IRS says my business check wasn't cashed, but their number isn't working. Help!

Ugh, dealing with the IRS is always a nightmare. Here's what I'd do: 1. Double-check the number you're calling. Sometimes they give out old or incorrect numbers. 2. Try calling early in the morning or late in the day. Less traffic on the lines. 3. Have all your docs ready - the letter, your business info, tax ID, etc. 4. Be prepared to wait. Like, a loooong time. 5. If all else fails, try contacting your local Taxpayer Advocate Service. They can sometimes help navigate IRS issues. Good luck, OP! Let us know how it goes.

I feel your pain, OP. The IRS is like a black hole where checks and sanity disappear. Have you tried faxing them? Sometimes that works better than calling. Just make sure you keep copies of EVERYTHING you send.

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have u tried going to ur local irs office?? sometimes face-to-face is better than phone tag

Plot twist: What if the check was actually cashed and the IRS just lost track of it? 🕵️‍♂️ Might be worth checking your bank statements to make sure it didn't clear without you noticing.

This happened to me last year. Turns out they sent the check to an old address. Make sure all your contact info is up to date with them. It's a pain, but you might need to request a new check if the old one is lost in the mail void.

OP, whatever you do, DON'T IGNORE THIS. I made that mistake and ended up with penalties. Keep calling, faxing, carrier pigeon-ing, whatever it takes to get in touch with them. The IRS doesn't play around with uncashed checks.

Have you tried tweeting at the IRS? I know it sounds ridiculous, but sometimes their social media team is more responsive than their phone lines. Worth a shot! 🐦

Pro tip: If you can't get through on the main line, try calling one of their other departments and then asking to be transferred. Sometimes it's easier to get a human that way.