Have you checked if there were any changes to tax laws or deductions for 2021? Sometimes a big bill can come from missing out on a form or a change in how certain income is taxed. Might be worth talking to a tax professional to review your return.

40k?! 😱 Bruh, I'd be having a heart attack. Sending good vibes your way, hope you get this sorted out!

lol imagine thinking the IRS actually cares about us peasants 🤡 They'll take our money quick enough but god forbid we need something from them

Has anyone tried faxing? I know it sounds ancient, but I've heard some people have had luck getting responses that way.

Serious question: has anyone ever sued the IRS for delays? Like, if we're late with taxes, we get penalized. Shouldn't it work both ways?

Pro tip: if you adjust your W-4 to have less withheld throughout the year, you won't have to wait for a big refund. It's better to have that money in your pocket each paycheck anyway!

Quick tip: if you're having trouble remembering details from old tax returns, check if you have copies of your wage and income transcripts. You can usually get these online and they can be a lifesaver!

I went thru this last year. It's annoying but not as bad as it seems. Just be patient and persistent. You got this, OP!

I work in finance, so let me break this down for you: 1. Refund processing times vary by company and payment method. 2. Most companies initiate refunds within 1-3 business days of cancellation. 3. Credit card refunds typically appear as pending within 24 hours but may take 3-5 days to post. 4. Debit card and bank transfer refunds can take 5-10 business days. 5. PayPal refunds are usually faster, often within 24 hours. If it's been longer than these timeframes, definitely reach out to the company again. They should be able to provide a refund confirmation number or transaction ID. As for the IRS issue, consider using the Taxpayer Advocate Service if you're having trouble resolving it on your own. They can often help navigate complex situations.

lol welcome to the wonderful world of adulting where you gotta chase down your own money 🤡 good luck OP!

Just a heads up, theres a new IRS policy about Innocent Spouse Relief that went into effect last month. Make sure youre up to date on the latest requirements before you file!

unpopular opinion: the irs isnt that bad if u know how to work the system. ive had good experiences every time ive called 🤷‍♂️

Maybe try reaching out to your local congressperson's office? They sometimes have liaisons who can help with IRS issues.

just dont pay taxes problem solved 🤡

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Have you tried turning it off and on again? 😂 jk jk... but seriously, sometimes logging out of everything, restarting your computer, and trying again can work wonders. Worth a shot!

Has anyone else noticed that the refunds seem to be taking longer each year? I swear it used to be faster back in the day.

Quick question for the group: does anyone know if amending your return affects the refund timeline? I just realized I forgot to include some 1099 income 😬

Anyone else think its ridiculous we have to jump through all these hoops just to get a simple letter? The whole system needs an overhaul smh

Hey OP, just curious - why do you need an expedited verification letter? I'm in a similar boat and wondering if I should be worried about timeframes.