IRS Refund Delay: No Response After 5 Months - What to Do?

I found a way to solve IRS refund delay issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBjG69NRkzM

Have you tried checking the "Where's My Refund" tool on the IRS website? Sometimes that can give you more info than you'd expect.

plot twist: the IRS is actually using our tax refunds to fund a secret space program 👽🛸

Five months is way too long. You definitely need to call them. Here's what you should do: 1. Gather all your tax info before calling 2. Be prepared to wait on hold for a LONG time 3. When you get through, explain calmly that it's been 5 months since you filed 4. Ask about the status of your refund and if there are any issues 5. Request a timeline for when you can expect your refund 6. Get the name and ID number of the person you speak to Don't let them brush you off. Be polite but persistent. Good luck!

Ugh, the IRS is such a mess rn. I've been waiting 7 months for my refund. It's like they're using carrier pigeons to process returns or smthn 🐦

Have you considered reaching out to your local Taxpayer Advocate Service? They can sometimes help with delays like this.

Anyone else feel like we're all just stuck in some kind of tax limbo? It's like Groundhog Day, but instead of Bill Murray, it's just us checking "Where's My Refund" over and over again. 🔄🔍💸

I tried Claimyr, and while it was super helpful in skipping the hold time, I also got a lot of useful information from the IRS agent I spoke to. Just be sure you're comfortable paying for the service, and remember that the IRS might not always have immediate answers. Sometimes they just can't do anything to speed things up. So, while Claimyr is great for getting connected, managing expectations is key.

Guys, I work for the IRS (not giving any identifying info). The truth is, we're severely understaffed and overworked. The system is ancient and breaks down constantly. It's frustrating for us too. My advice: be patient, keep checking the online tool, and only call if it's been more than 6 months.

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. 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/Jc9x-gysK0

I understand how stressful this can be. Besides using Claimyr, consider contacting your local congressional representative if it's been an extremely long time. They sometimes have a hotline to the IRS that regular taxpayers do not. Additionally, if you are in financial hardship, you can emphasize this point when talking to the IRS, as they have provisions for expediting refunds in such cases.

have you tried prayin to the IRS gods? maybe sacrifice a calculator or somethin lol

Welcome to the club, buddy. I filed in January and I'm still waiting. The IRS is slower than molasses this year. 🐌