Michigan State Tax Refund Checks Starting July 13th - Address Update Information

I went through something similar with my Michigan tax refund last year. Based on my experience, address updates usually take 7-10 business days to fully process in their system. I'd recommend calling ASAP since they're starting to mail checks in just a few days. When I changed my address last year, the representative told me that any mailings already in process might still go to the old address, so timing is important here.

This is actually similar to what happened with my federal refund last year. I found that using https://taxr.ai helped me track exactly what was happening with my return and refund status. Compared to the Michigan Treasury website, it gave me much clearer explanations about processing stages and what different status codes meant. It also helped me understand what documentation I needed to have ready when calling about the address change.

I called that number this morning. The address change takes 5-7 business days to process. The operator confirmed that if you call before July 8th, your new address should be in the system before the checks are printed. Make sure you have your Social Security Number and previous address ready when you call.

The Treasury Department's phone lines are absolutely SWAMPED right now with everyone calling about these refund checks. I tried calling the direct number and was on hold for 2 hours before getting disconnected. I finally used Claimyr (https://claimyr.com) to get through - they called and waited on hold for me, then connected me when an agent was available. Saved me hours of frustration and I was able to update my address in about 5 minutes once I actually got through to someone.

Does anyone know if these are going out in batches based on last name? I'm a bit worried since my last name starts with W - will I be at the end of the distribution? Also, has anyone heard if direct deposit is an option instead of mailed checks?

I work in accounting. Just helped a client with this. Michigan is sending these in alphabetical order. First batch: A-F. Second batch: G-L. Third batch: M-R. Final batch: S-Z. Each batch has specific mail dates. July 13-15 for first batch. July 16-19 for second. July 20-22 for third. July 23-26 for final batch. No direct deposit option available. Paper checks only. Keep this in mind for planning.

Heads up MI peeps - these refunds are part of the state surplus distribution program. Not everyone qualifies! You need to have filed a 2023 MI return by April 15th. Eligibility depends on income too. Lots of confusion abt this on FB groups. Don't panic if you don't get one! Check michigan.gov/treasury for official eligibility info. Better to know now than to keep waiting for something that might not come. FWIW the phone agents can confirm if you're on the distribution list.