Don’t Let the PATH Act Catch You Off Guard!
Tax season is here, and if you’re claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC), the PATH Act might slow down your refund. Don’t worry—we’ve got the scoop to keep…
Your tax return is still being processed. A refund date will be provided when available
If you’ve checked the IRS “Where’s My Refund?” tool and see the status message stating, “Your tax return is still being processed. A refund date will be provided when available,” you might wonder what this means and if any…
What to Do When “The Information You Entered Doesn’t Match Our Records” on IRS Where’s My Refund?
If you’ve encountered the error message, “The information you entered doesn’t match our records,” while checking the status of your tax refund on the IRS Where’s My Refund? tool, don’t panic. This issue is common and can…
IRS HUB Testing: Will Your Early Tax Return Get a Head Start on Refunds?
Filing your taxes early for the 2025 season? You might be wondering what happens if your return is processed during IRS HUB Testing, the pre-season phase that tests the IRS’s e-filing system. Starting January 16,…
How to Check Your Tax Refund Status Using the IRS Where’s My Refund Tool
The IRS Where’s My Refund? tool is a convenient and reliable way to track the status of your tax refund after you’ve filed your return. If you’re wondering where your refund is, this tool provides detailed updates…
Was Your Tax Return Accepted During IRS HUB Testing? Here’s How to Know!
Filing your taxes early for the 2025 season? You might be part of the IRS HUB Testing phase, a pre-season test where the IRS processes a limited batch of returns to ensure its e-filing system…
IRS HUB Testing: How Tax Software Vendors Ensure a Smooth Tax Season
Ever wondered how the IRS ensures its e-filing system is ready for the tax season rush? The secret lies in IRS HUB Testing, a critical pre-season phase where tax software vendors and electronic filing providers…
PATH Act: Why Your Tax Refund Might Be Delayed and What to Expect
Waiting for your tax refund and wondering why it’s taking so long? The Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act, passed in 2015, could be the reason. Designed to combat refund fraud, this federal law…
What Is IRS HUB Testing?
Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes before tax season kicks off? Enter IRS HUB Testing, a critical preparatory phase that ensures the IRS’s electronic filing system is ready to handle millions of tax returns.…
IRS HUB Testing: What You Need to Know for 2025
As tax season approaches, the IRS engages in a crucial process known as IRS HUB Testing to ensure the smooth and accurate handling of tax returns. For 2025, IRS HUB Testing is set to play…
2025 Tax Refund Updates Calendar
Where’s my Refund? Updates Calendar for 2023 IRS Transcript and the Where’s My Refund? Updates Calendars! Updates to Where’s my Refund are recorded in the EST time zone. If you are in a different time zone…
Tax Transcript Code 971: Your Ultimate Guide to the IRS Notice Issued Transaction
Transcript Code 971: What Does the IRS Want? Seeing a specific code on your IRS Tax Transcript can be confusing—and worrying. Among the most common and often misunderstood is Transaction Code 971. This code, officially…
2025 Tax Transcript Cycle Code Charts
A cycle code is an 8 digit code found on your account transcripts. The cycle code indicates the day your account was posted to the IRS Master File. This date indicates the 4 digits of…
Lost Refund Check? Step-by-Step Guide to Requesting a Refund Trace
Losing your IRS tax refund check can be frustrating and stressful. If the IRS says they sent your refund but it never arrived, you may need to request a refund trace to locate your missing payment and…
IRS Tax Transcript Code 150
That is a clear and helpful breakdown of Tax Transcript Code 150. Here is an SEO-friendly blog post based on your content. The Significance of Code 150: Your Return is Officially in the System If…
Was your identity stolen? Request an Identity Protection PIN from the IRS
The Internal Revenue Service today reminded all taxpayers – particularly those who are identity theft victims – of an important step they should take to protect themselves from tax fraud. Some identity thieves use taxpayers’…
IRS Will Update The Where’s My Refund? Tools by February 17
The IRS’s “Where’s My Refund?” tool will be updated by February 17, 2024, for many taxpayers who claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC). Before February 17, some taxpayers…
IRS Refund Status: Understanding the “More Information” Letter
Seeing the “More Information” message on the IRS Where’s My Refund? tool? No need to panic! This just means the IRS needs a bit more info to verify your tax return before sending your refund.…
Making Sense of Your IRS Refund Status: “Identity Verification” Alert
Tax season brings not only the anticipation of a refund but also the importance of safeguarding one’s identity against potential threats like identity theft. If you’ve encountered the message, “To protect you from identity theft,…
IRS Refund Status: Understanding the “More Information” Letter
Navigating the tax season can be a mix of anticipation and uncertainty. If you’ve recently checked your IRS refund status and encountered the message, “We received your return and sent you a letter requesting more…
Making Sense of Your IRS Refund Status: “Identity Verification” Alert
Tax season brings not only the anticipation of a refund but also the importance of safeguarding one’s identity against potential threats like identity theft. If you’ve encountered the message, “To protect you from identity theft,…
Processing Delayed Beyond the Normal Timeframe: What This IRS Refund Status Really Means
Seeing the “processing has been delayed beyond the normal timeframe” message on Where’s My Refund? can be stressful — especially if you were expecting your refund within the standard 21 days. This guide explains exactly…
IRS Where’s My Refund? Status Message: Identity Verification Process
The excitement of anticipating a tax refund can sometimes be tempered by the IRS “Where’s My Refund?” status messages. One such message that taxpayers may encounter is, “To protect you from identity theft, your tax…
Did Your Tax Return Get Accepted Before the IRS Opening Day in 2024?
The 2024 tax season is underway, and a few early taxpayers have already received notifications from both Where’s My Refund? and their tax services. If you’ve already tackled your tax preparation ahead of schedule, stay…
IRS E-File HUB Testing Information for 2024
Every year, the IRS accepts several batches of tax returns to test in a Controlled Launch before they are officially open. Every tax season about a week in advance the IRS routinely runs a Controlled…
IRS PATH ACT
Taxpayers who claim the Earned Income Tax Credit or the Additional Child Tax Credit may experience a refund hold. According to the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act, the IRS cannot issue these refunds…
2024 Tax Refund Updates Calendar
Where’s my Refund? Updates Calendar for 2024 IRS Transcript and the Where’s My Refund? Updates Calendars! Updates to Where’s my Refund are recorded in the EST time zone. If you are in a different time zone…
How to Read an IRS Account Tax Transcript: A Step-by-Step Guide
Navigating your IRS account tax transcript can feel daunting, but it’s a powerful tool for understanding your tax status, payments, and IRS actions. This guide breaks down the process into clear, actionable steps to help…
2024 Tax Transcript Cycle Code Charts
A cycle code is an 8 digit code found on your account transcripts. The cycle code indicates the day your account was posted to the IRS Master File. This date indicates the 4 digits of…
Tax Refund Status: “We Have Received Your Tax Return and It Is Being Processed” vs. “Your Tax Return Is Still Being Processed”
“We Have Received Your Tax Return and It Is Being Processed” vs. “Your Tax Return Is Still Being Processed” When checking Where’s My Refund?, the IRS uses two similar-sounding messages during tax return processing: “We…
Verifying Your Identity with the IRS
Received an IRS Letter 5071C and wondering what it means? Don’t stress! This notice is the IRS’s way of keeping your tax return safe from identity theft. Scammers are out there, but the IRS is…
2023 Tax Refund Updates Calendar
Where’s my Refund? Updates Calendar for 2023 IRS Transcript and the Where’s My Refund? Updates Calendars! Updates to Where’s my Refund are recorded in the EST time zone. If you are in a different time zone…
2023 Tax Transcript Cycle Code Charts
A cycle code is an 8 digit code found on your account transcripts. The cycle code indicates the day your account was posted to the IRS Master File. This date indicates the 4 digits of…
Understanding How to Dispute an IRS Notice
Got an IRS notice that doesn’t sit right? Maybe it’s an audit adjustment or a penalty you think is unfair. Don’t panic—you have the right to appeal and challenge the IRS’s decision! The IRS appeals…
Taxpayers, Beware! What Are IRS “Badges of Fraud”?
Don’t let your tax return raise red flags with the IRS! Understanding Badges of Fraud can keep you out of hot water and help you file with confidence. Here’s a quick, guide to what they…
Identity Theft and Refund Fraud Overview
Identity theft and tax refund fraud are on the IRS’s radar, and they’re teaming up to protect YOU! The Security Summit Initiative is a one-of-a-kind partnership between the IRS, state tax agencies, and private tax…
IRS Tax Return Processing Delays Continue Millions of Americans Are Still Waiting on Their Tax Refunds
Millions of Americans are still waiting for their IRS tax refunds as delays continue into 2025, causing frustration and financial uncertainty. The IRS has acknowledged a backlog mainly driven by a high volume of paper…
Status of Student Loan Repayment When Filing Taxes in 2026
Millions of taxpayers with student loans face major changes as they prepare to file taxes in 2026 due to updates in student loan repayment rules and tax treatment of loan forgiveness. Here’s a detailed look…
IRS Sending Plus Up Payments To Some Taxpayers Before Year End 2021
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is currently focusing on a stimulus check backlog which includes the Plus-Up Payments that many Americans are entitled to. There are some American citizens who are set to receive a payment of up to $1,400 before the…
The last monthly child tax credit payment of 2021 is being distributed
The Internal Revenue Service and the Treasury Department announced today that millions of American families will soon receive their final advance Child Tax Credit (CTC) payment for the month of December. Eligible families who did…
IRS will send out the last Advance Child Tax Credit payment by December 15, 2022
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is preparing for the sixth and final batch of monthly child tax credit payments. The first five payments were sent between July 15 to November 15, while the last payment is scheduled for December…
2022 IRS E-File Tax Refund Direct Deposit Dates
2022 IRS E-File Refund Cycle Charts The IRS will begin accepting 2021 tax returns on January 31, 2022, with nearly 165 million individual tax returns expected to be filed in 2022. The nation’s tax deadline will…
Get ready for taxes: What’s new and what to consider when filing taxes in 2022
The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers to take important actions this month to help them file their federal tax returns in 2022, including special steps related to Economic Impact Payments and advance Child Tax…
What taxpayers can do now to get ready to file taxes in 2022
There are steps people, including those who received stimulus payments or advance child tax credit payments, can take now to make sure their tax filing experience goes smoothly in 2022. They can start by visiting the Get Ready…
2022 Tax Transcript Cycle Code Charts
A cycle code is an 8 digit code found on your account transcripts. The cycle code indicates the day your account was posted to the IRS Master File. This date indicates the 4 digits of…
IRS Reference Code
IRS “Where’s My Refund?” Reference Codes – Quick Guide We’ve compiled a simplified index of common IRS Reference Codes that appear on the “Where’s My Refund?” tool. Each code gives IRS agents a starting point…
Nov. 29 – Dec. 3, 2021, is National Tax Security Awareness Week
Kicking off a special week, the Internal Revenue Service and the Security Summit partners today warned taxpayers and tax professionals to beware of a dangerous combination of events that can increase their exposure to tax scams or…
Some important things all taxpayers should do before the tax year ends
The IRS reminds taxpayers there are things they should do before the current tax year ends on Dec.31. Donate to charityTaxpayers may be able to deduct donations to tax-exempt organizations on their tax returns. As…
2022 Tax Refund Updates Calendar
Where’s my Refund? Updates Calendar for 2022 IRS Transcript and the Where’s My Refund? Updates Calendars! Updates to Where’s my Refund are recorded in the EST time zone. If you are in a different time zone…
IRS Enhances Security of Online ID Verification Process
The Internal Revenue Service has improved its identity verification and sign-in process to enable more people to securely access and use IRS online tools and applications. Taxpayers using the new mobile-friendly verification procedure can gain…