IRS can not verify my wife. In 2023 we filed jointly. For 2024 we are filing jointly. The IRS needs the AGI from 2023 for both of us. I put the same number for each of us. The IRS accepted the AGI for me and not for my wife. What am I doing wrong??
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If you used the same amount---the amount from line 11 of your 2023 Form 1040--- you did nothing wrong. The AGI is the same for both spouses when you file a joint return. But try using zero and see if that helps.
I did try the same number for us both and I tried 0 for my wife and they say her number is wrong.
The IRS uses your prior year AGI to combat fraud.
You can find your 2023 Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) by:
Please click on this TurboTax article for more information.
Check these items as well to ensure you have the correct number. If you:
Time-saving Tip: If what you entered is correct and you continue to get a reject, you won't be able to e-file. There's probably a data mismatch at the government, or some other situation beyond your control that prevents your return from being e-filed. In this case, your only option would be to print and mail in your return.
This article will give you instruction on how to print and mail your return.
thanks I did use the info from 2023. they accepted me and rejected my wife with the same number. I also double checked that the pin matched from 2023. I also checked the both returns had the exact personal info on both returns and drivers license. Still no good. I have been efiling for years with no issues. I just sent in the return by mail.
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