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For most people getting a tax refund cannot happen soon enough. But sometimes delays occur for various reasons such as:
- Improper form was used to file your return.
- Form was not filled out correctly.
- Busy period during tax season.
- Form not received or in the process of being entered into the system.
- You have moved and did not inform the IRS (for paper check refunds).
- You owe the IRS money.
- Lien on your account from other sources beside the IRS.
Following is the information you will need to get your tax return information from your accountant, bookkeeper, tax preparer or directly from the IRS (Internal Revenue Service):
- Have a copy of your tax return.
- Your social security number or individual taxpayer identification number.
- Your filing status as listed on your income tax return.
- The exact whole dollar amount of your most recent refund.
If you decide to contact the IRS directly by phone or through the Internet, the best place to start is in the Where’s My Refund? section of the IRS website. By following the steps indicated in that section you may get more information about your tax refund. Whether you opted for direct deposit or asked IRS to mail you a check, you can track your refund through that secure Web site. You also have the option to start an online trace of your tax return on the IRS website. For more specific information visit the IRS website at www.irs.gov.
Additional information:
- The IRS will post your information about your refund 72 hours after acknowledges receipt of your e-filed return or three to four weeks after mailing a paper return.
- The IRS never initiates emails. Therefore, it is important to not release personal or sensitive information in response to an email claiming to be sent by the IRS. Don’t fall for any email scams about your refund!