Anyone else feel like the IRS is just throwing darts at a board to decide who to "verify"? 🎯 Seems so random sometimes.

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Have you tried calling the Taxpayer Advocate Service? They're independent within the IRS and can sometimes help resolve issues faster. Might be worth a shot if you're having trouble getting through on the main lines.

I've been through this before. Usually, they're just looking for some additional documentation to support what you reported on your taxes. Check the letter carefully - it should tell you exactly what they need and how to submit it.

Friendly reminder to everyone: NEVER give out your full SSN over the phone, even if they claim to be from the IRS. They should only need the last 4 digits to verify your identity.

Hey OP, just a heads up - when I went through this, they asked me some pretty specific questions about my past addresses and employers. Might be worth digging up that info before your call, just in case!

lol welcome to adult life where the government takes your money AND makes you jump through hoops to prove you gave them the right amount 🤡

Plot twist: what if the IRS is just a big scam and we're all falling for it? 🤔

Have you tried faxing them? Sometimes that works better than calling. Just make sure to include your SSN and the letter number on every page.

Anyone else think its weird that we have to jump through all these hoops just to pay our taxes? Like, they should be thanking us, not making it impossible to talk to someone 🙃

Anyone else feel like we need a complete overhaul of the tax system? This is ridiculous.

have you checked your transcript online? sometimes it gives more info than the letters they send

lol welcome to bureaucracy hell. been trying to sort out my benefits for 3 months now. good luck!

THE WHOLE SYSTEM IS BROKEN! We shouldn't have to jump through all these hoops just to get basic services. It's time for a complete overhaul!

Hey OP, just a heads up - the verification process can take a while. When I did it, the agent asked me a bunch of questions about my past tax returns and even some stuff about my credit history. It felt like an interrogation lol. Just be patient and have all your docs ready!

Pro tip: call early in the morning right when they open. You'll have a better chance of getting through quickly.

Have you tried faxing your documents? Sometimes that works better than calling. Just make sure to include a cover sheet with your info and case number.

Ugh, I feel your pain. I went through this nightmare last month. Make sure you have EVERYTHING ready before you call - your notice, ID, tax return, the works. It's like they're trying to make it as difficult as possible 🙄

Ugh, the IRS is such a joke. They expect us to pay our taxes on time, but when we need help, suddenly they're nowhere to be found. 🤡

I heard they're implementing a new phone system soon. Hopefully that'll make things easier. Until then, we're all just stuck playing this waiting game 🎲