Michigan State Return Just Changed to 'Under Review' - No Timeframe Given

Michigan state reviews typically happen for a few different reasons: • Random selection (they do this to about 5% of returns) • Income verification (especially if you have multiple W-2s) • Credit verification (if you claimed certain state credits) • Mismatch with federal return data Have you claimed any special credits this year that you didn't in previous years?

Been there, done that, got the "under review" t-shirt! 😂 After panicking for days last year when my Michigan return went under review, I stumbled upon https://taxr.ai which actually helped me understand what was happening. You upload your tax documents and it explains what's going on in plain English. Turns out my review was triggered by a property tax credit claim, which apparently gets extra scrutiny. Saved me a lot of anxiety knowing it wasn't something I did wrong, just standard procedure for certain credits.

When my Michigan return went under review last year, I tried calling their customer service line. Here's what happened: Step 1: Called the main number and waited on hold for 2+ hours Step 2: Call disconnected after the long wait Step 3: Tried again the next day with the same result Step 4: Used Claimyr (https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c) to connect with the Michigan Treasury Step 5: Got through in about 15 minutes Step 6: Agent confirmed it was just a random review and gave me an estimated timeline The technical process they use involves batch processing of reviews, which is why they don't provide estimated dates on the website. The agent was able to see which batch my return was in and give me a more specific timeframe.

I've seen several Michigan returns go under review this year, more than in previous years. Last year I only had one client with this issue, but this year I've had six already. In my experience, it's taking about 3-4 weeks for them to complete the review process, compared to the usual 2-3 weeks in prior years. I suspect they're dealing with staffing shortages like many other state departments.

According to the Michigan Department of Treasury website (https://www.michigan.gov/taxes), review periods typically last 2-6 weeks. I recommend taking these steps while waiting: 1. Verify your return was actually received by checking the status online 2. Ensure you have copies of all supporting documentation ready in case they request it 3. Check if you have any outstanding state debts that might affect your refund 4. Monitor your mail daily for any correspondence from Treasury 5. If it exceeds 6 weeks, call (517) 636-4486 with your tax information ready I've been tracking Michigan return patterns for several years, and reviews tend to resolve faster after April 15th when their initial processing rush slows down.

This happened to me last month - it's like being stuck in tax limbo! Think of it as your return going through airport security - sometimes they just randomly select people for additional screening. Nothing to worry about in most cases. I was anxious too because I had medical bills coming up, just like you. My review took 19 days from start to finish, and then the refund was deposited 3 days later. No communication during the process, it just suddenly updated to approved.

I've been carefully following Michigan's processing patterns this year, and there seems to be a slightly longer review period compared to previous years. This might be related to the new identity verification measures they implemented in January 2024. From what I've observed, returns claiming certain credits like the Home Heating Credit or Property Tax Credit are more likely to be selected for review. If your return is relatively straightforward, the review should probably be completed within 2-3 weeks.

If your return has been in review status for more than 14 days, you might want to consider contacting the Michigan Taxpayer Advocate Service. They can sometimes expedite reviews when there's a demonstrated financial hardship like medical expenses. The Michigan TAS operates independently from the regular Treasury Department and has special channels to check on stuck returns. Their direct line is 517-636-4759. I've had several clients use this approach successfully when facing extended delays with medical needs as the justification.

I went through this exact situation with Michigan last year! My return was under review for 23 days, and like you, I was stressed because I needed the refund for medical expenses. Here's what I learned from calling them (after waiting 90 minutes on hold): The reviews are mostly automated triggers based on statistical patterns - things like income amounts, certain deductions, or even just random selection. Since your federal return processed fine, it's likely just a routine state-level verification. Pro tip: If you're really anxious about the timeline, try calling early in the morning (around 8:15 AM) right when they open. I had better luck getting through then. The agent told me that medical hardship can sometimes expedite the process, so mention your upcoming medical expenses if you do call. In my case, the status just changed to "approved" one day without any prior notice, and the refund hit my account 2 days later. Hang in there - the waiting is the worst part, but it almost always resolves without any action needed on your end.

I'm dealing with this same situation right now - my Michigan return has been under review for 8 days. It's reassuring to read everyone's experiences here. I filed a pretty straightforward return with just W-2 income and the standard deduction, so I'm hoping it's just a random selection like many of you mentioned. The lack of communication or timeline from Michigan Treasury is definitely frustrating, especially when you're counting on that money for planned expenses. I'm going to try calling if it hits the 2-week mark, but it sounds like most people's reviews resolve on their own within 3-4 weeks based on what I'm reading here. Thanks for sharing your experiences - it really helps to know this is more common than I thought and usually resolves without any issues!

I just went through this exact scenario with Michigan last month! My return was under review for 16 days, and I was also stressed because I had some planned medical procedures coming up. Here's what helped me get through the waiting period: First, I kept detailed records of when the status changed to "under review" so I could track the timeline. Based on what I've seen from other filers, most reviews seem to complete between 14-21 days. Second, I called Michigan Treasury after 2 weeks and the representative was actually quite helpful. She explained that reviews are often triggered by things like: - First-time filers in Michigan - Changes in filing status from previous year - Certain credit claims (especially property tax or heating credits) - Income verification when you have multiple employers In my case, it was because I had claimed the homestead property tax credit for the first time after buying a house. The agent assured me that no additional documentation was needed and that it was just part of their standard verification process. The status updated to "approved" on day 16 without any prior notification, and the refund was deposited 2 business days later. Try not to stress too much - the vast majority of these reviews resolve favorably without any action required from you!

I'm currently experiencing this exact situation! My Michigan return has been under review for 12 days now, and like you, I need the refund for some upcoming medical expenses. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been incredibly reassuring - it sounds like this is much more common than I initially thought. From what I've gathered from the comments, it seems like the 14-21 day range is pretty typical, and most people's reviews resolve without needing any additional documentation. I'm planning to call if it hits the 3-week mark, but for now I'm trying to be patient. The uncertainty is definitely the hardest part, especially when you're counting on that money for healthcare costs. But it's comforting to know that nearly everyone here had their reviews complete successfully without any issues. Fingers crossed both of our returns move through the process smoothly! Keep us updated on how yours progresses - it helps to know we're not alone in this waiting game.

I'm going through this exact same situation right now - my Michigan return has been under review for 6 days. Reading everyone's experiences here has been such a relief because I was starting to worry something was wrong with my filing. Like many of you, I also have medical expenses coming up and was counting on this refund timeline. From what I'm gathering from all these comments, it sounds like 2-3 weeks is pretty standard for these reviews, and most resolve automatically without needing any additional documentation. The lack of communication from Michigan Treasury is definitely frustrating when you're trying to plan finances around medical needs. I think I'll give it the full 2 weeks before calling, but it's reassuring to know that when people do call, the representatives are usually able to provide some helpful context about what triggered the review. Thanks everyone for sharing your timelines and outcomes - it really helps to know this is a normal part of the process and not something to panic about!

I'm currently in the same situation - my Michigan return went under review 3 days ago and I'm already feeling anxious about it! Reading through everyone's experiences here has been incredibly helpful and reassuring. It sounds like this is much more common than I realized, and most people are seeing resolutions in that 2-3 week timeframe. Like many of you, I also have some medical expenses I need to plan for, so the uncertainty around timing is stressful. But based on all the comments here, it seems like these reviews usually resolve automatically without any issues or additional documentation needed. I'm going to try to be patient and wait at least 2 weeks before calling, but it's comforting to know that when people do call, they often get helpful information about what triggered the review. Thanks to everyone for sharing your timelines and outcomes - it really helps to know we're all going through this together and that it typically works out fine in the end! I'll try to update this thread with my progress in case it helps others who are waiting too.

I'm also going through this exact situation right now - my Michigan return has been under review for 2 days and finding this thread has been such a lifesaver! I was starting to panic thinking I'd made some mistake, but reading everyone's experiences shows this is way more common than I thought. Like so many others here, I also have medical expenses coming up (dental work that can't wait much longer) and was really counting on that refund timing. The lack of any estimated timeframe from Michigan Treasury is so frustrating when you're trying to budget for healthcare needs. Based on all the shared experiences here, it sounds like that 14-21 day window is pretty typical, and most reviews resolve on their own without needing any additional documents. I'm going to try to be patient and wait at least 2 weeks before calling, but it's comforting to know the representatives are usually helpful when people do reach out. Thanks to everyone for sharing your timelines and outcomes - it really helps to know this is just part of their normal process and not something to stress about. I'll definitely update this thread with my progress to help others who might be starting this waiting period too!

I'm dealing with this exact same situation right now - my Michigan return went under review yesterday and I was immediately worried I'd done something wrong! Finding this thread has been incredibly reassuring because it shows this is happening to so many people this year. Like many others here, I also have upcoming medical expenses (a minor surgery scheduled in about 4 weeks) and was really counting on that refund timeline being predictable. The complete lack of any estimated timeframe from Michigan Treasury is so frustrating when you're trying to plan around healthcare costs. From reading everyone's experiences, it sounds like that 2-3 week window is pretty typical, and the vast majority resolve automatically without needing any additional documentation or action from us. I'm going to try to be patient and wait at least 2 weeks before calling, but it's comforting to know that when people do call, they usually get helpful information. Thanks to everyone for sharing your timelines and outcomes - it really helps to know this is just part of their normal verification process and not something to panic about. I'll definitely update this thread with my progress to help others who are just starting this waiting period. We're all in this together!

I'm currently experiencing this exact same situation! My Michigan return has been under review for 5 days now, and like so many others here, I also have medical expenses I need to plan for (some diagnostic tests my doctor ordered). It's incredibly reassuring to read everyone's experiences and see that this is happening to a lot of people this filing season. The lack of any timeline estimate from Michigan Treasury is definitely the most frustrating part, especially when you're trying to coordinate healthcare expenses. Based on all the shared experiences in this thread, it sounds like that 14-21 day range is pretty typical for these reviews, and most resolve automatically without requiring any additional documentation. I'm going to try to be patient and wait at least 2 weeks before calling, but it's comforting to know that when people do call, they usually get helpful context about what triggered the review. The randomness factor that several people mentioned actually makes me feel better - knowing it's likely just routine verification rather than an error on my part. Thanks to everyone for sharing their timelines and outcomes here. This thread has been a lifesaver for managing the anxiety that comes with waiting on funds you're counting on for medical needs. I'll definitely update with my progress to help others who are starting this waiting period!