[statesman]

I was living outside of the US for part of the last tax year; I filed an extension. On Friday my refund was direct deposited into my checking account. I was supposed to get $1850.00, instead I got $18.50. I've tried to get ahold of the IRS, US Treasury, my bank, everyone I can think of; I've had absolutely no luck.

What do I need to do? Who do I need to call?

Thanks for your help. I'm just a young guy who's frustrated and badly needs the money.

[RickJ]

Now that we're out of tax return season you should get a prompt answer at their main number 1-800-829-1040.

Surprisingly, I only waited on hold a few minutes when I needed to reach them this year during tax season.

Give that number a try and I think you'll be pleasantly surprised to at least get a human on the line quickly. I can't promise you'll be pleased with their response, as I can guess that a myriad of problems caused the error. You should at least, though, be able to learn what to do next.

Let us know how it goes.

[AtlantaTaxExpert]

RickJ's advice is very good.

The first call is to the IRS.

The second call is to the bank!