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IRS Underreporting Issue: Can't Get Through, Need Advice ASAP!

Hey everyone, I'm dealing with an underreporting issue with the IRS and it's been a real headache. I've been trying to get through to them for days now but no luck. Anyone else in the same boat or have any advice on how to handle this? I'm starting to get worried about potential penalties or audits. Any tips on how to explain the situation to them once I finally get through?

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve IRS underreporting issue quickly, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqOUKPLStys

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Giovanni Moretti

Ugh, I feel your pain. I had a similar issue last year and it took FOREVER to get it sorted. Have you tried calling right when they open? That seemed to work for me eventually.

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AstroExplorer

Thanks for the tip! I've tried a few times but no luck yet. What time did you call?

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Giovanni Moretti

I think I got through around 7:05 AM their time. It's a pain to wake up that early but it beats waiting on hold all day!

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Fatima Al-Farsi

Early bird gets the worm I guess 🐦 Might have to try this myself

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Dylan Cooper

I found a method to 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/_kiP6q8DX5c

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Sofia Perez

Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

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Dmitry Smirnov

20 bucks? Idk man, seems kinda steep for a phone call.

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Dylan Cooper

I get the skepticism, but it honestly saved me hours of frustration. Worth every penny imho.

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ElectricDreamer

How long did it take for them to actually connect you?

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Dylan Cooper

It took about 2 hours, but I just went about my day and they called me when an agent was on the line. Way better than being stuck on hold myself!

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Ava Johnson

Listen up, cause I've been down this road before and I've got some advice that might help you out. First things first, gather ALL your documents. I'm talking W-2s, 1099s, receipts, everything. The more prepared you are, the smoother it'll go. Next, when you finally get through to someone, be polite but firm. Explain your situation clearly and ask for a specific timeline for resolution. Don't let them give you the runaround. If you're worried about penalties, ask about the First Time Abatement policy. If you've got a clean record, they might waive penalties. Lastly, consider getting a tax advocate if things get too complicated. They can be a lifesaver in dealing with the IRS. Good luck, and remember: stay calm, be prepared, and don't give up!

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AstroExplorer

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely start gathering all my documents ASAP. Have you ever used a tax advocate yourself?

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Ava Johnson

Yep, I used one a few years back when I had a complex situation with some overseas income. They were super helpful in navigating the system and getting everything sorted out.

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Miguel Diaz

This is gold 💯 Saving this for future reference!

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Zainab Ahmed

Am I the only one who thinks its ridiculous that we have to jump through all these hoops just to talk to someone about our taxes? The system is broken af 🤡

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Connor Byrne

Preach! 🙌 It's like they're purposely making it difficult

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Yara Abboud

Ikr? And then they have the audacity to charge us penalties when THEY mess up 🙄

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PixelPioneer

Have you tried reaching out to your local congressperson's office? Sometimes they can help expedite things with the IRS.

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Keisha Williams

Underreporting issues can be tricky. Make sure you're keeping detailed records of all your attempts to contact them. It might help your case if you can show you've been proactive about resolving the issue.

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AstroExplorer

That's a great idea, I'll start doing that. Do you think keeping a log of phone calls would be enough, or should I be doing more?

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Keisha Williams

Phone logs are good, but also save any correspondence (emails, letters) and take notes during your calls if possible. The more detail, the better!

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Paolo Rizzo

lol good luck. i've been trying to sort out an issue with them for months. feels like im screaming into the void 😫

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Amina Sy

Same here. It's like they're playing hard to get, but with our money 💸

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Oliver Fischer

Has anyone tried using the IRS's online tools for this kind of thing? I've heard mixed things about their effectiveness.

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Natasha Ivanova

I tried once. It was about as useful as a chocolate teapot 🍫☕

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NebulaNomad

Actually, I had some success with their online payment agreement tool. But for anything more complicated, you're probably better off talking to a human.

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Javier Garcia

Just a heads up, if you do get through, make sure to get the name and badge number of whoever you talk to. It can be helpful if you need to follow up later.

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Emma Taylor

Anyone else feel like they need a degree in tax law just to file their taxes correctly? 🎓💼 This stuff is way too complicated for the average person imho

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Malik Robinson

For real tho. I'm convinced it's a conspiracy to keep tax preparers in business 🕵️‍♂️

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Isabella Silva

Seriously! I miss the days when you could just fill out a simple 1040EZ and be done with it.

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