Every year, the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) helps thousands of people with tax problems. This story is only one of many examples of how TAS helps resolve taxpayer’s tax issues. All personal details are removed to protect the taxpayer’s privacy.
Ohio Congressman Steve Stivers worked with the Taxpayer Advocate Service to correct the records of a 94-year-old veteran, who the IRS had listed as dead.
COLUMBUS (Terri Sullivan) – A veteran declared dead by the IRS is once again alive.
ABC 6 first brought you the story of 94-year-old Siegfried Meinstein back in January.
He fought in World War II, but his latest victory is the one over the IRS, which said he was dead.
His troubles began last April when his accountant tried to file his taxes online, and it was rejected because Meinstein was listed as deceased.
At the same time, the feds had some good news. He had a credit of $14,000, but they couldn’t find his tax returns.
ABC6 on your side stepped in to help; the family just got the good news.
“Finally this burden is off my shoulders and my trust in our system is restored,” said Meinstein.
Ohio Congressman Steve Stivers (R) saw the story on ABC 6 and knew he could help the veteran with his situation.
The congressman reached out to the family, which gave him the okay to intervene.
Stivers’ office said he worked with the Taxpayer Advocate Office, which is an independent office of the IRS that works to resolve IRS disputes.
The Congressman said he wants to help anyone who is experiencing this issue, or any issue with the federal government.
They just need to contact his office.
See the full story: Congressman Helps Veteran Dead to the IRS Come “Back to Life” (Fox28)
If you need information on a specific tax topic, visit the TAS Get Help resource. It offers a step-by step guide on what you can do to settle some IRS issues on your own, what your taxpayer rights are and other options available to help you get resolution. Most issues can be resolved directly by working with the IRS. However, if you have tried, but are still unable to resolve an IRS issue, learn more about whether TAS can help you: TAS eligibility.
When working with the Taxpayer Advocate Service, each individual or business taxpayer is assigned to an advocate who listens to the problem and helps the taxpayer understand what needs to be done to resolve their tax issue. TAS advocates will do everything they can to help taxpayers and work with them every step of the way. Occasionally we feature stories of taxpayers and advocates who work together to resolve complex tax issues. Read more TAS success stories.
