protip: write down your reference number when you call. theyll ask for it if you need to call back

Also check if you have any unpaid federal debts like back taxes, defaulted student loans, or unpaid child support - those are the most common reasons for offsets. The TOP line will tell you which agency requested the offset too so you know exactly what you're dealing with.

pro tip: call ur bank and ask if theres any pending deposits. sometimes they can see it b4 it posts

I'm waiting on my Indiana refund too! Filed last week and still showing "processing" - hopefully it switches to approved soon. The waiting game is always nerve-wracking, especially when you need that money 😅

FYI - the IRS has been super backed up this yr. Ppl who filed in mid-March are def seeing longer wait times than usual. The IRS website says 21 days for e-file but tbh that's more like a minimum these days. If u have any credits like CTC or EIC, that adds more time too. One thing I learned - if WMR shows "still processing" that's actually better than "being processed" bc it means it's moving through the system. Hang in there!

I'm experiencing almost the identical situation! Filed on 03/21 and got my state refund within 10 days, but federal has been stuck in processing for over 5 weeks now. The phone lines are absolutely useless - I've tried calling multiple times and either get disconnected or can't get through at all. What's really frustrating is that my return is straightforward with no complicated deductions or credits. I've been checking Where's My Refund daily and it just keeps saying "still being processed." Based on what others are saying here, it sounds like this is unfortunately normal for this filing season, but it's still nerve-wracking when you're waiting on that money. Thanks for posting this - at least I know I'm not alone in this situation!

PSA: There's a specific code on your transcript (846) that shows when the refund was actually sent. You can verify if it actually went out on 2/26 by checking your transcript. If you don't see that code with the 2/26 date, the money hasn't actually been released yet regardless of what WMR says. You can access this on irs.gov through your online account.

I'm in the exact same boat with CashApp and the 2/26 DD date! Been checking my account obsessively for days now. Reading through all these comments is actually really helpful - sounds like CashApp just takes longer to process IRS refunds than traditional banks. I'm going to check my transcript tonight to see if I have that 846 code with the 2/26 date to confirm the IRS actually sent it. At least now I know it's normal for CashApp to take up to 5 business days. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - makes me feel way less anxious about this!

Just want to warn everyone - be super careful about claiming ESA expenses. My friend tried deducting her emotional support cat expenses last year and got audited. The IRS made her pay back all the deductions plus penalties. Unless your situation clearly qualifies under the service animal rules, it's probably not worth the risk.

Thanks for sharing this question - it's one that comes up a lot and the answers here are really helpful. I went through something similar with my therapy dog last year. Just to add another perspective: even if you can't deduct the ESA expenses directly, don't forget that you can still deduct your therapy sessions and any other mental health treatment costs (assuming you itemize and meet the 7.5% AGI threshold). The therapy that led to your ESA prescription is definitely a legitimate medical expense. Also, keep really detailed records of everything - receipts, vet bills, your therapist's documentation, etc. Even if you don't claim the ESA expenses this year, tax laws can change, and having good documentation ready is always smart. The IRS appreciates thorough record-keeping if you ever do get questioned about any medical deductions. Hope Milo continues to help with your anxiety and depression - ESAs can make such a difference even if the tax benefits aren't there!