While this number may not provide the thrills of calling the number etched on the bathroom stall it could wind up saving you money. This is the toll-free number for the IRS tax question line. With this number you can be put in touch with someone right at the IRS who can assist you with your own personal tax situation if you have any questions.
This is particularly a nice resource if you are someone who does taxes on your own and don’t want to pay for those wasteful additional services many of the tax software packages provide. It can cost upwards of $49-$99 to interact with a human to go over your return. This on the other hand is a free service. Granted, they won’t be able to go over your return line by line and check for errors, but they can help assist you with many questions that can come up with even a simple return. Checking for clarification on an issue could save you money, or even more importantly, save you from an audit.
Other Resources
Another helpful resource can be found by calling TeleTax at 1-800-829-4477. Calling this number you can hear pre-recorded messages covering various tax topics or to check on the status of their refund. TeleTax topics, which range from IRS assistance, to who must file, are listed on pages 8 and 9 of the Form 1040 instruction booklet. The topic list is extensive and could provide a quick answer to a question you may have.
In addition, the IRS Publication 910 provides a guide to all available free tax services. This will outline various phone numbers, newsletters, IRS service centers and even workshops to help educate you further on taxes. Even though the deadline is quickly approaching these resources could help you avoid problems with your return or the need to file an extension.
Author: Jeremy Vohwinkle
My name is Jeremy Vohwinkle, and I’ve spent a number of years working in the finance industry providing financial advice to regular investors and those participating in employer-sponsored retirement plans.
