Need last minute tax help? Call the IRS!
April 10th, 2008 | by mbhunter |I’ve mentioned this before but the Internal Revenue Service call centers are very helpful. I’ve called them three times for different reasons related to my partnerships and companies, and they’ve not only been knowledgeable but they’ve saved me some money in some instances!
This year I had a question with regard to some 1099-MISC forms that my company received. After talking with the folks for (maybe) thirty minutes from start to finish I had my question answered. And during the (relatively brief) time I waited I just put the phone on speaker and listened to Waltz of the Flowers. Overall, quite a pleasant experience! I’ve had more trouble talking with some companies than I have with the IRS.
The call center is only open Monday through Friday, so if you have any questions, try giving them a call early tomorrow morning. Monday and Tuesday will probably be a zoo. If this isn’t possible and you really need some questions answered, consider filing an extension (along with any tax you have due) and calling them after the rush is over.
This attitude makes good sense. The IRS wasn’t always the kinder, gentler institution that it is now, but for people who want to comply with the process, they’ll help you do what you’re supposed to do.
2 Responses to “Need last minute tax help? Call the IRS!”
By Jesse on Apr 11, 2008 | Reply
Its an interesting idea, but for some reason I can’t help the knee jerk reactive “out of IRS site, out of IRS mind”
By Firenze Jewels on Apr 11, 2008 | Reply
Would it be possible to shower them with gifts…could they pull some strings for when my filing is reviewed. I live in fear of an audit, even though I never cheated.