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Anyone know if a notarized statement from your landlord would help? I'm subletting and don't have an official lease agreement.
That could definitely help! Anything official looking that corroborates your story is good. Maybe get your sublease agreement notarized too if you can.
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lol welcome to the wonderful world of California taxes 🤡 where nothing works and we all suffer together
Ain't that the truth 😂 Sometimes I think they make it difficult on purpose!
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Has anyone else noticed that the FTB seems to be moving slower than molasses in January this year? I swear it wasn't this bad last tax season. 🐌
Omg yes! I thought it was just me. Its like they've all gone on vacation or something
I heard they're understaffed and still dealing with a backlog from the pandemic. Doesn't make it any less annoying tho 🙄
Quick question - has anyone received any letters or notices from FTB about their refund? I'm wondering if I should be on the lookout for anything in the mail.
I got a letter asking for additional info about a month after I filed. Definitely keep an eye on your mailbox!
Nada here. Radio silence on all fronts 🦗
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Has anyone had luck contacting their state representative about FTB issues? I've heard sometimes they can help speed things up.
Woah, I didn't even know that was an option. How do you go about contacting your rep?
Just google "find my california state representative" and you'll get a website where you can enter your address. Then reach out to their office explaining your situation. They usually have staff dedicated to helping with these kinds of issues.
Pro tip: If you're expecting a big refund, adjust your withholdings so you get more money throughout the year instead of waiting for a refund. It's basically an interest-free loan to the government otherwise!
This guy finances 👆💯
True, but some people like the forced savings of a big refund. To each their own I guess 🤷♂️
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Unpopular opinion: maybe we should cut FTB some slack? They're probably understaffed and overworked, especially after the pandemic. Just a thought. 🤷♂️
Nice try, FTB employee 😂
Lol, I wish! At least then I'd know what's going on with our refunds 😅
Has anyone tried contacting their state representative about this? I've heard sometimes they can help push things along.
I did this last year when I had a similar issue. It actually helped! Took about 2 weeks, but things started moving after my rep's office got involved.
Oh wow, I hadn't even thought of that. Thanks for the suggestion! I'll look into contacting my rep.
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Pro tip: if you have a friend or family member who speaks another language, try calling the non-English line. Sometimes those have shorter wait times.
Wow, never thought of that! Clever hack 👀
Isn't that kinda unethical tho? What if you're taking the spot of someone who actually needs the language assistance?
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lol imagine thinking the government would give you YOUR money back in a timely manner 🤡
Guys, cmon. The IRS is understaffed and overworked. Cut them some slack.
Found the IRS employee 👆😂
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Has anyone tried using a registered agent service? I've heard they can help prevent these kinds of issues by making sure you don't miss important notices.
I use one and it's been great. A bit pricey, but worth it for the peace of mind.
Any recommendations? I've been thinking about getting one but don't know where to start.
Oof, been there done that. It's a real pain in the butt. First thing you gotta do is figure out why it got suspended. Could be taxes, annual reports, or something else. Once you know that, you can start fixing it.
Thanks for the reply! Any idea how long it usually takes to get everything sorted out? I'm really worried about my employees.
It can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, depending on what caused the suspension and how quick you are with the paperwork. Hang in there!
Carmen Vega
Anyone else feel like they're guilty until proven innocent with the FTB? It's like they assume we're all trying to commit tax fraud or something 🙄
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Andre Rousseau
Heads up: if you're moving for a job, get a letter from your new employer stating your start date and that it's a permanent position. That helped me a ton!
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Zoe Stavros
•This is great advice! Wish I'd known this before I submitted my stuff.
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