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Okay, so here's what I've learned after dealing with this for the past few weeks: ⢠If you e-filed, give it at least 21 days before panicking. For paper returns, it's more like 6-8 weeks. ⢠Check the 'Where's My Refund' tool, but don't rely on it entirely. It doesn't always update in real-time. ⢠Look at your tax transcript online. It often has more detailed info than the refund tool. ⢠If you claimed certain credits (like Earned Income Tax Credit), your refund might be held for additional review. ⢠If it's been longer than the standard processing time, you can try calling, but be prepared for long waits. ⢠Sometimes, no news is good news. As long as you don't get a letter saying there's a problem, your return is probably just in the queue. Hang in there, everyone! The system is frustrating, but most people get their refunds eventually.
Wait, what's a tax transcript and how is it different from the 'Where's My Refund' tool?
A tax transcript is basically a summary of your tax return info as it appears in the IRS system. It shows things like your reported income, tax payments, and any IRS actions on your account. It's more detailed than the refund tool and can sometimes give you clues about what's happening with your return.
Anyone else tempted to just show up at an IRS office in person? I'm bout ready to camp out til they give me my money š¤
Bruh, I feel you. But most IRS offices are appointment only now. You can't just walk in anymore. š
Hey OP, just a heads up - make sure you're looking at the right transcript. There's a few different types (account transcript, return transcript, etc.) and they show different info. Might be worth double-checking you've got the one you need.
idk if this helps but i had issues with my 2020 taxes too. turns out it was bc of all the covid relief stuff messing up the system. might be worth asking about that specifically when u get ahold of someone
Oh man, I didn't even think about that. Good point!
guys. we need to stop complaning and do something about this. who's down to storm the irs building with me? š¤ā
Calm down there, cowboy. Let's not catch a felony over a delayed refund š
Have you checked your transcript online? Sometimes they update that before sending out notices. Might give you some info on whats going on with your check
Go to the IRS website and look for 'Get Transcript Online'. You'll need to create an account if you haven't already. It can be a bit of a process but its worth it
This is why we need serious tax reform. The system is broken and it's hurting hardworking Americans. We shouldn't have to jump through hoops just to get our own money back!
Preach! š The whole system needs an overhaul
StarSurfer
Plot twist: what if the reason you haven't gotten any letters is because they lost your return? š± Happened to my cousin last year!
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Carmen Reyes
ā¢omg don't even joke about that š now i'm gonna be paranoid
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Andre Moreau
ā¢Actually, this isn't as uncommon as you'd think. Always keep copies of EVERYTHING you send to the IRS, just in case.
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Zoe Christodoulou
Anyone else notice how the IRS is lightning fast when you owe them money, but slower than molasses when they owe you? šš
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Jamal Thompson
ā¢Facts! They should have to pay us interest for these delays smh
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Mei Chen
ā¢They actually do pay interest on late refunds! But it's not much...
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