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State Tax Refund DDD Timing - Before, On, or After Release Date?

According to Treasury Regulation 301.6402-2(f)(1), state tax refunds should be processed within 45 days of the accepted return. I'm trying to get a better understanding of when people actually receive their direct deposit dates for state refunds. Has anyone who got a DDD (direct deposit date) for their state refund actually received it on the exact release date, before, or after? And which bank do you use? I amended my state return on March 12th and finally got a DDD for May 1st, but I'm trying to plan accordingly since I've had different experiences in the past.

I tracked 3 years of state refunds with exact dates: 2022: DDD was April 18, received April 19 (Chase) 2023: DDD was March 27, received March 27 (Chase) 2024: DDD was February 12, received February 10 (switched to Capital One) The only variable that changed was the bank. When I switched to Capital One this year, I got it 2 days early. My federal refund followed the exact same pattern. Some banks front the money once they see the pending deposit from IRS/State.

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This data tracking is incredibly helpful! I'm with Navy Federal Credit Union and have been wondering if I should expect early deposits like some people are reporting. The pattern you're showing with Capital One vs Chase really makes me think it's worth researching which banks tend to release funds early. Has anyone else switched banks specifically for faster refund processing? I'm considering it for next year since I always end up needing that money for bills right around the DDD timeframe.

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Will mortgage interest be tax deductible if I buy house in cash then quickly refinance?

I'm looking at purchasing a home for around $525k, but here's the situation - the seller is insisting on cash only because the property needs some work and won't qualify for traditional financing right now. My plan is to pay cash for the house, then immediately apply for a cash-out refinance for about 80% of the home's value once I own it. I'd do this within the first month of ownership. What I'm worried about is the tax implications. Will I still be able to deduct the mortgage interest on my taxes? Or does the IRS view this differently since it's technically a refinance rather than a purchase mortgage? I'm hoping that because the transactions would be so close together, the IRS might consider the mortgage interest as related to the purchase and not just a refinance. Anyone had experience with this kind of situation? The repairs aren't massive but enough that traditional lenders won't touch it right now. Thanks in advance for any advice!

I did something similar last year. One thing no one mentioned is that for tax purposes, you'll need form 1098 from your lender showing the mortgage interest paid. Since you're doing this as two separate transactions, make sure your refinance lender provides this form correctly showing all deductible interest. Also check your local property tax rules. Some counties reassess property taxes after refinancing, which could lead to higher property taxes than you expected. In my county, they didn't increase the assessment because it was within 90 days of purchase, but I've heard others have different rules.

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That's a really good point about the property tax reassessment - happened to my cousin in California. He bought a fixer for $600k cash, did some repairs, then refinanced for $750k after the renovations made it worth more. The county reassessed based on the new loan amount and his property taxes went up significantly.

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This is a really comprehensive discussion! One additional consideration I haven't seen mentioned is the AMT (Alternative Minimum Tax) implications. If you're subject to AMT, the mortgage interest deduction rules can be slightly different, especially for refinances that exceed the original purchase price. Also, since you mentioned the property needs work, be aware that if you use any of the cash-out funds for capital improvements (not just repairs), you'll want to keep detailed records of those expenses. Capital improvements can be added to your cost basis, which reduces capital gains if you sell later. The IRS distinguishes between repairs (deductible in the year incurred if it's a rental property) and improvements (added to basis), so proper categorization matters. One more tip: consider getting a formal appraisal done right after you complete the initial repairs but before you refinance. This establishes the improved value and can help with both the refinance process and your tax documentation.

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Extension to file was denied - Form 7004 for LLC filed on time but rejected

I'm in a bit of a mess with my family business LLC and could use some advice. We mailed our Form 7004 (extension request) for our multi-member LLC on April 15, 2023, and I have the mailing receipt to prove it. The IRS received it on April 19 according to tracking. Just got a notice that they denied our extension because they're claiming it was "requested after the date return was due." But I thought the deadline for extensions was also pushed to April 15 this year (from the usual March 15 for partnerships/LLCs). Do I have grounds to challenge this denial since I mailed it by the April 15 deadline? I have proof of mailing date with my receipt. Has anyone dealt with something similar? Really don't want to get hit with late filing penalties if I can avoid it.

Quick question - does anyone know if this affects state filings too? My LLC had the same issue with our Form 7004 but we also filed state extensions. Should I expect the same problem with state?

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State filing deadlines vary, but most states follow federal deadlines for conformity. If your state return is tied to your federal partnership return, then likely the state extension was also due on March 15. Check your specific state's department of revenue website to confirm.

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I've been following this thread and want to add something that might help others avoid this situation in the future. The IRS has different deadlines for different entity types, and it's incredibly confusing: - Individual returns (1040): April 15 - Partnership returns (1065, including multi-member LLCs): March 15 - S-Corp returns (1120S): March 15 - C-Corp returns (1120): April 15 (but this can vary based on fiscal year) The extensions follow the same pattern - so Form 7004 for partnerships was due March 15, not April 15. I learned this the hard way a few years ago. For anyone dealing with a similar denial, document everything and definitely pursue the reasonable cause angle. The IRS does sometimes grant relief when there's genuine confusion about deadlines, especially if you have a clean compliance history. Make sure to explain in detail why you believed April 15 was the correct deadline and provide any evidence that supports your good faith effort to comply.

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Transcript stuck with 810 freeze code for 1+ month - anyone resolved this?

Been checking my transcripts every morning for over a month now and nothing has changed. Still showing code 810 freeze. Starting to get really worried since I need this refund. Has anyone managed to get past this freeze code? What worked for you?

Called IRS 3 times about my 810. First two reps said just wait. Third one actually helped and found I needed to verify some w2 info. Keep calling until you get someone helpful!

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try calling right when they open at 7am EST. way better chance of getting through ๐Ÿ’ฏ

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this is solid advice! persistence really pays off with the IRS. had a similar experience where the first few reps were useless but eventually found one who actually looked into my case

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Been dealing with 810 freeze for 6 weeks now and finally got some movement! Here's what worked for me: 1) Called the practitioner hotline (better than regular line) 2) They told me it was flagged for income verification 3) Had to send in wage transcripts from SSA and copy of all W2s via fax 4) Took 3 weeks after faxing for freeze to release. Don't just wait it out - be proactive and find out exactly what they need from you. Also that taxr.ai tool people mentioned actually helped me understand what docs to gather before calling. Worth the $39 to avoid multiple calls!

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@Abby Marshall this is exactly what I needed to hear! I m'on week 7 of my 810 freeze and getting desperate. Can you share the practitioner hotline number? And did you have to pay for the SSA wage transcripts or were they free? Really appreciate you sharing your experience - gives me hope that there s'actually a way out of this mess!

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@Abby Marshall thank you so much for this detailed breakdown! I m'currently stuck in week 5 of my 810 freeze and this gives me a clear action plan. Quick question - when you say practitioner "hotline do" you mean the general practitioner priority line or is there a specific number for 810 freeze issues? Also, did the SSA wage transcripts cost anything to obtain? Really appreciate you taking the time to share what actually worked instead of just saying wait "it out like" everyone else!

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No 846 Code on Transcript - Only As-Of Date Changed

Filed on March 4th and still no 846 direct deposit code on my transcript. Checked again today (April 28th) and the only thing that changed was the as-of date, which moved from May 13th to May 20th. Nothing else updated. I need this refund for medical bills that are piling up. Going to check again tomorrow morning, but not getting my hopes up at this point.

Just to clarify what others have said - the as-of date on your transcript is primarily used for calculating interest and penalties if you owe money. When it changes during processing, it usually means your return is still being actively worked on, but doesn't necessarily indicate how close you are to getting your refund. Back in 2022, I had my as-of date change 5 times before finally getting my 846 code, and I was a bit concerned each time it happened.

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I'm going through the same frustrating situation right now. Filed in early March and my as-of date has changed three times with no 846 code yet. What's really getting to me is seeing other people who filed after me already getting their refunds. I called the IRS last week and they just told me to keep waiting, that it's still "processing normally." The medical bills don't wait though - I totally understand your stress about needing those funds. Have you tried calling them directly to see if there's anything specific holding up your return?

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