Help for Taxpayers
I know that taxes can be a burden on families and small businesses. All hardworking Florida taxpayers deserve to be treated equitably and fairly.
That's why my office is here to help Florida taxpayers however we can. Here you can learn more about how we help and other helpful resources.
How We Can Help
My local office in Orlando is dedicated to helping Floridians fix problems they may be having with a federal agency. That includes helping local taxpayers with federal tax issues. We may be able to help:
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Recover stalled tax refunds.
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Correct issues with how the IRS calculated what you owe.
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Small business owners address their tax problems.
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Navigate the appeals process if you believe the IRS made an unfair decision.
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Address bureaucratic logjams like lost or mistaken paperwork.
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Setup a payment plan.
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Get more timely answers to your tax questions.
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Connect you with free, local, and public resources for further assistance.
These are just some of the ways we can help. And if we can't help you directly, we'll do our best to find someone who can. We're here to serve you.
Get help right away:
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Orlando Office: 321-988-9808
Helpful Resources for Taxpayers:
Additionally, you may also look through these resources for further assistance.
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IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center in Downtown Orlando: If you need additional help and need to speak to someone for specific questions.
201 S. Orange Ave.
Orlando, FL 32801
Mon - Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm
(844) 545-5640 – Appointment Required
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Find the status of your refund: Here you can use the IRS tool "Where's my Refund" to find your refund's status. Though the IRS reports most refunds are issued within three weeks, delays are possible.
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Free help: Taxpayer Advocate: The Taxpayer Advocate Service is an independent organization within the IRS that's here to help taxpayers resolve issues they may be having. If you need individualized help, this may be a good place to start.
The closest taxpayer advocate office is located in Jacksonville, FL. Their contact information is below:
- Phone 904-665-1000
- Fax 855-822-3414
400 West Bay St.
Room 535A, Stop TAS
Jacksonville, FL 32202
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File for free: Many Florida taxpayers may be eligible to file their taxes for free under their Free File program. The IRS reported this initiative saved taxpayers $1.5 billion in filing costs in 2017. Click here to see if you are eligible.
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Free preparation help: Qualifying taxpayers may also be eligible for free assistance to prepare their returns.
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Get an extension: Sometimes life gets in the way of your best laid plans, and before you know it you must file a tax extension. Click here to learn more about how to do that.
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Know your rights: All taxpayers are entitled to certain rights. If you believe you're being treated unfairly, learn more about your rights here.
If you need assistance with the IRS, or another federal agency give us a call at 321-988-9808 or submit your casework request here.