IRS Notice Claims I Owe Money - But I Disagree! What to Do?
Just got a notice from the IRS saying I owe them money, but I don't agree with the balance. Has anyone else dealt with this? What should I do? I'm freaking out here!
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Anita George
Ugh, been there done that. The IRS is always tryna get more money outta us 🙄 First thing you gotta do is carefully review that notice. Make sure all the numbers match up with your records. Sometimes they make mistakes too!
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Abigail Spencer
•fr fr the IRS be trippin sometimes. I had a similar issue last year and it turned out they had some old info on file. def double check everything!
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Logan Chiang
•Good advice! Also, don't panic OP. These notices are scary but there's usually a solution if you stay calm and methodical.
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Isla Fischer
Here's what you need to do: 1. Don't ignore the notice! That'll only make things worse. 2. Review all your tax documents and compare them to what the IRS is claiming. 3. If you still think they're wrong, gather all your evidence (receipts, bank statements, etc). 4. Call the IRS and explain your situation. Be polite but firm. 5. If the phone call doesn't resolve it, you might need to file a formal dispute. 6. Consider getting a tax professional to help if it's a significant amount. Remember, you have rights as a taxpayer. Don't let them bully you if you truly believe they're mistaken.
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Miles Hammonds
•This is solid advice right here 💯 Especially about not ignoring it. I made that mistake once and ended up owing way more in penalties ðŸ˜
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Ruby Blake
•Quick question - how long do we typically have to respond to these notices before they escalate?
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Isla Fischer
•Usually you have about 30 days from the date on the notice, but always check the specific deadline on your letter. Don't wait till the last minute tho!
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Micah Franklin
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Ella Harper
•Sounds too good to be true. Does it really work? 🤔
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Micah Franklin
•I was skeptical too, but yeah it actually worked for me. Got through to an agent in like 45 mins instead of being on hold all day.
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PrinceJoe
•$20 seems steep just to make a phone call...
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Micah Franklin
•I get that, but think about how much your time is worth. For me, not having to sit by the phone all day was totally worth it.
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Brooklyn Knight
lmao welcome to adult life where the IRS always wins 🤡 good luck fighting city hall bro
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Owen Devar
Have you considered that maybe you actually do owe the money? I know it sucks, but sometimes we make mistakes on our taxes without realizing it. Might be worth double-checking your math before you go picking a fight with the IRS.
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Austin Leonard
•Trust me, I've gone over my numbers like a million times. I'm pretty sure they've made a mistake, but I'm still nervous about challenging them.
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Owen Devar
•Fair enough. In that case, def gather all your evidence before you contact them. And maybe consider getting a pro to look it over just to be sure?
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Daniel Rivera
PSA: Be careful about giving out personal info if you call the IRS! Lots of scammers out there posing as IRS agents. Always verify you're talking to the real deal before sharing any sensitive data.
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Sophie Footman
•Good point! How do we know we're talking to a legit IRS agent?
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Daniel Rivera
•The IRS will never initiate contact by phone. If you call the official number on their website, you should be good. Just don't give out info to anyone who calls you first claiming to be the IRS.
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