IRS Identity Verification Nightmare - Need Help Preparing for Call

Ugh, I went through this nightmare last year. Make sure you have ALL your documents ready before the call. They'll ask for things like your social security card, driver's license, and recent tax returns. Also, be prepared to answer some weird questions about your past addresses and employment history. Good luck!

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone without waiting for hours. 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/bDXD2SD0gGk

Pro tip: Use the IRS website to schedule an appointment at your local office. It's way easier than trying to get through on the phone. Just make sure you bring every possible document you might need.

am i the only 1 who thinks its ridiculous we have to jump thru all these hoops just to prove were who we say we are?? the whole systems broken smh

Here's a comprehensive guide for IRS identity verification: 1. Gather all necessary documents: - Social Security card - Driver's license or state ID - Passport (if you have one) - Recent tax returns (last 3 years) - W-2 forms or 1099 forms - Birth certificate - Utility bills or bank statements showing your current address 2. Prepare for security questions: - Review your credit report for past addresses and employment - Make a list of vehicles you've owned - Recall names of past employers and dates of employment - Remember details about past loans or credit cards 3. During the call: - Stay calm and patient - Answer questions honestly - if you're unsure, say so - Take notes of the agent's name and any case numbers provided - Ask for clarification if you don't understand something 4. Follow-up: - If they request additional documents, send them promptly - Keep all correspondence and make copies of everything you send Remember, the process can take time. If you're having trouble getting through on the phone, consider using a call-back service or scheduling an in-person appointment at your local IRS office. Good luck!

Has anyone tried using one of those identity protection services? wondering if it might help streamline the process...

lol good luck. i've been trying to verify my identity with the irs for 6 months now. everytime i think i'm done, they ask for something else. it's like playing whack-a-mole with bureaucracy 🤡