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Code 826 vs. Code 898: Two Different Types of Refund Offset

by Refundtalk
October 25, 2026October 25, 2026

RefundTalk • IRS Transcript Education Code 826 vs. Code 898: Two Different Types of Refund Offset Compare where the money goes, how each entry affects your refund calculation, and which contact can explain or correct…

My Refund Is Reduced: Understanding the Treasury Offset Program (TOP)

by Refundtalk
April 9, 2025November 9, 2025

Waiting for your tax refund only to find it’s less than expected can be a frustrating surprise. If your refund was reduced, there’s a good chance the Treasury Offset Program (TOP) is involved. But what exactly is…

Code 826 vs. Code 898: Two Different Types of Refund Offset

My Refund Is Reduced: Understanding the Treasury Offset Program (TOP)

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