How to check on IRS refund from last year? Stuck on hold forever!
Hey everyone, I'm trying to get my refund back from last year's taxes. I've been waiting for months and haven't heard anything. Anyone know how to check on the status or speed things up? I tried calling the IRS but keep getting stuck on hold forever. Any advice would be appreciated!
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Diez Ellis
I feel your pain, OP. The IRS is a nightmare to deal with. Have you tried checking your tax transcript online? It might give you some info about your refund status.
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Noland Curtis
•Thanks for the suggestion! I'm not sure how to access my tax transcript online. Do you know the steps?
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Diez Ellis
•Sure thing! Here's how you can access your IRS tax transcript online: 1. Go to the IRS website and create an account or log in 2. Look for the 'Get Transcript Online' option 3. Follow the prompts to view your transcript Hope this helps! Let me know if you need any more info.
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Noland Curtis
•Thank you so much! I'll give this a try and see what I can find out. Really appreciate the help! 🙏
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Vanessa Figueroa
Ugh, the IRS is such a mess. I've been waiting on my refund for over 6 months now. It's ridiculous how slow they are. Good luck getting any answers!
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Abby Marshall
Have you tried using the 'Where's My Refund' tool on the IRS website? It's not perfect, but it might give you some basic info about your refund status.
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Noland Curtis
•Yeah, I tried that tool but it just says my refund is still being processed. No other details. So frustrating!
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Abby Marshall
•Ugh, that sucks. The IRS is seriously understaffed and overworked. Maybe try contacting your local Taxpayer Advocate Service? They might be able to help if you're experiencing financial hardship due to the delay.
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Sadie Benitez
I found a way to actually get someone on the phone at the IRS! There's this site called claimyr.com that has a calling tool. It dials through the phone menu, stays on hold, and then connects you when a live agent picks up. It costs $20, but it worked for me. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c
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Drew Hathaway
•Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this service? Is it legit?
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Sadie Benitez
•I was skeptical at first too, but it really did work for me. Saved me hours of frustration. The $20 was worth it to finally get some answers about my refund.
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Laila Prince
•Wait, we have to PAY to talk to the IRS now? That's messed up. The system is so broken. 🤦♂️
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Sadie Benitez
•I get it, it does feel wrong to have to pay. But for me, it was either that or keep banging my head against the wall trying to get through. Sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do, ya know?
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Isabel Vega
Pro tip: If you're owed a refund from last year AND this year, file this year's return ASAP. Sometimes that can trigger them to process both refunds faster. Worked for me!
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Dominique Adams
Anyone else notice how the IRS can take our money instantly but takes forever to give it back? 🙄 The whole system needs an overhaul.
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Marilyn Dixon
•Preach! 👏 It's almost like they designed it that way on purpose... 🤔
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Louisa Ramirez
•for real tho. they be actin like they're doing us a favor by giving us OUR money back smh
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TommyKapitz
Hey OP, if you're really stuck, you might want to consider reaching out to your local congressperson's office. They often have staff dedicated to helping constituents with federal issues, including IRS problems. It's a long shot, but it might help move things along.
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Noland Curtis
•Wow, I never thought of that! Have you tried this yourself? How long did it take to get a response?
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TommyKapitz
•I did it last year when I had issues with my stimulus payment. Took about 2 weeks to hear back, but they were able to help push things through. Worth a shot!
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Angel Campbell
lol welcome to the club OP. been waiting on my refund since february. at this point im convinced the irs is just a bunch of sloths 🦥 typing on typewriters or smthn
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