Calling the IRS

One of the more frustrating things in life is needing help from the IRS to solve a problem. You need to set aside about an hour to wait on the phone before you can talk to a person. Get a good book to read while you wait. You also have to prove who you are by giving them your social security number, adjusted gross income for the tax return in question, and  your date of birth. Don't call on a Monday or a Friday. Mid week is probably best. I can't help you unless I get a power of attorney from you so they will talk to me.