IRS Treasury Offset: How to stop DOE and Unemployment debt from taking my refund?
Just found out my refund is gonna get offset for unemployment overpayment and Department of Education loans. Really need this money right now due to hardship. Is there anyway to stop them from taking it or reduce how much they take?
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Brady Clean
Unfortunately, the Treasury Offset Program (TOP) is automatic once your debts are certified. For student loans, you can try getting on an income-driven repayment plan ASAP - this might stop the offset. For unemployment, contact your state agency immediately to set up a repayment plan. You can also file a hardship claim, but you'll need solid documentation.
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Molly Hansen
how long does it take to stop it once I get on a payment plan?
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Brady Clean
Usually takes 60-90 days for the system to update after you get on a valid payment plan. But tbh might be too late for this years refund
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Skylar Neal
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Vincent Bimbach
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Vincent Bimbach
just tried it and WOW 💯 this needs to be pinned somewhere fr fr
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Kelsey Chin
same boat fam 😠they took my whole refund last year for student loans
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Norah Quay
Call the Treasury Offset Program directly: 1-800-304-3107. They can tell you exactly how much will be offset but cant stop it
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Molly Hansen
tried calling but the wait time is crazy rn
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Norah Quay
keep trying early morning like 7am EST. Way shorter wait times
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Leo McDonald
these clowns really be taking money from ppl who need it the most fr fr 🤡
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Jessica Nolan
ong and then wonder why people stay in debt smh
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Angelina Farar
Protip: If ur married, file injured spouse form (8379). Might save ur spouses part of the refund at least
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