March 18, 2025
Avoid the IRS Hold: Your Guide to Online Tax Help
The IRS is advising taxpayers to avoid calling them during the two weeks following Presidents Day weekend due to exceptionally long wait times. Instead, the IRS encourages utilizing online tools like the Interactive Tax Assistant, Get Refund Status, Taxpayer Assistance Locator, and the Free File portal. If a call is necessary, be prepared for a potentially lengthy hold, and note that Mondays and Tuesdays, and periods near the tax deadline, typically have the longest wait times.
