didn’t see any letters going out which was a good he he said it could be released at any moment 🤔I can’t order transcripts I’ve answered every security question correctly but still says the answers are wrong but why do they keep telling us Anything I have no clue. Pretty sure I’m weekly so hopefully tomorrow or Saturday 🤞 All of us see that DD

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • #4236197
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Relieved

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Backstory – filed 1/25/18, EIC, ACTC. Was told under review for 60 days from 2/15/18 – do not call back until after 4/16/18 and i will get a letter, but there is nothing i need to do. 846 on transcript today – woohoo

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • #4236191
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Relieved

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                570 & 971 code on transcript with date 3-5-18. Checked WMR website & app this morning, no update. Checked transcript – 846 code with 3-9-18 date. Thank goodness! hopefully WMR will update tomorrow morning.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • #4235935
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Ursula R Boochee

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  I filed january 29th and my taxes where accepted same day have been checking wmr and it says still processing 152 tax topic pulled up my transcript account online had a 570 tax code which means I had a hold on my taxes. Today I received a letter saying my taxes are under review 60 days so I called the number on the letter for a tax advocate a lady answered, I told her I received a letter saying my account was under review and that I needed to speak to a advocate because I am behind on my mortgage and bills she asked me how much did I make on my w2 and how much was taken out for federal and then told me to hold for five minutes she came back and told me that they were released and to start checking wmr in 10 days for my ddd it could take up to three weeks I started crying so hard I could no longer talk I said thank you and she was still talking when I hung up A weight was lifted off my heart! My processing date on my transcript was 3-5-18 and my cycle is 20180705

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • #4235917
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Cassoe

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Hello!!!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    I told 01-31 an was accepted the same day. I called last week an was told it was under review, would be reviewed March 12th. Could take 45 days to receive refund. Still says processing on website with the topic 152 code. I also have not received my state. What’s going on!!??

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • #4235794
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    jackie

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Verified Identity last week and representative stated that she was taking to hold off my taxes to be released. No change in information on IRS website, so I called and spoke to representative at IRS today and she stated that they need to verify more information and that it’s nothing I did wrong on my end, just to make sure they did not make any mistakes on their side. Then she goes to say, well the bad part is that they will not start the verification process until March 19th 2018. I am highly PISSED!! They fool with my taxes every damn year. It’s my money and I need it now! lol

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4235586
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Kirsten

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        UPDATE!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Just talked to an IRS agent and STILL no update, so they cannot even confirm that they received the forms that they requested. I faxed them on 2/14. She said two different departments are reviewing my wage information and that I should give them 60 DAYS from the date on my letter to update my records. It’s beyond ridiculous how inefficient the IRS is! If I performed like this at my job, I would be fired.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • #4235402
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Chrissy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          I was told by an agent on my last phone call that the review is 45 days from March 5th. Does that mean theyre looking at mine starting today? Or could it mean i will be getting a refund this week? My rent is past due and Im now paying $10 per day in late fees. Ridiculous. Youd think they would worry about people who filed in January instead of getting people in February their refunds within 4 days.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • #4235371
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Carl
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            @carlsearch

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            UPDATE:

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Since I started this topic I wanted to let everyone know that my status updated overnight on Friday and it states that my refund has been mailed.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • #4235363
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Jackie

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Still processing! Hoping for an update soon! BROKE!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • #4235309
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Jai

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Filed 2/2 accepted same day…. Had bars on WMR until 2/15 then everything disappeared. Still shows my information on the left tho with a 152 tax topic. Been doing my taxes with TT for years and this is the first time this has ever happened. I’m getting pretty irritated like most of you guys. Waiting to call IRS in the morning to figure something out. Been hearing about the 45 day extended hold and thinking that’s more then likely my situation as well. Hoping for the best outcome for us all! Thanks to everyone on this thread that’s been trying to be helpful. I can’t speak for everyone else but I do appreciate it! Good luck to us all!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • #4235209
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Kirsten

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  @ Sheena Sheen

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  What was the tax advocate number that you called?

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • #4235207
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Kirsten

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    @KA

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Thank you for your response! I actually received a letter from the IRS to send in my W2 forms to support the amount that was incorrectly imported by H&R Block….it also stated NOT to send in a copy of my amended return. Am I supposed to amend my return? A tax representative at H&R Block told me not to. This is so frustrating! I am going to call tomorrow to figure out what it going on. My transcripts show nothing, no codes…it states that no return has been filed.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • #4235001
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Chrissy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Anyone know when the next big update is? Was REALLY praying for us all that today would be the day since a TON of people got a DDD today, but didnt happen for me. Im getting so frustrated, Im about to lose my online business over this due to backpay that I was counting on my taxes for. UGG

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4234776
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Sheena Sheen

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        So, I have been following this page and been very frustrated. But I have found a lot of the information people shared helpful. I filed on Jan 29 and was accepted the same day. My bars disappeared sometime in mid February and has been stuck at “Still being processed” with tax code 152. I finally got my 60 day review letter in the mail today that was marked Feb 26. I called a tax advocate today and they informed me that my funds had been released today and I should be expecting my refund soon. I just wanted to give hope for those that got the 60 day review letter. It most likely won’t take that long.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • #4234747
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        KA

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          @Kirsten

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          The same thing happened to me!! I have been waiting for my status to update on WMR, F/A 1/24. Called IRS and was told nothing wrong under 45 day review. Finally contacted Tax Advocate and when she contacted me yesterday she told me there was an issue with my withholdings and it didn’t match my W2. Low and behold when I looked at line 64 of my 1040 it was saying I paid WAAAAY more taxes than I actually had. There is no way in the world I would have made that mistake and I triple checked everything I put in. I only had one W2.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          TA told me to file an amended return and fax to her. My transcript has me with the refund amount I thought I was anticipating and code 570 with 3/5/18. Why did the IRS Rep not see this…smh. I still have no letters or letter codes. Both the IRS Rep and the TA confirmed that.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • #4234698
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          MILLIONBUCKS

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            HEY GUYS I AM IN THE SAME BOAT I CALLED THE IRS 3 TIMES AND THEY TOLD ME ITS A WAITING GAME MEANING I AM UNDER REVIEW IT STARTED ON THE 15 AND I SHOULD GET MY REFUND NO LATER THEN APRIL 1 2018 IF NOT CALL THEM BACK SO WE ALL HAVE TO WAIT I SAY JUST KEEP CHECKING IT EVERY SATURDAY GOOD LUCK TO YOU ALL I WILL LET U GUYS KNOW ANY UPDATE PS WE WILL BE RICH REAL SOON

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • #4234532
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Jackie

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              I am also under review! Called today and rep said that it began on 2/15/18! I was “randomly” selected for a 60 DAY review! WTF? I received a letter for my SC state and verified yesterday and today my balance is $0. So I hope it is on the way!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Has anyone who has been under review received their refund yet?

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • #4234478
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Jasmine
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                @drusillavonlaevyn

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                ok, there was no update for me as of yet, so I called and filed a case with the Tax Advocate using hardship. They are supposed to call me no later than 3/7. I’m hoping that in the meantime, I get updated and this resolves itself.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                *fingers crossed*

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • #4234327
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Carl
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  @carlsearch

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Nicole – my WMR says it being mailed today. Not sure why its being mailed because I asked for DD.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • #4234312
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Amanda

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Mine is doing the same thing! I got no letter or anything about it. I called the IRS and they told me what they told you. Have you figured anything else out ?

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • #4234035
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Jasmine
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      @drusillavonlaevyn

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      welp, got the unhelpful 4464C letter today telling me it’s under review and do nothing. Funny thing, it never coded on my transcript that they were sending me a letter. At this point, I think everyone is getting one since aside from my name and address on the cover page, it was titled – “TAXPAYER”

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      All I know is that my cycle date was 20180605 which means I cycle out weekly today and it *should* update tomorrow since my 570 code is dated 3/5.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Let’s hope. I’m crossing everything at this point…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4234025
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Kirsten

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        I filed my taxes with H&R Block on 1/25 and the IRS accepted it soon after. I already received my Minnesota Refund. I filed the EITC and the ACTC so I knew my refund would be delayed until the end of Feb. The issue I have is that H&R Block online software uploaded 2 of my W2 forms incorrectly (they had the wrong amount of federal tax withheld!) so that affected my refund amount significantly. I received a letter from the IRS asking for copies of my W2 forms to verify the federal tax withheld. I faxed all the necessary paperwork the day after I received the letter (2/10). I was told NOT to file an amended return.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        So my issue is that the WMR is still stating that my return is still processing and my tax transcript states that no return has be filed.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Is there anyone out there that had this issue happen and how long did it take to receive your refund after you sent in all the paperwork? I am hoping to find out some insight here before I have to spend the afternoon on the phone with the IRS.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Thank you!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • #4233961
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        NITA

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          @Nicole o ok I didn’t even get my state check when I check the site it say that it’s still processing and I still haven’t receive the letter in the mail from the IRS

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • #4233952
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Nicole

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            @Nita I’m in Oklahoma and the same date you did yours is same day I did mines……No Worries just a waiting process looks like to me and that letter smh….I received my State on the 5th of Febuary got my letter from irs on the 23rd.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • #4233938
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            NITA

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              I previously wrote a comment and I did my taxes on 1/29/18 and when my 1 bars went away from WMR I called the IRS they said as of 2/15 I’m under a 45 day review which is 6 weeks smh.. I’m in New Jersey what state are you guys from cause I will be on this website everyday until I get my money. And when I do get it I will post it up here to let you guys know.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • #4233872
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Nicole

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                have you received it yet

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • #4233847
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Nicole

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Have you received it yet Carl?

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • #4233747
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  GiveMeMyDamnMoney
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    @givememydamnmoney

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    How many of the people under review live in an area impacted by a hurricane and get EITC? If so, I suspect that the alternative method explained in the below link I’m providing could be triggering reviews if your EITC amount goes up under the alternative method.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/many-hurricane-victims-qualify-for-earned-income-tax-credit-special-method-can-aid-workers-whose-income-dropped

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • #4233721
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Chrissy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Marissa i dont think anyone really knows. Were all trying to get some sort of answer and nobody has any clue, including the IRS apparently. Most think its just a date thats being thrown out to shut us all up. One site I saw someone mention March 5th, not sure why but that is the date theyre giving to a ton of 45 day holds where theyll have more info. Hopefully a deposit date.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4233702
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      marissa

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        has anyone that is being reviewed actually received their refund or is it actually taking the 45 days? I am also being reviewed and not sure if that is just a date they’re given us or if it actually takes that long?

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • #4233442
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Chrissy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Filed 1/25. Accepted 1/29. Received state on 2/9. Had the processing message on WMR until 2/14(ish). Then it changed to “Your return is delayed”. I called and they said I would receive a letter. The letter stated it was being reviewed but no date change at all.. I called and they told me 50 days. Do they take the full 50 days? Anyone have any luck at all with any of this? My rent is due tomorrow so I have no idea what we will do now! I was expecting at the absolute latest the 27th! It seems i cant get a simple straight answer on if there if a chance their “review” or whatever theyre doing with all of our taxes will take the full amount of time or if there is a chance theyll be done quicker.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Ms.K

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            HEY GUYS, I HAVE THE SAME ISSUE, ALL MY BARS GONE, 152,MESSAGE AND THE IRS TOLD ME THIS MORNING THAT I WAS UNDER A 45 DAY REVIEW AND IT JUST STRATED ON 2/15/2018…..SO EXPECT SOMETHING THE FIRST OF APRIL!!! WOW!!!! NO LETTER WAS EVER SENT TO ME EITHER…..

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • #4233102
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Rachel

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              @Randall, I filed on 1/22 with H&R Block and was accepted by IRS early in their “test batch”. My H&R Block history still shows the file date as 1/22. Not sure if that means anything or not.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • #4233085
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Lisa

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                To add to my post below: We did not claim EIC.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • #4233080
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Lisa

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  I filed on 2/16 using Turbo Tax for self employed. We have used Turbo Tax since 2014 and have never had any issues.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  On Thursday or Friday of last week, my bars disappeared from Where’s My Refund and the refund amount also disappeared. I am getting the “still being processed” and Tax Topic 152 messages.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  I read below that some were saying that Turbo Tax, H&R Block and a few others hadn’t updated their software/systems and that was causing the delays. But I don’t know if that would apply to my filing date.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  For those who received letters, did you also receive any type of message/code on Where’s My Refund when you checked it? I have read on other sites that they received or should have received a message.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  I tried to view my transcript online but I keep getting an error message.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • #4232807
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Mykhael Waldrip

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    I filed 1/30 right after I had received all of my W-2s and had my bars disappear about a week and a half ago. Called the 1-800-829-1040 and skipped through the automated system to speak to a live rep and was told I wasn’t sent any notification about them reviewing my taxes, but they were being held for review and I should have them by March 31st. I lost a car that I was in the process of buying from a local dealership because they pulled this BS. There’s no reason for so many of us to be going through this issue. There should be someway we can each resolve this issue over the phone with a representative.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • #4232754
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Where’s my check
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      @wheresmycheck504

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      @nandhi post makes a lot of sense… may explain why it’s all the early filers

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4232714
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Randall

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        **********SPREAD THE WORD*******

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        LOOK AT MY POST UNDER WMR. IT WILL EXPLAIN ALOT!!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • #4232665
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Randall

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          After we got a tip on here that everybody that filed early online with eitc/actc and ones that didn’t have the credits are being held up in review by the irs. In fact the reason early filers are being held up is because of the new tax updates that hr block, turbo tax, etc… system did not upload the new software in time for the refunds to be released properly. Indeed this is the case my wife just called hr block and asked what did the file date 2/24 mean because we filed and it was accepted on 1/29 and the worker didnt know why but the supervisor said their software didnt take in time and they had to let the irs know and the irs has had to manually enter everyones return and that was our date. If you log in to your hr block account it will be able to tell you when you go to the history when it was accepted but what file date actually was and ours was 2/24 that the irs has actually processed our return after having it for a month. THE IRS is covering for the companies not having their software updated on time. Thats the reason the IRS is saying everyone is under review with no letters being sent out.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • #4232623
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          BEVERLY FLORES

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Wow glad im not tge only one. They defintely left that out for ppl who filed EIC crazy they just wana be hard on everyone so now April everyone gonna be getting theses an Rep said no letters have been mailed out.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • #4232621
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Tabrina

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              I always. File early and never had an issue getting my refund. File 1/22 accepted 1\23. Been accepted and processing since then no error code to say im under review and file the same job child and. School last year this is bull jus had a new baby so unable to work this has really set me back being a single parent all they keep saying a letter will be sent out to you explaining to you no further info is needed this is nothin but bs

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • #4232564
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Shermaine

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                I called the tax advocate line today and I got the same thing I claimed head of household and 3 dependents eitc . I also put in a hardship cause this crap is super crazy I never waited this long. They told me I’m under a 45 day review all because of that theft identity crap with equafax smh . And because I switched employers . But all my co workers have their refund I’m so confused and upset .

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • #4232462
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Craig

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  I filed 2/1, with Turbo Tax, and have been sitting in processing mode the entire time. My wife called yesterday and was told i was under review and didnt need any info at this time but just wait. Is that really the final answer? Does it help to call again? We need to know what to fix. Like playing catch, you throw the ball and then i throw it back. Request another letter? But i am scared to call incase they get mad and make us wait 60 days.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • #4232358
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Adam

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Was just told the same. I ve already recived my state return. Now why 60 days extra for my Federal.:/.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • #4232349
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Carl
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      @carlsearch

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Ashley….my status changed on Saturday morning to refund approved and now says my refund is scheduled to be mailed by March 2, 2018.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4232264
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Nandhi

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Also I applied for hardship to get mine expedited. hope this helps some of you

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • #4232262
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Nandhi

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Update. So i called the tax advocate line number thats posted somewhere down here and I got through to speak to someone who opened up a case for me. In doing so ghey were able to look and see why i got review. Keep in mind every situation is different but mine is as follows..

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          I filled on the 29th with my electronic w2s however my jobs didnt actually send in their copy of the w2s to the irs till February something. Well after i filed. So it looks like a discrepancy. The computer was confused on how im getting a refund if i have no w2s in the system.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          They said to avoid all of this wait until mid February to file. That way all the information from your jobs is actually in the system so that it wont get kicked back.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • #4232237
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          NITA

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            I called the irs today to see what was the hold up out of all my 8 family and friends who did there taxes way after me they all received there money last week I’ve been going to my tax lady for 6 yrs and this never happened to me. I filled on January 29th then by February 15th the bars went away and it gave me that topic 152 message so when I was on the phone with the irs she said my paperwork is under a review for 45 days and that started February 15th. This is a whole bunch of non sense going on I don’t have time for this I’m trying to fix my credit and this is just holding me all the way back.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • #4232205
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Elija

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              On February 18th my status changed to “your return is being processed we will provideyou with a return date when available” I called on the 28th and they said mine was under review and i should eitherget a refund or a letter in the mail 45 days from February 15th so April 1st would be the 45th day. I think anyone with earned income or child tax credit will get reviewed

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • #4232109
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Nandhi

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                So i called today 2-27-18because thats when those with eitc and acdc refunds were supposed to released. Mind you I filed on 29th and was accepted on the 29th. They said I was under review and that it started…. YOU GUESSED IT ON THE 15TH!!! was told to wait till the 45 days, so essentially April 1. If i dont hear anything by then to give them a call again.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Is it me or does it seem like if you claimed EITC you get selected. Like i cannot help that i got laid off while being 6 months pregnant.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Anyways called the tax advocate number. They can’t give me any information about why it was selected but did say I can fill out a hardship to see if i can get it faster. I supposed to move in a couple of weeks, a single mom, and that refund money was going to pay my rent for the moths to come. Hopefully this helps

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • #4232095
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Ashley

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  @ Carl similar I was excepted 1/25 as well bars disappeared on Feb 15th so I called yesterday and was told I’m under review no letters have been sent out to me yet and they don’t know why I’m under review like wtf and then she said if I don’t have my refund by April 1st to call back she couldn’t even tell me why I’m under review though talking about its random I’m glad I didn’t put ant self employment or anything wrong on my taxes I’m juat stressed and confused…Carl did you recieve your DD or refund yet?

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • #4231976
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Justin
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    @iamart

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Under review too and they told me yesterday they don’t need anything from me at this time. Such BS and I’m ready to flip the hell out. Anyone have any ideas what we can do to speed this process up? I feel like this is wrong.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • #4231963
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Mellissia Perales

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Filed 2/1 accepted minutes later ….. filed married filing jointly with dependents checked wmr one bar says received tax topic 152….. a week later the bar disappeared and says its processing and a refund date will be provided when available … with my ssn theres no tax topic with my husbands it has tax topic 152… Called the irs they said it was flagged for further review and could take 45 days there has been no letter sent out and i dont have to do anything…. So what do I need to do I need my money already this is crap!!!!!!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4231901
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Where’s my check
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        @wheresmycheck504

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        My review date also started on 2/15

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • #4231899
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Where’s my check
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          @wheresmycheck504

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          I have the same problem. I filed and was accepted on the 18th. Everyone I know checked where’s my refund on the 17th with ddd of the 22nd. I was the only one out of about 10 people I know not to get one. Mines was still saying still processing. I called the irs to fund out my return is under additional review and may take up to 45 days. I called back again and the rep told me it has to do with the path act. Random returns with eic we’re selected as part of the path act. It seems to be everyone who filed early. I think we will be ok it’s just extra precautions because they always say fraud returns are filed early. My brother received his on the 14th of Feb with eic.. not fair to single certain citizens out

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • #4231820
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Elizabeth A Flaherty-Tocci

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            My return was accepted on 1/29. I have the same issue as everyone else.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            I called the IRS today and I was told my return is under review and it could take as long as 45 days before the review is complete.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • #4231799
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Rachel

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              @Jasmine that is interesting. I was told my 45 days started on 2/15 because that was the first day the IRS started accepting EIC tax returns. Hmmmm

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • #4231795
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Jasmine
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                @drusillavonlaevyn

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Just got off the phone with the local tax advocate (used the local number, NOT the 877 number) and THEY say that the date of the 45 day review IS 1/19 and if I don’t hear anything by 3/5 to call them back and they will open up a case and get an advocate assigned to me to deal with this because at that point the IRS has broken it’s agreement with me.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                uuuggggghhhhh this is so frustrating. I hate this so much. Why can’t anyone just give me a straight damn answer??

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • #4231778
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Rachel

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  I wonder what the “review process” is? Are they just sitting on someones desk under piles of other returns waiting to be looked at? They probably love making people wait and worry. I seriously doubt they are in any sort of hurry to give us our money back. This is just frustrating and depressing. Meh!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • #4231770
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Ciicii

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    I called today anf when I spoke to 2 different ppl today I was told I’m under review smh but still on wmr I see tax topic 152 and still being processed …..any idea what’s going on?

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • #4231749
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Jasmine
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      @drusillavonlaevyn

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Just got off the phone with the IRS again. Now they say the clock didn’t start on my 45 days until TODAY, and could give me no reason why I was told last week that it was started on 1/19, so now I’m told I have to wait until April 12th before I can call again.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      I literally have no idea what I’m going to do. This screws me so hard. I’m also still told it’s a “randomly pulled” review and that there is no indicated reason for it, just luck of the draw.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      I hate the IRS so much.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4231694
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Rachel

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        @jasmine, well good luck! I have talked to 3 different people and they all give me vague and generic information. They told me EIC refunds were not being released until the 27th but 2 of my girlfriends that claimed EIC got their refunds deposited last week. I have been reading horror stories online of people not getting theres for months and months when something like this happens. I too was sort of counting on my refund as I am a single working mom and could certainly use the money. I guess its a lesson that when it comes to the IRS no one should count on anything. At this point I am just not going to plan on getting it anytime soon :-/

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • #4231682
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        nessa79
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          @nessa79

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Filed/Accepted 1/29
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          One Bar until 2/17
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Viewed Transcripts 2/16
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          WMR updated to “still processing” 2/17

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          No update on Saturday 2/24 so I called IRS this morning. Lady said I am in a 45 day review for a mathematical error and that I may not see my refund for up to 6-8 weeks!!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          I immediately called a TA and the pre-screener looked into my return and said there is no mathematical error and the reason for the 45 day review is because my employer hasn’t turned in my W2’s.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          So then I called up our business accountant in which she told me that all employees W2’s were mailed in to the IRS on 1/22.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          I have seen multiple people say the same thing (IRS is not showing W2’s for individuals) Anyone else in this boat? I am currently still holding to speak to a TA, I already got my four digit pin but been on hold going on 4 hours!!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • #4231679
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Jasmine
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            @drusillavonlaevyn

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            @Rachel – yup. Only problem I ever had was a few years ago when someone tried to file a return using my SSN, but luckily it was after I had filed that year and received my return. I haven’t a problem since, until now. And of course this couldn’t happen at a worse possible time.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            I have noticed on this thread that people with the EITC have been told that their 45 days didn’t start until 2/15, but I was told mine started on the day my return was accepted on 1/19. I’m currently on hold with the IRS again because I want to see if I can get any additional information from someone different.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • #4231655
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Rachel

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              @Jasmine did you qualify for EIC? Seems like most of the people I’m seeing on here did. I have never paid attention to how many people a year go “under review” as I have never been until this year. But coming on here and reading, it seems like a lot. I wonder if this is normal or has to do with people claiming EIC…or what the heck the deal is.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • #4231644
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Jasmine
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                @drusillavonlaevyn

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Well, I found out I was under the 45 day review. Supposedly it started when my return was accepted on 1/19 and I’m supposed to call back on March 5th if I don’t hear anything. They never sent me a letter or anything, I only found out because I called wondering why WMR never updates.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                I also just called the Tax Advocate as suggested below and they were of absolutely no help. They said they couldn’t look up information or give me any sort of status whatsoever, so I just needed to wait.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                This is so frustrating because I was counting on this money as my car died last week and I need my refund to repair it so I can work.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                uuuggggghhhhhhh

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • #4231630
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                JENrud

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  WHats the the number to call for irs? I called before but can’t find the number now

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • #4231626
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Rachel

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    I am also under a review and was told to wait 45 days. I have always gotten my refund back quickly and never had any issues. I also filed and was accepted early. So this feels like it is taking an eternity!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • #4231618
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Anonymous

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Okay. So the Intake advocate told me there were some discrepancies on wages on what the employer sent in to irs and what was filed. She said it looks like a few hundred bucks. And discrepancies on withholding too. That’s the reason for the review.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      This seriously makes me angry for the employers mess up.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      The case advocate will contact me by March 1st. I am fuming and so upset.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4231607
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Jay

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        I filed my taxes on 01/09/2018. Than like so many other eagerly anticipating our tax refund. I got a curious screen stated that the IRS has received my taxes but need addition time to process. What??? I just found out that due to a change in my income my taxes were flagged for review.. Here is some more information I hope this helps.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        How Tax Returns Are Selected for Review

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        While a small percentage of tax returns are chosen at random for closer scrutiny, the majority of tax filers who pop up on the IRS’s radar do so because of something called the Discriminant Function System (or DIF) score. This is a computerized scoring system that evaluates your return to determine whether some changes need to be made. A second model, the Unreported Income DIF (or UIDIF) score, rates your return for the possibility that there’s income that wasn’t reported.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Returns that are assigned a high DIF or UIDIF score are more likely to be pulled aside for review. Examples of things that could trigger a higher score include having a substantially higher or lower amount of reported income compared to the previous year, claiming excessive deductions for business expenses or leaving a 1099 form off your return.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • #4231442
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Crystal

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          I had the same thing happen. I filed and was accepted on 02/03. the bars were gone this week and it showed it’s still processing. i called today and the rep said it was probably a random review and to give it 45 days.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          This is so annoying. I think something had to have gone wrong. But i have a few people who filed before me or around the same time and have already received their return.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • #4231423
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Prettyladyte

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            This 45 day crap is ridiculous!! Do we really have to wait that long and why ?! Last year I didn’t have to go through any of this !! I had my refund by the 20th of this month. Seems with Trump in office all this foolishness is going on way to go for those who voted for him !!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • #4231424
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Carl
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              @carlsearch

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Update: my return status updated on 1/24/2018 from no bars and processing to refund approved and now says my refund is scheduled to be mailed by March 2, 2018. The strange thing is my refund was supposed to be direct deposited.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • #4231408
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Tasha

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Filed on 1/19 accepted 1/22 and I’ve had the processing status since 2/15. Called today and was told to allow an extra 45 days for review. If I haven’t heard anything by 4/2 call cack.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                A.C.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  @aceman

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Filed 1/31 Talked to two different reps last week. Same deal….pulled for review, but no letters showing. Hoping we get updates tomorrow. Anyone else chat with a rep today?

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • #4231369
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  PhickDiva

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    This will now be the third IRS rep I’ve spoken to in 3 weeks. I filed 1/23 and was accepted the same day. I filed EITC like normal, just as I’ve done the past several years.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    After a 26 minute wait to speak to someone, and a 5 minutes wait after THAT for the rep to “look over my account,” I was told that the 1541 means I was “just a random pull.” She could see where I got the 4464C letter saying that I was under review for no particular reason, and as of today, had no errors/flags on my return for anything. I don’t need to verify ID, fill out any paperwork, resubmit my return, or correct/amend anything. Nothing needs to be done. The review itself could take up to 4-6 weeks total before I see my refund, and it’s already been 3. She said there were no notes about any further letters being mailed out. If they did need me to do anything, they would notify me via mail — but because she saw nothing in the system indicating so, she said I should “take that as a good sign.” Yet again, I was advised to keep checking WMR daily for updates.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Christopher

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Hello I was accepted 1/30/18 and noticed that I didn’t have any bars tax 152 blah blah blah. I called and ironically got through right away and the guy said I was under a random 45 day review but I haven’t received any letters or calls from any one. Also my amount is still on wmr. I’m wondering what this could mean because I haven’t really had this happen to me before but to be honest I think and hope most of us really just need to wait til the 27th for any results.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • #4231272
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      loretta

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        same situation. . filed 01/25.. Accepted cpl days later… Tracking bars on website disappear. I called and as of 02/15 under up to 45 day review. Why does it seem everyone who filed early is having issues?! She alao mentioned no letter or enail was sent out to notify because its just a 45 day review, no issues so no reason to notify. If they need something they will notify.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        artic.turtle

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Same here. I filed and was accepted very late 01/31 with H and R Block, and was accepted minutes later. Within 24 hours I had the processing message and never received PATH message and some have, even though i qualify for EIC and child care credit. Last sunday I officially lost my bars and received the “still processing” message, and have tax topic 152 with all my info still visible on the side. On 02/12 I received a 4*** letter sorry can’t remember the exact number that I was under review and to allow 45 days before reaching out, as there is nothing I need to do at this time. I am unable to view my transcripts online as, for whatever foolish reason it won’t accept any of my vehicle loans or my credit card which is nuts…. So I ordered both transcripts and received them today only for them to be blank with 0.00 or stating no return has been received….. What i don’t understand is if I was really under review wouldn’t they already be starting the process of the return wven if its going through verification? For it to say no return received makes me think some how Ive been re-sequenced and they simply havent even done anything with my return and the letter is simply buying time. I dunno….. Its just frustrating as I have never been in this situation before. I’m being patient, as thankfully Im in no urgency for the money, and i havent called because I believe the info I will receive has only a 50/50 chance of being correct, so i don’t want to rely on that info. Is it me or does it seem like alot of people with filing dates of 01/31-02/01 are in this mysterious delay/review hold??? Like was there a glitch that day? Any feedback would be great, thanks….. Good luck to all….

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          RMB

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Kay Kay they sent you some of the money because they may need to verify your dependents… Once you provide the documents they want they will send you the money for the child tax credit ect…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Tessa

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              I was accepted on 1/31/2018 and on 2/22/2018 I still hadn’t received my taxes so I called the IRS and they said that mine was under review and that I had a letter sent out to me. I haven’t received the letter yet. They said it was sent 2/15/2018 and to wait 45 days from that date for a decision. This is so frustrating. Why the random reviews?

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Lene

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                It just doesn’t make sense I filed Jan 25 accepted same day has been on WMR as processing since the 26th. Updated last week to no bars just your return is still processing and a date will be given when available and to read tax topic 152 regarding your return. I only had the eitc as head of household and all my info on the left has stayed. I called the IRS and was told nothings wrong, mine was chosen for review because of the eitc and need to wait til the 27th. Everyone has a different answer!

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                DeAnn

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  I called the IRS today because Ive been “still being processed” for over a week. I was told that I was under review and I can take 45 days from the date my return was selected for review which was 2/15/18. BUT! have you noticed that there have been HUNDREDS if not thousands of people who filed their return on 1/29 who were selected for review on 2/15? Do you think its a tactic to stop people from repeat calling?

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  KayKay

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Was selected for review of id and ss cards, however why did they send half of the money and no wait until the review was completed. Has anyone had this happen?

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Angela

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Filed 1- 18, accepted 1-19 bars disappeared around the 25th. Replaced with your tax return is being processed a refund date will be provided when available. Waited the mandatory 21 days and called yesterday. First person I spoke to…after 45 minutes on hold said that there were no flags on my account but that it was under review and to give it 45 more days before I called again. Hung up and called a tax advocate with the IRS, she checked into my account and told me that I had been flagged for identity verification. Call the IRS back waited on hold an hour and a half, spoke with another agent who informed me I had indeed been flagged for identity verification and a letter had been sent out on 1- 23….. to the address I used for my taxes last year. So obviously I never received it. Since it had been 14 days since the first letter had been sent out they were able to send out another letter this time to the correct address, hopefully I will get it! Will keep everyone updated once I get it and verify on how long it takes to actually get my money. Do not trust the first person you talk to, and I would highly recommend anyone who who’s been told their account ics under review, call the tax advocate line and get assistance. If nothing else you’ll be able to get peace of mind hopefully. Tax advocate number – 1-877-777-4778

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Shay

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        @Micah Rudolph

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        How do you request a tax advocate?

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Micah Rudolph

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          The same for me and I requested a tax advocate

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Shay

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            @bostonq

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            I feel your pain

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Shay

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              So I called the IRS because I’m in the same exact boat as everyone else. Filed 1/29 and accepted same day. One bar and TT 152 until 2/15 it updated to no bars and the generic still being processed message. EIC/CTC never got a PATH message

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Lady told me that I’m under a review and it could take an additional 45 days to process. FML. Please call and check on your returns.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              bostonq

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                @Tammy I ask the rep at he IRS what is the difference between review and audit, he explain saying that Review means that your return was Flag by the computer system and if it is not a big deal it will get approved, there are different kinds or review he said, in other words your return is sitting at somebody desk to get review..

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Tammy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  By the way my return was accepted on the 1/23 wmr says still processing

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Tammy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    @bostonq I was told the exact same thing I’m just wondering if there is a difference between an audit and a review

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    bostonq

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      I file on 1/19/18 got accepted next day EITC/CTC check WMR and it show take action there is delay, I call today the IRS and lady told me that I was under review and it could take up to 45 days. this is unbearable.. so now I have to wait no matter what..

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Good Luck everyone

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Tammy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Is there really a difference between and audit and a review

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Deanna

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          I got review letter as well was trying to let people know the same exact thing happened on mine.

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