Has anyone tried calling their bank directly about this? Sometimes they can see pending deposits before they post to your account. Also, does your bank normally process government deposits differently than regular direct deposits? Some banks have special handling procedures for Treasury payments that can affect timing.

Based on the data I've collected from approximately 50-60 similar cases this tax season, about 85% of "missing" direct deposits appear within 48 hours of the official deposit date. The remaining 15% typically involve either bank processing delays or secondary verification procedures at the Treasury level. It's worth noting that some financial institutions, particularly online banks and certain credit unions, may have longer processing windows for government ACH transfers. While it's certainly frustrating, a delay of 1-2 business days from the stated deposit date generally falls within normal parameters.

I want to share my experience to help others who might be worried about their refunds. Here's what happened with mine: 1. Filed on February 15th 2. Got accepted same day 3. WMR showed one bar for 3 weeks 4. Transcript updated on March 15th with 846 code and March 31st date 5. Money appeared in my Chime account today, exactly as scheduled The system is working as designed, just sometimes slower than we'd like. If you have a deposit date on your transcript, you WILL get your money, usually right on that date (or earlier with certain banks like Chime).

I'm with Bank of America and my experience differs from Chime users. For example, my last refund showed a deposit date of April 3rd, 2023, but didn't hit my account until April 5th. This year's refund is showing March 31st like yours, but still nothing in my account. BOA seems to consistently take 1-2 business days longer than the online banks like Chime and Varo.

Mine was stuck on PATH forever then suddenly changed to approved yesterday! Filed Feb 1st with EITC and CTC. Have you checked your transcripts for a 846 code? That's what shows your actual refund date, even if WMR hasn't updated yet.

Just to clarify - the PATH Act message itself doesn't mean there's a problem. It's just the IRS's way of explaining why EITC/ACTC returns are held until after February 15th. Many people still see this message even when their return is processing normally. The message often doesn't update until right before your refund is issued.

IME the diff between state/fed processing is totally normal. Last yr my IN refund came Feb 20 but fed didn't hit until Mar 8. WMR tool was stuck on "received" the whole time but $ still showed up. Fed system is dealing w/ millions more returns + extra verification steps. Def keep an eye on it but I wouldn't worry yet - you're still w/in the normal 21 day window they promise. Congrats on the marriage btw!

As a tax preparer, I recommend utilizing the Refund Status Inquiry (RSI) system rather than just WMR. For newly married taxpayers, the IRS often conducts additional verification procedures under the Taxpayer Protection Program (TPP) which can add 7-10 days to processing. The disparity between your state and federal acceptance dates (2/11 vs 2/14) is within normal parameters and doesn't indicate an issue. If you reach the 21-day mark post-acceptance (which would be March 6th in your case), then you should consider contacting the IRS directly. Until then, transcript monitoring is your most effective tracking method.

The tax refund process is like waiting for a bus in the rain - it always seems to take forever until suddenly it arrives. For anyone still waiting, remember that the IRS processing system is like a pipeline with different stations. Your return is moving through that pipeline even when the tracker doesn't update. Think of WMR as the bus tracker app that only updates at certain stops, not continuously.

Got mine yesterday. Chime user too. Filed January 31st. Accepted February 1st. Had PATH Act delay. Transcript updated February 22nd. Deposit hit February 26th at 11:32am. Two days earlier than IRS date. Chime always comes through early.

Nah, this is def legit! I had the exact same thing happen last yr. The IRS found I missed a credit and sent me extra $$ without me even asking. Their computers are actually pretty good at catching stuff we miss. Tbh I was shocked when I got the extra deposit - thought it was a mistake at first but it was 100% correct. Just make sure to check ur transcript for the explanation code so u know what it's for!

I strongly advise against assuming this is free money. I had a similar phantom deposit appear in my account last tax season. It showed a $1,240 deposit pending for three weeks, then suddenly disappeared. When I finally reached an IRS representative, they explained it was a system error during their annual maintenance cycle. The representative confirmed there was a known issue with the Account Management System displaying erroneous pending transactions. Document everything you see now with screenshots in case you need to reference it later.

Have you considered just paying the TurboTax fee upfront instead of having it deducted from your refund? Compared to other tax situations I've dealt with, this approach eliminates the whole dual order number confusion and typically gets your refund processed faster. The refund transfer service usually costs an extra $39-40 and adds 5-7 days to your refund timeline. If you have the means to pay upfront, you'll save both money and time. It's similar to how getting a tax advance loan might seem convenient but actually costs you in the long run.

I just contacted TurboTax support about this exact issue. The representative explained that the first order number is for your TurboTax product purchase (like Deluxe, Premier, etc.) and shows as complete because you've agreed to purchase it. The second order with the 'unknown' status is specifically for the Refund Processing Service that handles deducting fees from your refund. It will remain in 'unknown' status until the IRS deposits your refund into the temporary account, TurboTax deducts their fees, and then forwards the remainder to your personal bank account. This is completely normal and doesn't indicate any problem with your return or refund.

Be careful about calling the IRS too frequently. Under Internal Revenue Manual 21.5.3.4.6.1, taxpayer accounts can be flagged for "excessive inquiries" which can inadvertently trigger additional review. Per the Taxpayer Bill of Rights, you're entitled to updates, but the IRS has discretion on what constitutes harassment. I'd recommend waiting until you're outside the normal processing window (which for contractor returns is now 10-12 weeks) before initiating contact.

UGH this is so frustrating!! I've been in your shoes and it SUCKS! The contractor tax return black hole is real! Here's what helped me and others in this community: 1) Check your transcript instead of WMR 2) Look for cycle codes ending in 05 which means weekly updates 3) Don't panic about 570/971 codes - they're normal for review 4) If it's been more than 8 weeks, you have every right to call and ask. Hang in there! The money will come eventually, even if the IRS makes you age 10 years waiting for it! 😤

I work with tax resolution cases, and this is more common than you might think. As of March 27, 2024, the IRS is still processing amendments filed in December 2023, so timing matters. File your 1040-X immediately with a clear explanation in Part III. Include any documentation showing you don't own this business. The IRS has specific internal procedures for handling preparer errors versus taxpayer errors, and the distinction matters significantly for penalty abatement. The automated systems will eventually catch this discrepancy if you don't correct it proactively.

I think I might have had something similar happen to me last year, possibly. My preparer added a small side business I mentioned in passing but that I hadn't actually started yet. I called the IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service, and they were somewhat helpful in guiding me through the amendment process. It took about 14 weeks or so for my amendment to process, but everything worked out okay in the end. You might want to consider getting a transcript of your return first, just to see exactly what was filed before you submit the amendment.

Let me walk you through what's happening with code 806: 1. First, the IRS records your tax liability (usually code 150) 2. Then they record all payments you've made (code 806) 3. Next, they'll apply any credits you qualify for 4. Finally, they calculate if you get a refund (846) or owe more The 17 days you've been waiting is actually still within normal processing times. Most electronic returns are processed within 21 days, though some can take longer. As long as your Where's My Refund tool doesn't show any errors, you're likely just in the normal queue.

Does your 806 code have a specific cycle date associated with it? The cycle date can sometimes indicate when your return is being processed in the IRS weekly cycles, which might give you insight into your refund timing.