have you tried turning the IRS off and on again? 😂

Serious question: has anyone successfully sued the IRS for this kind of thing? I'm so tired of their incompetence.

I went through this last month. Took forever to get someone on the phone, but once I did, it was pretty quick. Just be patient and persistent!

Hot take: the whole tax system needs an overhaul. Why should we have to jump through hoops just to pay our taxes? 🤡 Other countries have it so much easier.

Anyone else feel like the whole system is designed to be as frustrating as possible? 🤔 Like they're hoping we'll just give up?

I had to go through this last year. Here's what worked for me: 1. Be super polite but firm with the agents 2. Have all your docs ready before you call 3. If one agent can't help, politely ask to speak to a supervisor 4. Follow up every week if you don't hear back 5. Check your spam folder regularly! Hang in there, it's a process but you'll get through it!

Have you considered hiring a tax professional? They might be able to help you navigate this and potentially get the penalty removed.

just gonna leave this here: taxation is theft 🤷‍♂️

Here's what you need to do: 1. Document everything. Keep a log of all your calls, including dates, times, and who you spoke to (if anyone). 2. Send a formal written complaint via email AND certified mail. Include all your documentation. 3. If they still don't respond, file a complaint with the Better Business Bureau and your state's consumer protection office. 4. As a last resort, consider small claims court. It's a hassle for $9.99, but sometimes the threat alone is enough to get them to act. 5. In the future, always read the fine print and check company reviews before making purchases. Remember, persistence is key. Don't let them wear you down. Good luck!

lol imagine being this worked up over 10 bucks 🤣

PSA: Make sure you're checking the IRS2Go app for updates too. Sometimes it updates before the website.

OP, did you file electronically or by paper? Paper returns are taking FOREVER to process right now.

Has anyone actually received their payment recently? Need some hope here...

Plot twist: the real ERC was the friends we made along the way 😂

Has anyone tried using a tax advocate service? I've heard they can sometimes help negotiate with the IRS on your behalf.

Just a heads up, even if you negotiate a lower payoff amount, it might still show up on your credit report. Make sure to ask about how it'll affect your credit score during the negotiation.

idk man, maybe just skip the appointment altogether? 🤷‍♂️ jk jk

Have you tried reaching out to them on social media? Sometimes companies are more responsive there because it's public.

The IRS is so behind on everything, it's ridiculous. I filed my taxes 4 months ago and still haven't gotten my refund. The whole system needs an overhaul.

Have you checked the "Where's My Refund" tool on the IRS website? Sometimes that has info that isn't on the transcript.