ACTION NEEDED NOW: Make sure you take a screenshot of your transcript and save a copy of your bank statement showing the deposit. It's like having insurance for your tax situation - you probably won't need it, but if there's ever a question about when you received your refund, you'll have documentation. I've seen cases where the IRS system doesn't properly update after early deposits, and having your own records is crucial if there's ever an audit or question about that tax year.

Did you have any tax credits that would have put you under PATH Act restrictions? 😂 Just curious because those typically have a mandatory hold period, but it sounds like you might have had a simple return without refundable credits. The timing actually lines up perfectly with the standard processing window for non-PATH returns.

Can I ask which tax year you used for your look back? 2021 or 2022? I've noticed people using 2022 seem to be getting processed faster than those using 2021, but I'm not sure if that's just coincidence or if there's actually a pattern there.

I tracked several look back returns this season. Filed on January 29th, 2024. Return processed March 12th. Refund deposited March 15th. Total 46 days. My colleague filed February 5th with look back. Still processing as of April 2nd. Already at 57 days. The income verification adds time but varies by tax center. Memphis processing center seems slower than Kansas City for these specific returns.

You might want to check your transcript instead of WMR. In many cases, your transcript will update with code 846 (refund issued) before WMR shows the final status. This is generally more reliable, particularly for those who filed in February and experienced the rejection issue. Most filers in your situation should see a deposit within approximately 7-10 days after resubmission, assuming there are no other issues with the return.

Have you tried calling the automated refund hotline at 800-829-1954? It's like having a secret backdoor while everyone else is pounding on the front door. Sometimes it updates faster than the online tool. I've noticed for February filers who had rejections, the phone system might show the refund as sent up to 24 hours before the website updates. Considering your investment deadline is approaching like a freight train, those hours could make a difference.

I was denied too. Called IRS directly. Waited three hours. Got disconnected. Tried again. Same result. Used Claimyr instead. Got through in 15 minutes. Agent confirmed my return was fine. No flags. Just normal processing. Advance denial wasn't on their end. Just TurboTax being picky. Worth the fee to stop worrying. https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c

Tbh the whole TT advance thing is kinda a mess this yr. Lots of peeps getting denied for no clear reason. From what I've seen in the FB groups, ppl who filed around the same time are getting their normal refunds regardless of whether they got approved for the advance or not. IRS is moving pretty quick for most folks - way better than last yr's disaster. FWIW, my friend who got denied the advance actually got her refund BEFORE her friend who was approved for the advance lol. The system makes zero sense sometimes.

Has anyone heard if there will be any changes to the filing process this year compared to last year? I'm wondering if they're implementing any new systems or if it will be similar to how it was for the 2024 filing season.

Just a warning about waiting until the last minute! Last year I thought I had plenty of time but: • One client sent a corrected 1099 in late March • Had to request a missing form from another client • My tax software crashed the day before deadline • Ended up filing an extension and still paid penalties Lesson learned: The earlier you start preparing (even if you can't file yet), the better off you'll be. Don't be me!