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FTB wage garnishment notice - How to ensure health insurance is accounted for?

Hey everyone, I just got a notice saying they're gonna start garnishing my wages. The thing is, I had health insurance but I'm not sure if they've taken that into account. Anyone dealt with this before? I'm trying to figure out how to make sure they've got all the right info before they start taking money out of my paycheck.

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve FTB wage garnishment issue, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yxkkp-l_P50

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StellarSurfer

Ugh, been there done that. The FTB can be a real pain to deal with. Have you tried calling them directly? It took me forever to figure out which department to talk to.

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Anastasia Romanov

Yeah, that's exactly my problem! I've been bounced around so much, I feel like a pinball. Any tips on which department to ask for?

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StellarSurfer

I feel ya. Try asking for the Collections department specifically. They usually handle wage garnishment stuff. Good luck!

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Sean Kelly

Protip: always ask for a supervisor if the first person cant help. They usually know more and can actually do stuff 💯

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Zara Malik

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone without waiting forever. 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 the link: https://claimyr.com

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Luca Greco

Sounds too good to be true. Does it really work? 🤔

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Zara Malik

Yeah, it actually does! I was skeptical at first too, but it saved me hours of hold time. Totally worth the 20 bucks imo.

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Nia Thompson

idk man, paying to talk to the government? That's some dystopian stuff right there 🤡

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Zara Malik

LOL I get it, but when you're losing hair over this stuff, $20 to actually talk to a human is a bargain. Just my 2 cents!

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Mateo Rodriguez

Make sure you have all your documents ready before you call. They'll ask for proof of your health insurance, dates of coverage, etc. And don't let them push you around! Stand your ground and make sure they review everything.

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Aisha Hussain

Oof, wage garnishment is rough. Have you considered setting up a payment plan with them instead? Sometimes they're willing to work with you if you reach out first.

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Anastasia Romanov

I hadn't thought of that! Do you know if they're usually open to that kind of thing?

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Aisha Hussain

In my experience, yeah. Just be prepared with how much you can realistically pay each month. They might not love your first offer, but its a starting point for negotation.

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GalacticGladiator

Here's what you need to do to resolve this issue with the FTB (Franchise Tax Board) regarding wage garnishment and health insurance: 1. Gather Documentation: • Proof of health insurance coverage (policy documents, insurance cards) • Dates of coverage • Any correspondence you've had with FTB • Pay stubs showing current wages 2. Contact FTB: • Call the Collections Department at 800-689-4776 • Be prepared for long hold times • Ask to speak to a supervisor if needed 3. During the Call: • Explain your situation clearly • Provide all relevant information about your health insurance • Ask them to review your case and update their records • Request a hold on the wage garnishment while they review 4. Follow Up: • Get a case number or reference number • Ask for a timeline on when they'll complete the review • Request written confirmation of any agreements made 5. Consider Alternatives: • If eligible, propose a payment plan • Ask about any hardship programs they might offer Remember, stay calm and persistent. Document everything, including who you spoke to and when. If you're not making progress, consider seeking help from a tax professional or contacting your local taxpayer advocate office. Good luck!

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Anastasia Romanov

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed breakdown! This is incredibly helpful. I'm gonna start gathering all my docs right away.

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Ethan Brown

This guy FTBs 👆

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Yuki Yamamoto

Saving this for later. You never know when the tax man cometh 😈

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Carmen Ruiz

am i the only 1 who thinks its crazy we gotta jump thru all these hoops just to not get our wages stolen? the system is broken af

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Andre Lefebvre

Preach! 🙌 It's like they make it complicated on purpose

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Zoe Dimitriou

Welcome to adulting in America, where nothing makes sense and the points don't matter 🎭

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QuantumQuest

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.

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Anastasia Romanov

I got it about a week ago. Do you know how long that window typically is?

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QuantumQuest

It's usually around 30 days, but don't quote me on that. Best to act ASAP tho, bureaucracy moves slow af

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Jamal Anderson

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

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