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Has anyone tried contacting their local Taxpayer Advocate Service? They can sometimes help if you're facing financial hardship due to refund delays.
Plot twist: the IRS is using our refunds to fund a secret space program π½πΈ
Lol, that would explain a lot. Tax dollars at twerk πΊπ
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Area 51? More like Area 1040 amirite? π
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have u tried turning the irs off and on again?
Instructions unclear. Accidentally deleted all my files and now I owe $50k π
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Serious question: has anyone successfully sued the IRS for delays like this? Seems like there should be some kind of accountability.
Good luck suing the government lol. They make the rules, remember?
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Actually, you can sue the IRS, but it's a complicated process. Look up "taxpayer bill of rights" for more info. Still, probably not worth it for a refund delay.
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I heard a rumor that they're super backed up because of covid still. Apparently they lost a bunch of staff and haven't been able to replace them. Not sure if its true, but might explain the delays.
That tracks. My cousin works for the state (not SDI) and says everyone is understaffed rn. Still sucks for those of us waiting tho π©
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Pro tip: if you're really desperate, try reaching out to your state assembly member or senator. Their offices sometimes have connections and can help speed things up. Worked for me when I was in a similar boat last year.
That's a great idea! I never would have thought of that. Do you just call their office or is there a specific way to contact them about this kind of thing?
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Most have a 'constituent services' section on their website. Fill out the form there and be sure to mention it's urgent. They usually get back to you within a few days.
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lol welcome to the wonderful world of IRS bureaucracy. grab a snack and get comfy, you might be here a while π
Facts π― Dealing with the IRS is like watching paint dry, but less exciting
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This sounds like an ad. Are you affiliated with this company?
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Nah, just a satisfied customer. I get the skepticism tho. Do your own research before trying anything new.
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anyone else think its wild that we gotta prove who we are to the same ppl who take our money every year? like, don't yall know me already? π€‘
FR! π They know exactly who we are when it's time to collect, but suddenly they got amnesia when we need something from them π
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I heard they're understaffed due to budget cuts. Not an excuse, but might explain the long wait times. Anyone know if they're hiring? Maybe we should all apply and fix it from the inside lol
Here's what you need to do: 1. Try updating your address online first at irs.gov/myaccount 2. If that doesn't work, you'll need to call 1-800-829-1040 3. Have your social security number, old address, and new address ready 4. Be prepared to verify your identity 5. Ask them to confirm when the change will take effect 6. If your refund has already been sent, ask about the process for getting it reissued Remember, patience is key. The IRS is dealing with a huge backlog, so everything is taking longer than usual. Good luck!
Wow, thank you so much for the detailed info! This is super helpful π―
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MVP right here π Saving this for future reference
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Have you tried sending a carrier pigeon with your updated address? Might be faster than dealing with the IRS ποΈπ
LOL I'm dead π But for real, it sometimes feels like that would be more effective
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Not sure if this helps, but I had a similar issue and it turned out my ex-spouse's debt was affecting my refund. Might be worth checking if there's any joint liability you're not aware of.
Interesting point. I'm not married, but I'll double-check if there's any other liability I might have overlooked. Thanks!
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Have you tried contacting your local congressperson's office? Sometimes they can help expedite IRS issues.
This! π My cousin did this and got her issue resolved in weeks instead of months.
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Has anyone tried reaching out to their local congressperson's office? I've heard they can sometimes help with IRS issues.
Wow, I never even thought of that. How do you go about contacting them?
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Just google your congressperson and look for a 'constituent services' section on their website. They usually have a form you can fill out explaining your problem.
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lol why even bother calling? the irs is a joke anyway. taxation is theft π€‘
Dude, not helpful. Some of us actually need to resolve real issues with them.
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whatever man, just speaking truth π€
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Have you checked if there were any recent changes to tax withholding or benefit deductions? Sometimes those can catch you off guard and make your check look different.
Whatever you do, don't just let it slide. I made that mistake once and it took forever to get backpay. Speak up asap!
Thanks for the warning. I'll definitely address it right away.
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Savannah Glover
Just a heads up, the IRS recently updated some guidelines for Form 941. Make sure you're using the latest version of the form and instructions!
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Felix Grigori
OP, if you're still struggling, don't forget that local Small Business Development Centers often offer free or low-cost tax help. Might be worth checking out if there's one near you.
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Axel Far
That's a great suggestion, thank you! I'll definitely look into that.
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