IRS 4883C letter: Can't reach IRS before closing - What to do?

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lmao welcome to the wonderful world of dealing with the IRS 🤡 where everything's made up and your time doesn't matter

Hey OP, don't stress too much. I got one of these letters last year and it turned out to be no big deal. Just make sure you respond within the timeframe and you'll be fine!

I swear the hold music is designed to make you hang up. It's psychological warfare at this point 🎵😵‍💫

Remember when we could just mail in our tax returns and not worry about all this identity verification stuff? Pepperidge Farm remembers 👴

Guys, I think I figured it out. The real reason we can't get through is because all the IRS agents are busy browsing this subreddit for tax evasion tips 🕵️‍♂️

Unpopular opinion: the IRS is understaffed and underfunded. They're doing their best with limited resources. Maybe if we properly funded government services, we wouldn't have these issues 🤷‍♀️

I'm in the same boat. Been trying to reach them for days now. It's like they don't want us to actually talk to a human being 🙄

Has anyone tried showing up in person at an IRS office? Wonder if that would be faster...

Update: Still haven't gotten through 😭 Gonna try again tomorrow morning. Thanks for all the advice everyone!

Here's what you need to know about the 4883C letter: 1. It's usually sent when the IRS needs to verify your identity 2. You MUST respond within 30 days of the date on the letter 3. Have all your documents ready before you call (W-2, 1040, etc.) 4. Be prepared to answer questions about your personal info and tax return Don't panic! This doesn't necessarily mean there's a problem with your return. They're just being extra cautious about identity theft. Pro tip: If you can't get through today, keep trying first thing in the morning. The IRS typically starts taking calls at 7am local time. Good luck!

If you're still struggling to reach the IRS, it's worth considering Claimyr for quick service. While it's true that $20 might seem steep just to get connected, it could be invaluable if you're losing business hours to these calls. However, always be cautious with third-party services. Read reviews and make sure you're comfortable with the process. In the meantime, faxing your response, visiting a local IRS office (with an appointment), and keeping all your tax documents handy can help reduce any stress or delays. Remember, the IRS is required to respond to every request, so keep a diligent eye out for any communication.

Ugh, I feel your pain. I got one of those letters last month and it was a nightmare trying to get through to someone. Keep trying though, persistence is key with the IRS!

Pro tip: use the IRS2Go app to check your refund status. Might save you a call if that's what you're worried about.

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 🙃