Posted on 04/15/2024 8:23:15 PM PDT by SeekAndFind
Atlanta News First reports that Atlanta taxpayers endured extensive queues outside the city’s Tax Assistance Center, but not everyone was looking for last-minute help from the IRS ahead of the April 15 tax filing deadline.
The center was open Saturday with extended hours, allowed individuals to engage directly with IRS representatives regarding their refunds, but the demand to do so led to hours-long waits under the sun.
A majority of the people in line had received an email or letter from the IRS stating they had to verify their identity in person. The notification went on to say their refund was being held until they did so. So starting as early as 6 a.m., individuals settled into lawn chairs, bracing themselves for the long wait before the center opened at 9 a.m.
“All I need to do is verify my identity, and that’s it,” one exasperated attendee said. “It’s a tiny process.” The sentiment echoed among the crowd, with numerous individuals sharing similar sentiments of inconvenience.
For Tynecia Thomas, navigating the IRS bureaucracy proved to be a daunting task. She lamented the challenges of seeking assistance through phone lines, describing it as a “hassle” and emphasizing her desire to access the funds she’s rightfully owed.
“I want my money; I work for this money, it’s my money, and I want it now,” Thomas said.
Despite the overwhelming turnout by taxpayers and the clear need for additional support, inquiries from Atlanta News First to the IRS regarding the lengthy queues remained unanswered by the event’s conclusion. The agency’s silence left taxpayers grappling with uncertainty about the causes behind the delays and the potential resolution of their issues.
Looking ahead, the IRS has scheduled one more Saturday opening on May 18, aiming to provide further assistance to those grappling with tax-related challenges.
“they had to verify their identity in person. “
Can we do the same for voting?
E-Filing asks for a driver license or state ID number, issue and expiration dates that can be verified.
They probably skipped over that part.
after it’s over I like to keep the delta below $100.00. This year I got $26 refund.
IRS doesn’t typically send people email.
I wonder if these are people that used the new IRS Direct File program?
There you go. I *try* to do the same but don’t always have enough money saved. The way the economy has gone over the last 10 or more years, it’s difficult to predict your yearly income accurately with two self-employed taxpayers.
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