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Ugh, I feel for you. The IRS is so backed up this year its ridiculous. I filed in February and just got my refund last week. Hang in there!
Pro tip: if you do get through to someone, ask them to put a note on your account about the financial hardship. It might help if someone else looks at your case later.
Has anyone tried negotiating with their creditors? I've heard some are willing to reduce the total amount owed if you can pay a lump sum. Might be worth looking into if you can scrape together some cash.
PSA: Be careful about taking advice from random internet strangers. Always double-check with a financial advisor or legal professional before making any big decisions about your debt!
This š Some of y'all giving out advice that could land OP in hot water fr
One cautionary note: If you claimed certain credits like EITC or ACTC, be aware that even with a DDD, your refund might be subject to the PATH Act hold. I had a similar timeline to yours last year, got excited about seeing my DDD, but then had to wait an additional 2 weeks because the PATH Act prevents the IRS from issuing certain refunds before mid-February. Don't make financial commitments based on your expected refund date until the money is actually in your account.
I verified on Monday April 14, and I checked today April 26th and it is being process? Should I call the irs instead
Has anyone tried contacting their local Taxpayer Advocate Service? I've heard they can sometimes help with refund delays if you're experiencing financial hardship.
Pro tip: If you're expecting a big refund next year, consider adjusting your withholdings instead. It's basically giving the government an interest-free loan otherwise!
This! š I started doing this a couple years ago and it's so much better. More money in each paycheck and no stress about refund delays
Mei Chen
Whatever you do, DON'T agree to anything or make any payments without fully understanding your situation. The IRS can be pushy, but you have rights!
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Liam O'Sullivan
Has anyone else noticed that the IRS seems even more disorganized lately? I swear it's gotten worse since the pandemic š
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Amara Okonkwo
ā¢Totally! I think they're still catching up on the backlog. It's a mess.
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Giovanni Marino
ā¢Yeah, budget cuts + pandemic = disaster. They need more funding tbh
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