lol welcome to adult life, where the IRS always wins and we're all just trying not to cry 😭

Have you tried reaching out to your local congressperson's office? Sometimes they can help cut through the red tape with federal agencies like the IRS.

Plot twist: what if the check got lost in the mail? 👀 Might be worth asking them to cancel the original check and reissue a new one.

I'm in the same boat, OP. Filed in February, still waiting. This is ridiculous. We should start a class action lawsuit or something 😤

Serious question: has anyone ever sued the FTB for delays? I'm starting to wonder if there's any legal recourse when they take forever with refunds.

Not to be that guy, but have you considered filing electronically next time? It's usually faster and you can track your refund more easily.

Ive been dealing with a similar issue for MONTHS. its so frustrating. hang in there OP, and don't let them push you around!

Plot twist: what if you actually do owe the money and just forgot about it? 🤯 Jk jk, hope you get it sorted out soon!

Quick question - how long ago did you receive the garnishment notice? There's usually a window where you can contest it before it actually starts.

Have you checked your online account with FTB? Sometimes you can upload documents directly there and it might be faster than calling.

have you tried faxing your docs? sometimes that gets faster results than snail mail

Just a heads up, there was a glitch in the FTB system last month that caused a bunch of false flags for missing insurance. Might be worth mentioning when you get through to them.

I work in accounting and see this kinda thing all the time. The FTB's systems are notoriously outdated. Sometimes returns get 'lost' in their digital filing system even tho they physically received them. Keep pushin and don't let em off the hook!

Plot twist: what if the call from last year confirming they received your returns was the actual scam? 🤔 jk jk... unless? 👀

man, the whole system is broken. why does it have to be so complicated just to run a business? 😤

Hey OP, how long has your business been suspended? Just curious about the timeline here.

lol good luck. the system is rigged against us little guys anyway 🤡

Has anyone tried negotiating a lower total amount owed? I've heard sometimes they'll settle for less if you can pay a lump sum.

This is ridiculous. We shouldn't have to jump through hoops just to set up a payment plan. The system is broken 😤

Here's what worked for me: 1. Call early in the morning, right when they open 2. If you get a busy signal, hang up and immediately redial 3. Keep doing this until you get into the hold queue 4. Once you're on hold, DO NOT HANG UP no matter how long it takes 5. Have all your info ready when you finally get through It took me about 2 hours total, but I finally got it sorted. Hope this helps someone!