What Actually Triggers a 971 Notice?
Seeing Code 971 on your IRS transcript can be confusing, especially if your refund is already delayed or you’re also dealing with a Code 570 freeze. Code 971 simply tells you that the IRS has issued a…
Refund Freeze Codes and Hold Reasons: Understanding TC 570, 971, and 810
Few things create more anxiety for taxpayers than seeing credits on a transcript—but no refund. When this happens, the answer is almost always in the transaction codes. Specifically, TC 570, TC 971, and TC 810…
Refund Recalculation: What Is Transaction Code 290 and Why Is the IRS Adjusting My Return?
Understanding Why the IRS Changed Your Refund After a Review If you are tracking your tax return using the IRS Account Transcript, few codes cause more confusion than Transaction Code 290 (TC 290). This code…
The “Due Diligence” Rules for Tax Pros: Why Your Refund May Be Delayed If You Use a Preparer
Understanding Form 8867, IRS Compliance Checks, and How Tax Preparer Reviews Can Slow Down Refunds Many taxpayers assume that using a paid tax preparer makes the refund process faster and smoother. But for millions of…
What to do if Where’s My Refund? shows a Refund Delay
Waiting for your tax refund but the IRS “Where’s My Refund?” tool is flashing a delay? No need to stress! Delays happen, but with the right steps, you can stay on top of things and…
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…