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I successfully tracked my refund using the cycle code approach. According to IRM 3.30.123, cycle code 05 indicates Thursday processing. My transcript updated exactly as expected, and I received my refund on the following Wednesday. The key is understanding that the cycle code is just one part of the process. As long as there are no compliance holds (TC 570) or examination referrals (TC 420), the cycle code timeline is quite reliable.
I've been checking my transcript EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. waiting for my cycle 05 to update!!! I need this money so badly for car repairs and the waiting is killing me! š Last week I was so excited when I saw my transcript update on Thursday night, but then devastated when there was a 570 code. I literally cried. Then yesterday it updated again with an 846 code and a DDD for next Wednesday! From stress tears to happy tears in one week! Hang in there!
I'm still showing "Return Received" on WMR even though I filed 2/22. Should I be concerned about potential verification delays or identity verification issues if others from the same date are already getting deposits?
I've tracked this for 3 years - exactly 21 days is when 87% of direct deposits hit for standard returns. If you claimed EITC or ACTC, add exactly 7 more days. If your transcript shows an 846 code, your money is definitely on the way within 48 hours regardless of what WMR shows.
I might be able to help with this... I've used Credit Karma for my banking for about two years now. In my experience, they sometimes release a day early, but I wouldn't count on it being any earlier than that. Last year my transcript showed 3/1 and I got it on 2/28 around midday. Just be careful about planning around getting it early - I've seen people in the Credit Karma community forums who were disappointed when they didn't get early deposits like their friends with Chime or Cash App.
So I just went through this exact situation last week! My transcript showed 846 for 2/21, and I was obsessively checking my Credit Karma account every hour. It finally showed up on 2/20 at around 5:30pm EST. From what I've gathered from other Credit Karma users in their community forum, they typically release 0-1 days early, but it's really inconsistent. Some people get it a day early, some get it right on the date. I've never seen anyone report getting it more than a day early though, so I wouldn't expect it before 2/27. Hope that helps ease your mind a bit!
When did you file originally? I'm curious about the timeline. I e-filed on January 31st and just got my 846 code yesterday with the same 2/28 DDD as you. Was wondering if we're on the same processing cycle? Did you have any credits like CTC or EIC that might have delayed processing? I've noticed people with similar filing dates are getting their DDDs clustered together this week.
Just to clarify something important that others haven't mentioned - the 846 code means your refund has been approved, but there are rare cases where a refund can still be intercepted after this point. If you have any outstanding federal or state debts (like back taxes, student loans, or child support), the Treasury Offset Program could still reduce your refund amount before it hits your account. This doesn't happen often after the 846 code appears, but it's something to be aware of if your financial situation includes any potential offsets.
Zoey Bianchi
Oh no, I'm so sorry you're dealing with this! š« I know how stressful tax mistakes can be, especially when you're counting on that refund for medical bills. The IRS definitely won't automatically fix this - they'll eventually notice the discrepancy and send you a notice, but that could take months! You'll need to file a 1040-X amendment, but wait until your original return is processed first. The waiting is the hardest part, especially when you have those bills piling up. Hang in there! ā¤ļø
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Christopher Morgan
Not to add more stress, but you might want to get on this ASAP! š I did something similar last tax season (used the wrong 1099 form) and thought "eh, they'll figure it out." Narrator: They did not figure it out. Had to file an amended return anyway AND got hit with an accuracy-related penalty. The good news? If you file the amendment before they catch it, you're usually in the clear penalty-wise. My amendment took about 20 weeks to process though, so brace yourself for a wait!
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