810 Refund Freeze
Do you have a freeze on your federal tax return?
About 810 Refund Freeze
A Transaction Code (TC) 810, commonly referred to as an "810 Refund Freeze," is an internal code used by the IRS to temporarily halt the processing of a taxpayer's refund. This action prevents the issuance of refunds, offsets, or credit elections until specific issues are resolved.
Common Reasons for an 810 Refund Freeze:
Income Discrepancies: If the income reported on your tax return doesn't align with information from employers or financial institutions, the IRS may pause the refund to investigate.
Outstanding Tax Liabilities: Unpaid taxes from previous years can lead the IRS to use the current year's refund to offset these debts, resulting in a freeze.
Identity Verification: To combat identity theft, the IRS may withhold refunds until a taxpayer's identity is confirmed.
1) Review IRS Correspondence
The IRS typically sends a notice or letter explaining the reason for the refund freeze. We will carefully review your correspondence and work with you to develop a plan for having your freeze removed.
2) Gather Requested Documentation
We will work with you to promptly gather and submit the necessary documents as instructed If the IRS requests. (e.g., income verification, identity confirmation, etc.).
3) Verify Your Identity
In cases of suspected identity theft, you may need to verify your identity through the IRS's verification process. We will assist with the verification process.
4) Address Outstanding Debts
If the freeze is due to unpaid taxes or other federal debts, we will help you arrange for payment or establish a payment plan with the IRS.
5) Prepare and E-File Your Amended Tax Return
One of our seasoned tax professionals will use all of the information above and carefully prepare your amended return and securely e-file it on our high-powered tax software.