What i did was retarded: I need ideas on how to form a letter requesting my W2s from 2002 thru 2005?

Question

am i right in assuming that i should direct it to the payroll dept? should i even both to have the letter of request tracked (in case the IRS calls while i'm waiting)? i procrastinated big time with filing because i owe money. then there was a fire and i lost all of my paperwork so i have to get 6 years of W2s. plus the company was acquired in 2004. woe is me...

Answer 1

Yes, direct your request to the payroll department.  If they can't provide them, you can request copies from the IRS

Answer 2

We just had to do the same thing with my husband's last 3 years of taxes. First, Take a deep breathe and exhale. Second, Contact the IRS. They have a department that keeps ALL records and they can fax them to you no questions asked. Though it typically takes 24-48 hours before they are received. If you don't have access to a private fax machine they can also mail them to you, but it will take 7-10 business days. Once you receive them take them directly to your tax accountant. If the IRS contacts you (typically through the mail) contact them immediately and explain the situation letting them know that you are on the ball. And since you went through them to get your W2's they already have proof of it so no sweat on that end. Then once your taxes are prepared, signed and sent in. The government will decide how much you as the amount grows interest daily. Then, if you cannot pay it all in one lump sum, they will make payment arrangements, but will also ask for a big portion up front. Make sure that you pay all payments on time as they can freeze all your accounts and levy any and all of your assets, but keep your head up and take care of business. Hope that this helps!

Answer 3

Read this about how to get old W2s:

http://taxipay.blogspot.com/2008/05/miss...