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PSA: Watch out for scams! There are a lot of fake 'identity verification' services out there trying to steal your info. ONLY use official .gov websites!
š This! My cousin got scammed trying to verify her identity. Lost like $500 š±
Oof, that's rough. Thanks for the warning!
Anyone else feel like we need a complete overhaul of the tax system? This verification stuff is just a symptom of a bigger problem imho
Careful, talk like that might get you audited šš
Hey OP, hang in there! I know it seems overwhelming, but take it one step at a time. You've got this! šŖ
I went thru this last week. Here's what you need to know: ⢠Have multiple forms of ID ready (driver's license, passport, birth certificate) ⢠Recent utility bill or bank statement for proof of address ⢠Social Security card or number ⢠Be prepared to answer security questions about your history ⢠If it's for financial stuff, have recent tax returns handy ⢠Write down all info they give you, including agent names and reference numbers ⢠Be patient! The process can take a while Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.
Yep, they did ask about previous addresses. They went back about 7 years for me. Also, they asked about any name changes, so keep that in mind if it applies to you.
This is gold šÆ Saving this for later!
anyone else feel like were living in a dystopia where we constantly have to prove who we are? š¤
Preach! š It's getting ridiculous how many hoops we have to jump through.
Eh, I'd rather have some security than none. Identity theft is no joke.
Has anyone tried reaching out to their local congressman's office? Sometimes they can help push things along with federal agencies.
ugh im so done with this. been waiting 2 months now. thinking of just showing up at their office and refusing to leave until someone helps me lol
Careful with that approach, buddy. Don't wanna end up in cuffs over a refund! š¬
yeah you're probably right. just so frustrated ya know? feels like were all just screaming into the void here
Melissa Lin
Have you checked if there's been any identity theft? Sometimes scammers file false returns in your name, causing these kinds of issues.
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Melissa Lin
ā¢You can request an Identity Protection PIN from the IRS website. It's a good way to protect yourself and it might reveal if there's been any suspicious activity on your account.
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Vince Eh
ā¢Thanks, I'll definitely look into that. Better safe than sorry!
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Lydia Santiago
Plot twist: what if your tax company messed up? Might be worth getting a second opinion from another tax pro.
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