The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is getting ready for the new tax season. Millions of Americans are waiting for a tax refund that can help them make ends meet in 2024.
However, preparing everything for the new tax season is essential claims the IRS. This is because some things can affect or delay tax refund payments. If you would like to receive your money as soon as possible, this is what you should do.
Hundreds of thousands of Americans may be affected by this change. This is because they have moved to a new location and they need to update their mail address.
HOW TO NOTIFY THE IRS IF YOU CHANGE YOUR ADDRESS
In the case of moving to a new house or flat, you will need to inform the IRS. In this way, taxpayers can ensure that they receive their correspondence correctly during the next tax season.
If you would like to, you can easily send Form 8822, Change your Address. This form is only for individuals, so if you own a business you will need Form 8822-B. Once you fill it out, send it to the address that you can see in the form.
Some people prefer to update their mail address in writing. Tell the IRS that would would like to report this change and provide them with your full name. Apart from that, they will need your old and new address.
What is more, you will have to send them your Social Security number. If you do not have one, your ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) will be fine too. Employer Identification Numbers may be necessary if you own a business. Do not forget to sign it or it will not be valid.
JOINT AND SEPARATED FILERS – REPORT ADDRESS CHANGE
Do not forget that if you file tax returns jointly, you should both sign the form or piece of writing. Obviously, you will have to provide the IRS with all the details for both spouses.
On the contrary, if you filed your tax returns jointly and you have separated houses now, you will have to report it to the IRS. So, each joint taxpayer must tell the IRS of their new separate mail address.
In any case, include your Social Security Number or the Individual Taxpayer Identification Number Apart from doing it through this form, you can also phone the IRS.
Tell them the reason why you are contacting them. Undoubtedly, you will have to give them your full name, old and new addresses, Social Security Number, or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number. Needless to say, the IRS will request further details to verify your identity.