FTB login not working - 'info doesn't match records' error. Help!
Hey everyone, I'm having a really frustrating issue with my FTB account. I can't log in at all - I've got two different logins and neither of them are working. I keep getting an error message saying the information doesn't match their records. I've been trying to get this sorted for about 2 weeks now, and it's driving me crazy. I really need to find out how much I owe for my LLC. Has anyone else run into this problem or know how to fix it?
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Marcelle Drum
Ugh, that sounds like a nightmare! I had a similar issue last year. Have you tried calling their support line? It took me forever to get through, but they were eventually able to reset my account.
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Collins Angel
•Yeah, I've been trying to call but keep getting disconnected. It's so frustrating!
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Tate Jensen
•Classic FTB... their phone system is a joke. I swear they do it on purpose to avoid helping people 🙄
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Marcelle Drum
•Oof, that sucks. Maybe try calling right when they open? That's how I finally got through.
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Adaline Wong
I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/XbqD8mexcoQ
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Gabriel Ruiz
•Wow, that sounds too good to be true. Does it really work?
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Adaline Wong
•Yeah, it actually does! I was skeptical at first too, but it saved me hours of frustration.
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Misterclamation Skyblue
•20 bucks tho? Seems kinda steep for something that should be free...
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Adaline Wong
•I get that, but honestly, after wasting so much time trying to get through, it was worth every penny to me.
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Peyton Clarke
Here's what you need to do: 1. Double-check all your login info. Make sure you're using the correct username/email and password combination. 2. Clear your browser cache and cookies, then try again. 3. If that doesn't work, try using a different browser or device. 4. Still no luck? You might need to reset your password. Look for the 'Forgot Password' option on the login page. 5. If none of the above works, you'll need to contact FTB directly. Be prepared with your personal info, LLC details, and any correspondence you've had with them. 6. When you do get through, ask them to verify all your account details. Sometimes there's a mismatch in their system that needs to be corrected. 7. While you're at it, request a statement of how much you owe for your LLC. 8. If all else fails, consider visiting an FTB office in person if there's one near you. Hope this helps! Let us know how it goes.
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Collins Angel
•Thank you so much for this detailed response! I'll definitely try these steps.
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Vince Eh
•This is great advice. I'd add one more thing - document EVERYTHING. Every call, every attempt, every person you talk to. It'll help if you need to escalate later.
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Sophia Gabriel
lol welcome to the wonderful world of FTB 🤡 where nothing works and we're all just clowns trying to pay our taxes
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Tobias Lancaster
Have you checked if there's any system maintenance going on? Sometimes they do updates that can mess with logins. Might be worth checking their Twitter or Facebook for announcements.
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Collins Angel
•Oh, I hadn't thought of that. I'll take a look, thanks!
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Ezra Beard
Ive been dealing with FTB issues for my small business for MONTHS now. its a complete disaster. I feel your pain, OP. Hang in there!
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Statiia Aarssizan
•Months??? omg that's insane. What's taking them so long?
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Ezra Beard
•Long story short: they applied a payment to the wrong year, and now it's like pulling teeth to get it corrected. Every time I call, I get a different answer. It's maddening.
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Reginald Blackwell
Hey, former FTB employee here. The 'information doesn't match records' error usually means there's a discrepancy in your personal info. Could be something as simple as a typo in your address or a name change that wasn't updated. When you get through to someone, ask them to verify ALL your info on file.
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Collins Angel
•Oh wow, thank you! That's really helpful. I'll definitely ask about that when I finally get through.
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Aria Khan
•This is why I love Reddit. Always someone with insider knowledge! 💯
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Everett Tutum
have u tried turning it off and on again? 🤣
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Sunny Wang
•lmao if only it were that easy
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Hugh Intensity
Serious question: why does FTB make everything so complicated? It's like they're stuck in the 90s with their tech. Anyone know if there are plans to upgrade their systems?
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Effie Alexander
•I heard they were supposed to do a major overhaul last year, but it got delayed. Typical government efficiency 🙄
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Melissa Lin
•As someone who works in gov tech (not FTB), it's usually a combo of budget constraints, legacy systems, and the sheer scale of data they're dealing with. But yeah, it's frustrating for everyone.
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