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OMG this happened to me TOO! š« I was freaking out because I need my refund ASAP for some medical bills! After trying for DAYS with no luck, I used Claimyr to actually get through to an IRS agent (https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c) instead of waiting on hold forever. The agent confirmed it was just a system issue on their end and my return was still processing normally. Such a relief! They even gave me an estimated date when my refund would arrive. Worth every penny for the peace of mind!
tbh this happens every yr during peak season. IRS systems r ancient and can't handle the traffic. nbd usually - just wait a few days and try again. ppl freak out but 99% of the time ur return is still processing fine even if u can't see the status. WMR is just a frontend interface that sometimes disconnects from the main database. chill and check again tmrw.
I have the same DDD and used TurboTax with fees taken out too. Does anyone know if we can check the status with SBTPG directly? Is there a website or phone number? And does the "Where's My Refund" tool update once SBTPG receives it, or does it only show when the IRS sends it out? I'm worried something might go wrong in this middle step and I wouldn't know about it.
Got my refund yesterday w/ 3/5 DDD. TT fees taken out. Took exactly 1 day after IRS date. Pro tip: check SBTPG website directly at https://taxpayer.sbtpg.com/ - shows when they get it from IRS + when they send to ur bank. Saved me $$ on fees last yr when I realized how much TT charges for this "service" lol. Next yr def paying fees upfront - saves like $40 vs having them taken from refund.
Thanks for the SBTPG link. Just checked. Shows pending. Estimated 1-2 business days. Very helpful.
I just checked the SBTPG site with your link and saw my refund was received today March 4th! So relieved to see it's actually in process. According to the site, they should send it to my bank by March 6th. This matches exactly what happened with my 2023 refund on February 28th last year.
I always tell people - if they're promising you a bigger refund than other preparers, that's your first red flag. Nobody can legally get you more money back than you're entitled to under the tax code. Period.
Also be aware that if you use a preparer and they do something fraudulent, YOU are still responsible for the taxes. The IRS will come after you, not them. Always review your return carefully before signing, even if you trust your preparer.
This! I learned this the hard way last year. The preparer "disappeared" but I still had to pay back $3,200 plus penalties. š
Oh my goodness, I was EXACTLY where you are now!! Filed January 25th, cycle code 0505, PATH message for weeks, and I was checking WMR and transcripts literally every day! I was so stressed because I needed that money for car repairs! I finally got my refund last week after almost 11 weeks of waiting. The weekly cycles are real - mine updated on a Thursday night and the money was in my account the following Wednesday. Hang in there!!! šš
Just to clarify some confusion I'm seeing in other comments: Cycle code 0505 means your account is on a weekly processing cycle (05) that updates on Thursdays, and the 05 at the end indicates the year (2025 for 2024 tax returns). In my experience working with tax clients, PATH Act returns (with EITC/ACTC) filed in January typically complete processing by mid-March, but this year we're seeing longer delays across the board. The lack of an 846 code simply means your refund hasn't been scheduled yet - it doesn't necessarily indicate a problem.
QuantumQuasar
Be careful with relying solely on the transcript for exact dates. I've seen many cases where the deposit date shown doesn't match the actual deposit timing. Here's what you need to know: 1. First, create an account at IRS.gov 2. Navigate to the transcript section 3. Select "Account Transcript" for tax year 2023 4. Look for code 846 "Refund Issued" 5. Check the date associated with that code However, even after seeing this date, your bank may take 1-3 additional business days to process the deposit. Don't make financial commitments based solely on the transcript date.
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Liam McGuire
According to IRS Publication 5192, taxpayers have the right to be informed about IRS decisions affecting their accounts. As of March 31, 2024, the IRS is experiencing significant delays in processing returns filed before February 15th. If you're unable to access your transcript online due to verification issues, you can request it by mail using Form 4506-T, but expect a 5-10 business day wait. Urgent cases may qualify for Taxpayer Advocate Service intervention under Internal Revenue Code Section 7803(c).
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