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Your refund is on hold while the IRS verifies your return
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The IRS is holding your refund because it needs more time to verify your income, income tax withholding, tax credits and/or business income. A review does not mean you made an error or were dishonest.
The IRS is asking for documents behind an item on your return.
If you did not file the return, someone may have used your information; the IRS page directs you to Form 14039.
Check the notice number against the official IRS site before you respond, and respond only to the address or number printed on the official page.
The IRS is holding your refund because it needs more time to verify your income, income tax withholding, tax credits and/or business income. A review does not mean you made an error or were dishonest. The IRS page for it is titled 'Understanding your CP05 notice'.
No response is needed; the IRS page says to allow up to 60 days and not to call before then. The date printed on your letter controls; the IRS page for this notice is the source.
If you did not file the return, someone may have used your information; the IRS page directs you to Form 14039.
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