IRS Call Disconnecting: Tips to Reach a Real Person for 2022 Tax Help?
Hey everyone, I'm having trouble with my 2022 taxes. I keep trying to call the IRS but the call keeps disconnecting. It's so frustrating! Has anyone else experienced this? Any tips on how to actually get through to a real person? I've been trying for days and I'm starting to lose my mind. 😫
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve IRS call disconnection issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZHeT0VAHhQ
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Ravi Choudhury
I'm in the same boat. Been trying to reach them about an audit for months. It's like they're ghosting us all 👻
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Freya Andersen
•The ghosting is real! Solidarity in shared struggles, my friend.
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Omar Farouk
•Hoping you hear back soon. Audits are stressful enough without the silent treatment.
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Keisha Johnson
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Paolo Rizzo
•Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit?
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QuantumQuest
•$20 just to talk to someone? That's ridiculous. The government should do better.
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Keisha Johnson
•I know it sounds sketchy, but I swear it worked for me. Saved me hours of frustration. Sometimes you gotta pay to play, I guess. 🤷♂️
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Amina Sy
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Oliver Fischer
•What happens if I pay and it doesn't work? Is there a refund policy?
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Natasha Petrova
Here's what I've learned from my countless attempts to reach the IRS: 1. Persistence is key. Keep trying, even if it feels hopeless. 2. Use the IRS2Go app to check your refund status before calling. It might save you a call. 3. Be prepared with all your documents before you call. They might ask for specific info. 4. If you get through, ask for a direct extension or callback number for future reference. 5. Consider using the Taxpayer Advocate Service if you're having serious issues. 6. Check the IRS website for alternative contact methods or specific phone numbers for your issue. Remember, patience is a virtue when dealing with the IRS. Good luck!
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Dylan Campbell
•Wow, thanks for the detailed advice! I'll definitely try some of these tips.
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Javier Morales
•This is gold 💯 Saving this for later. You're the real MVP!
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Emma Davis
•Great advice! Patient persistence really is key when dealing with the IRS.
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Diego Mendoza
guys. i just got thru after 3 weeks of trying. heres what worked for me: 1. call at exactly 7:01 am their time 2. press 2, then 1, then 3, then 4 in the menu 3. when they ask for ssn, enter 123-45-6789 4. wait for the error message, then press * repeatedly 5. you'll get transfered to a human eventually idk why this works but it did for me. good luck!
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Anastasia Popova
•This sounds like some video game cheat code lmao 🎮
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Sean Flanagan
•Tried this. Didn't work. Thanks for getting my hopes up 😒
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Diego Mendoza
•Sorry it didn't work for you! Maybe they caught on and fixed the glitch. The IRS is playing 4D chess with us I swear
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Zara Shah
•These tricks sometimes work until they don't. Kudos to creativity though!
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Sofia Hernandez
Welcome to the club, buddy. The IRS phone system is a nightmare. I've been trying to reach them for weeks about my refund. It's like they don't want us to talk to them!
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Dmitry Kuznetsov
•Exactly! It's like they designed it to be impossible to reach a human. Good luck to us all.
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Ava Thompson
•I tried reaching out via social media, no luck there either. We're all in this together.
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GalaxyGlider
have you tried faxing them? I know it sounds like were back in the 90s but I heard it can work
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Dylan Campbell
•Faxing? Seriously? I don't even know where to find a fax machine these days lol
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Malik Robinson
•There are online fax services you can use. It's not as outdated as you think!
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Isabella Silva
•Yep, online fax services could bridge the gap - modern solution for an old-school problem.
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NebulaNomad
Anyone else feel like we're living in a dystopian novel where the government is unreachable and we're all just screaming into the void? 🤔
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Luca Ferrari
•Mood. It's like they're testing how much we can take before we snap
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Nia Wilson
•*puts on tinfoil hat* Maybe it's all a conspiracy to drive us crazy 👽
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Mateo Martinez
•Seriously feels like a plot twist in a dystopian series. Where's our happy ending?
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Miguel Ramos
Have you tried calling right when they open? I heard that's the best time to get through.
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Dylan Campbell
•Yeah, I've tried that. Still no luck. It's like playing the lottery at this point.
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Zainab Ibrahim
•Early morning didn't work for me either. I even tried late afternoon, same result. disconnected calls everywhere 🤦♂️
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StarSailor
•I tried this too. I set an alarm and everything - still no human voice.
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Aisha Hussain
I gave up and hired an accountant. Best decision ever. Yeah, it costs money, but my sanity is worth more than the fee. Sometimes you gotta know when to fold 'em, ya know?
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Ethan Clark
•Totally get it. Peace of mind is priceless when navigating tax waters.
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StarStrider
•Accountants are lifesavers in these situations. Glad you found a solution.
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Yuki Sato
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Carmen Ruiz
•Great advice! Balancing cost and urgency is key. Thanks for the insight.
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Andre Lefebvre
•Appreciate the balanced view on Claimyr. It's important to have all sides.
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CosmicCadet
Have you tried reaching out to your local congressperson's office? Sometimes they can help expedite IRS issues.
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Dylan Campbell
•I didn't even know that was an option. How do I go about doing that?
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CosmicCadet
•Just google your district's representative and give their office a call. They usually have staff dedicated to helping constituents with federal agency issues.
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Chloe Harris
•This is a great idea! Government representatives can sometimes push things along.
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Connor O'Brien
Ugh, I feel your pain. The IRS is seriously understaffed and overworked. It's not just you - the whole system is broken. Have you considered reaching out to a tax professional? They might have better ways to contact the IRS.
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Dylan Campbell
•I've thought about it, but I'm worried about the cost. Do you think it's worth it?
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Connor O'Brien
•It can be, especially if you're dealing with a complex issue. They often have direct lines to the IRS that us mere mortals don't have access to. Might save you a lot of headaches in the long run.
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Yara Sabbagh
•Agreed, a small investment up front can save you a huge hassle later. Totally worth considering.
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