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PSA: Be careful of scams! There are a lot of people out there trying to take advantage of folks dealing with IRS issues. Always double check you're on the official IRS website and never give out personal info over the phone unless you initiated the call.
Thanks for the heads up! I'll definitely be careful. Any red flags I should watch out for?
Here's what worked for me after dealing with this for over a month: 1. Log out of your account completely 2. Clear your browser cache and cookies (as mentioned earlier) 3. Use a different browser or device to log back in 4. Before updating anything, go to your security settings and temporarily disable any two-factor authentication 5. Update your profile info 6. Immediately after updating, re-enable two-factor auth 7. Log out and log back in to verify changes stuck If that doesn't work, try accessing the site during off-peak hours (like super early morning). Sometimes the system gets overloaded and glitchy during busy times. Also, make sure you're using a secure, private internet connection. Public Wi-Fi can sometimes cause issues with sensitive info updates. If all else fails, you might need to request a manual review of your account. It's a pain, but sometimes it's the only way to get things sorted. Hope this helps! Let us know if you get it figured out.
This is gold! Mods should pin this comment or add it to the FAQ.
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lol welcome to government efficiency at its finest 𤔠good luck OP, you're gonna need it
ugh im so tired of the irs and there incompetence. we pay are taxes on time but when its time for them to pay us back suddenly everythings slow and 'processing' š
Hey, former IRS employee here. The verification process can be frustrating, I know. One thing to keep in mind is that if there's any mismatch between the info you provided and what they have on file, it can slow things down significantly. Make sure all your addresses, SSNs, and reported incomes are 100% accurate. Also, if you filed by paper instead of electronically, that can add weeks to the process.
Any other pro tips from your time there? š
Always keep copies of EVERYTHING. And I mean everything. It'll save you so much hassle if there's ever an audit or discrepancy.
Zara Shah
Have you considered hiring a tax professional to deal with this for you? Sometimes it's worth paying someone who knows how to navigate the system.
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QuantumQuest
ā¢I've thought about it, but I'm worried about the cost. Any idea what something like this might run?
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Zara Shah
ā¢It varies, but for a straightforward issue like this, probably a few hundred bucks. Might be worth getting a consultation to see if they think they can help.
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Luca Ferrari
tldr: IRS phone system sucks, gather all your docs, be prepared to wait forever, and may the odds be ever in your favor š
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