What you're experiencing is likely a result of the somewhat unusual timing in the ACH network processing schedule. TPG probably received what's called a "pre-notification" of incoming funds, which is essentially a heads-up that money is in transit. In most cases, though not all, these pre-notifications are indeed followed by actual deposits within 24-48 hours. I would suggest, perhaps, checking your bank account around mid-day tomorrow, as many financial institutions process incoming ACH transfers in batches throughout the business day.

Dealing with TPG is like trying to get a straight answer from a magic 8-ball sometimes. Last year they told me my refund was coming "tomorrow" for THREE DAYS IN A ROW. The money was basically stuck in financial purgatory between TPG and my bank. Each blamed the other. If I were you, I wouldn't count on that money until it's actually in your account. TPG is just the middleman taking a cut of your refund for the convenience of letting you pay your tax prep fees later. They're not exactly rushing to get your money to you - it's like expecting the toll booth operator to help you get to your destination faster.

One thing to consider is whether you claimed any refundable credits besides the Child Tax Credit. The Earned Income Credit or American Opportunity Credit can also trigger additional review. I always tell my friends it's like the IRS plays "tax return bingo" - if you hit too many special categories (dependent under 17, education credits, self-employment income), you win the prize of waiting longer! 😂 But seriously, as long as WMR doesn't show an error, you're probably fine.

Just wanted to share a success story that might help. I was in the same situation last year according to the IRS2Go app. Filed three family returns on the same day through TurboTax. Two processed quickly, but mine with a child under 17 sat with N/A transcript for almost 4 weeks. Then suddenly one Tuesday morning everything updated at once, and my refund was deposited two days later. The IRS Where's My Refund tool never showed any issues - it just took longer because of the additional verification steps.

I had this exact situation back in February. The 971 code appeared on my transcript, and I was worried it would delay our house closing. I waited for the notice, which arrived about 5 days later. It turned out they just needed verification of my wife's identity since we were newly married and filing jointly for the first time. I called the number on the notice, verified the information, and our refund was released exactly 9 days later. Sometimes these notices are just procedural, especially with newly married couples filing jointly for the first time.

Have you tried checking the IRS2Go app? Sometimes it shows different information than the website. According to the r/IRS community wiki, the 971 code could mean several different things depending on what other codes appear with it. Do you have any other codes like 570 (refund hold) or 420 (examination/audit) on your transcript?

I just went through this last month! Here's what I learned: • Code 570 = temporary hold on your refund • PATH Act is separate from code 570 issues • Most 570 codes resolve within 21 days • If you see a 971 code after, expect a letter • Many times it resolves automatically without you doing anything Mine cleared after 18 days exactly, and I got my refund 5 days after that. The hold was because they were verifying my W-2 information.

The Transaction Code 570 (Additional Account Action Pending) and PATH Act hold are two separate issues. The PATH Act hold should have resolved after February 15th as mandated by the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act of 2015. Your 570 code is likely related to a verification process or discrepancy in your return. Check the date associated with the 570 code - this indicates when the hold was placed, not when it will be resolved.

Got my Chime deposit this morning! Had 2/22 DDD. SBTPG showed unfunded until late last night. Money appeared in Chime at 4:17am. No notification, just showed up. Check yours!

In my experience helping friends with this exact situation last year, SBTPG typically updates to funded status within 72 hours of your DDD. Since your DDD was 2/22 (Thursday), you're looking at potential funding by Monday/Tuesday. Chime typically releases funds within hours of receiving them from SBTPG. Last year, most people with Thursday DDDs saw deposits hit between Saturday-Tuesday. The unfunded status is completely normal at this point in the process. For future reference, if you need funds by a specific date for school expenses, filing at least 5-6 weeks before that deadline gives you the safest margin.