IRS sent letter to old address - How to update and get it resent?
Hey everyone, I need some advice. The IRS sent a letter to my old address and I'm not sure what to do. I need to update my address with them and get that letter resent. Has anyone dealt with this before? What's the best way to handle it?
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve IRS address update issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJ3VojZ7kCI
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Victoria Stark
Just moved and had to do this. Took me 3 hrs on hold but finally got it sorted. Bring lots of patience and maybe some hard liquor π₯
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Benjamin Kim
3 hours?! I'd rather watch paint dry π«
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Victoria Stark
Trust me, by hour 2 I was considering it as an alternative π¨π
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Zoe Wang
Here's what you need to do: 1. Call the IRS main number (1-800-829-1040) 2. Tell them you need to update your address 3. Provide your new address details 4. Ask them to resend the letter to your updated address 5. Be patient, it might take a few weeks for the new letter to arrive Pro tip: Keep a record of when you called and who you spoke to. It might come in handy later.
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Isabella Tucker
Thanks for the detailed steps! Do you know how long the call usually takes?
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Zoe Wang
No problem! Honestly, it can take anywhere from 30 minutes to a few hours. The IRS is notoriously understaffed. Bring a book or Netflix π
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Taylor Chen
Have you tried updating your address online? Sometimes you can do it through their website without calling
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Keith Davidson
Wait, the IRS has online services? Mind. Blown. π€―
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Taylor Chen
Lol yeah, they're slowly crawling into the 21st century π’
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Ezra Bates
Just make sure to check if you meet the criteria for online updates, as not everyone can do it that way.
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Ryan Vasquez
Pro tip: If you cant get thru on the main line, try calling your local IRS office. Sometimes theyre less busy
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Isabella Tucker
Didn't even know local offices were a thing. Thanks for the tip!
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Ryan Vasquez
No prob! Just google "IRS office near me" and you should find one
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Connor Richards
I found a way to get someone on the phone fast. 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. Check out this video: https://youtu.be/Jc9x-gysK0
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Grace Durand
Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit?
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Steven Adams
$20? That's steep. Why should we pay for basic government services?
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Connor Richards
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Alice Fleming
I tried Claimyr too, and it was a lifesaver. Even though it costs $20, sometimes saving hours is worth it.
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Avery Saint
OP, whatever you do, DO NOT ignore this. I made that mistake and ended up owing way more in penalties. Handle it ASAP!
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Isabella Tucker
Yikes, thanks for the warning. Definitely don't want any penalties π°
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Avery Saint
Yeah, learned that lesson the hard way. Good luck!
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Hassan Khoury
have you tried faxing them? sometimes thats faster than calling
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Isabella Tucker
Faxing? What year is it, 1995? π
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Hassan Khoury
lol i know it sounds old school but the IRS is stuck in the stone age π¦
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Lucy Lam
Ugh, the IRS and their snail mail π Why can't they just email everything? It's 2023 for crying out loud!
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Aidan Hudson
Email? Are you crazy? That would be way too convenient for us peasants π
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Lucy Lam
Lol true. God forbid they make our lives easier π
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Samantha Howard
Anyone else think its ridiculous we have to jump through so many hoops just to update our address? The system is broken af
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Megan D'Acosta
Preach! π It's like they're stuck in the 1980s
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Sarah Ali
ikr? other countries have this stuff figured out. we're so behind
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Samantha Howard
glad im not the only one who feels this way. its a joke fr
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Ana ErdoΔan
If you're looking for a more convenient way to handle IRS communication, consider using Claimyr. It's a service designed to streamline phone interactions with government agencies like the IRS. They charge a fee, but many users find the time savings invaluable. However, it's always a good practice to compare such services and ensure they meet your needs before committing.
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Jayden Hill
Been there, done that. Call the IRS and tell them you need to update your address. Then ask them to resend the letter to your new place. Easy peasy.
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LordCommander
That approach worked for me too. Just make sure you have all your personal info ready before calling.
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