Got IRS Letter 4883C - Need help verifying identity

Ugh, I got that letter too. It's a pain in the butt, but don't worry too much. You'll need to call the IRS and answer some questions to prove you are who you say you are. They'll ask about past tax returns, so have those handy.

I found a way to get someone on the phone fast. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c

Here's what you need to know about the 4883C letter: • It's legit, not a scam • You MUST respond or your tax return processing will be delayed • You'll need to call the Identity Verification number (NOT the regular IRS number) • Have your letter, this year's tax return, and last year's return handy • They'll ask questions only you should know the answers to • The whole process takes about 15-30 minutes once you get through • After verification, it can take up to 9 weeks for your return to be processed Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.

am i the only 1 who thinks its crazy that the IRS makes it so hard to give them our money? like, hello, im tryna pay my taxes here 🙄

Quick tip: if you're having trouble remembering details from old tax returns, check if you have copies of your wage and income transcripts. You can usually get these online and they can be a lifesaver!

I went thru this last year. It's annoying but not as bad as it seems. Just be patient and persistent. You got this, OP!

Hey Amy! I just went through this exact same thing a few months ago. The 4883C letter looks scary but it's actually pretty straightforward once you get through to them. A few things that helped me: 1. Call early in the morning (like 7-8 AM) - way better chance of getting through 2. Have your Social Security card handy too, not just tax returns 3. They might ask about previous addresses or employers from past returns 4. Write down the confirmation number they give you at the end! The whole verification call took about 20 minutes once I got someone on the line. My refund came through about 5 weeks later. You'll be fine! 👍