That also involved a couple "in person" trips.
In the case of completing something like a W-4V, there were only 2 options - complete the fillable-PDF form from the IRS website and print it or print the form and manually complete it, then either mail it in or bring it to the SSA office.
There was no "online" submission option for something like that (and possibly for other forms as well).
And with DeJoy screwing with the mail, I wanted to make sure I handed it directly to a human and she was able to enter the info right away. The change was made and was applied to the following month's check. In that case, it was worth it.
And I *was* there in the middle of the week. This is the only office in all of NW Philly and this area is filled with lots of "old folks homes" (the "active senior" facilities are out in the 'burbs). 
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