People NOW Seeing Their Tax Refunds Plus Tips on What to do if Your Refund Has Not Yet Been Received

The IRS has announced that it is now processing tax returns for all taxpayers, including those who filed a return including those who claimed the EITC/ACTC. Unlike prior years, processing seems to be much smoother this year.

The number of returns processed by the I.R.S. was down about 10 percent from a year earlier, according to statistics provided by the agency. The average refund amount is also likely to be much lower this year.

The agency has however stressed that taxpayers should not expect refunds to be available in bank accounts or on debit cards until late February for those with EITC/ACTC credits, due to PATH act limitations.

Your WMR or IRS2Go status will indicate “processing” until then or will be updated if additional non-PATH related information is needed. Scroll down to see comments and tips from other readers based on the current and past tax year when the PATH act was enacted.

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2024 Tax Season Comments and Status

Overall the sentiment across social mean and from reader comments is that the IRS is much more efficient this year and in line with the estimated schedule and normal PATH refund freeze restrictions.

This is likely due to increased IRS staffing levels and the end of pandemic related stimulus payments and payment of expanded tax credits, which mostly managed by the agency.

Refund payment timings differences are due to several factors, including weekends, IRS batch processing schedules, government holidays and the time needed for treasury and banks to process direct deposits. 

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Comments on Dealing with IRS Tax Refund Delays

You are not alone and below are excerpts from readers like you who have faced delays with their refunds in current and past tax seasons. Also included are reasons why and helpful suggestions to help you get the money you are owed. See more in this Refund update video.

Those who had dates of 22nd, most got their refund deposited on Friday. I was one of them. Those on the 23rd are the ones that will get theirs on Tues/Wed. The banks have the funds already; they just aren’t releasing until starting midnight tonight up until Wed. Think about it, if it only takes let’s just say 24/48 hours for the banks to get the refunds from the treasury…then those that went out on the 15-16…reached the banks in time for Friday releases. Those on 17-18 will release on Tues./Wed. It is the bank that are holding those refunds until after the holiday…IRS warned the delay are with the BANKS, not the Treasury or them.

The IRS had this strategy planned long time ago when they started that PATH law…they knew how they was going to roll out the releases…Treasury Dept. has the capabilities to release without being Opened.

My mom/dad gets SS and their checks are released (5) days and their bank hold it in “pending” status until the date on the check…the same thing for Refunds…some banks don’t hold (depends) on your bank policy. My credit union don’t hold. Don’t be fooled…technology allows anything to process in real time…electronically means just that…real time….just like an email can come from me to you….within minutes.

Oh by the way everyone take a look at your WMR up until you actually get your refund. I have read where some have posted that Sat they had DDD, then Sunday it changed back to ..”we are processing your return…and this weekend that got a ltr 4883 (id verification) or 4464c, and letters asking to fax 1095 health form…varies issues…their DDD was pulled and placed back on hold….

So, don’t spend that money until you actually have it in your bank account/hands…IRS is pulling a lot of tricks this year…


I know everyone may have the same question, so instead of trying to reply to everyone individually, there is nothing you can do from now until Saturday but pray you are one of the lucky ones that will get an update and DDD or 846 on your transcript between now and the 18th.

I HIGHLY recommend you call all day today and speak to as many IRS rep you need to if you got questions or concerned there may be an issues, hold or review that may delay you further..

It only takes 10-15 minutes to get thru this line…(800) 829-0582 ext. 652. Just tell them you got a code on the WMR this morning saying you were instructed to call; but you don’t recall what the code was and you are not at a computer to log in…do I have a letter being mailed or do I need to verify my ID or something? This is a sure way to get them to call up your return to take a look…

If they say just the WMR by the 18th this is a “secret” code for – You will be seeing DDD on or before that day on the WMR…you can get them to but you have to be very persuasive and persistent which take a lot of work…lol. Heck I was worn out after that call…smh. But it was well worth the answer I got at the end. :-).

HINT: Make you your message on the WMR does not say “processing”…but instead “processed”…there is a huge difference…”processing” mean something is still going on and you are not fully done…the other YOU ARE.

The reason for the different wording is for those who did not get the PATH message in the first place; and who still have we are still processing your return and a date will be available….(This is how they can tell them apart).


[Update Feb 14th] The IRS has confirmed to several readers that seeing the “PATH” message in WMR is a good thing. It means the IRS has reviewed your return and is now holding on processing until Feb 15 as required by law. You should start seeing updates to your WMR status and a Direct Deposit Date (DDD) from Feb 15th or 16th (since WMR updates overnight).

Sharon I spoke with IRS on today, if you claim EIC they should start releasing payments on Wednesday Also IRS will be working Saturday & Monday. So hopefully we all should be relieved by the weekend. Special Thanks to Author Andy for this special page!!

Jazzy …You get a FULL PAGE PATH message, starting check back for a personal DDD date after the 15th. Everyone got the 152 path message where you click on the Code 152 to read. The other one…pops up after the bars disappears…. I think people are getting confused about the (2) path message, that’s all…IRS WEBSITE NEWS:

PATH Act Tax Related Provisions delaying EITC and ACTC

The Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act (the PATH Act), mandates that the IRS not issue a refund on tax returns claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit or Additional Child Tax Credit until Feb. 15. The additional time helps the IRS stop fraudulent refunds from being issued to identity thieves and fraudulent claims with fabricated wages and withholdings.

Jennifer says in a comment on the IRS refund schedule “My return was accepted on the 17th. I received an email early Tuesday morning and checked and it was. So I guess some were actually accepted before the 23rd. I do get eitc but not actc.” Gerri on the same article says, “My return was accepted. I find it odd that turbo tax is already giving me a date range. I thought the irs was delaying EIC returns. If that’s the case, how is it possible that Turbo tax has a date for me already. I am hoping that since I filed so so early this year, that maybe the irs is processing some returns to test the system out. Maybe some of us that claim the EIC will not get delayed. Hmmmm….wishful thinking I suppose!”

This prompted the following replies:

Christine – Mine was accepted by the IRS (not H&R Block which I used because my husband is Military) today on the 18th. We have always claimed EIC, so I am hoping ours doesn’t get held. Not because I have pressing issues or bills to be paid.
Amanda – My return was accepted by the IRS. I too claim EIC. I spoke to a tax expert and was told they are not holding all EIC returns. If you have always claimed your child/children and had no major changes they are processing your return on time.
Brandon – Mine was accepted on Friday the 13th been claiming same 2 children for 10 years at hr block no changes on return at all
Kristen – So not everyone’s will be getting held? Mine was accepted today and i filled today

So what is going on?

WMR Status Graphic

This is definitely creating some confusion for readers. But the answer is simple. The IRS was clear that processing would not start till Jan 23rd. But they will clearly accept earlier. Receiving/Accepting your return vs approving/processing your refund is two different things.

To see this more clearly look the official IRS Where’s My Refund tool process diagram which shows the following sequence of how they accept. process and pay out refunds. You can see that when a refund is received (or accepted) it means that it is in queue for processing. But it does not mean it is approved and/or a refund is ready to be paid.

The three status’ in the official IRS WMR tool are (1) Return Received (sometimes = return accepted), (2) Refund Approved and (3) Refund Sent. Sometimes if you are using popular online tax filing tools like TurboTax or H&R block, you may see them showing refund approved. but that is the status in their system or based on an IRS refund payment estimate they have derived from past years. You need to go to the official IRS WMR tool page to see the personalized IRS processing status and refund information/date.

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1,242 thoughts on “People NOW Seeing Their Tax Refunds Plus Tips on What to do if Your Refund Has Not Yet Been Received”

  1. Well my state return finally got approved. Apparently they had to make an adjustment, but I don’t know what kind because I haven’t received my letter yet. So now I don’t know how much my refund is, I just hope it’s still a good amount

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      • amber, that is good. You will see an update and get a DDD most likely by tomorrow morning. They did say MARJORITY will have a DDD….so I pray for you gf, that you be one of those lucky ones.

        Fingers crossed :-).

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  2. My cousin just checked WMR and had a DD of 2/22 then checked her account as she was going into the store and its actually pending for deposit tomorrow, so clearly the WMR is not up to date!

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  3. OMG I just got notified by my bank that my return is in my account and ready to use. The rep told me this morning I had a DDD of 02/22. But its there now!!! Keep in mind, my bank is super quick about posting. So what I can take from this is that if you have a DDD of 02/22, then they are starting to release those funds and you could see them anytime.

    Finally got my refund….woot!

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    • Wow… You had the PATH message too recently and it went away late last night and then said that your refund is being processed with your dollar amount on the left hand side? Your getting your money? I bank with Webster. I should have called today too just to find out something. Lol, Happy for you. I hope I get mine soon

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      • Yep Pretty,

        I was in the same boat with as you. I bank with American Express. They always have my direct deposits in sooner. So i knew I would get my deposit sooner than the IRS thought, but I had no idea it would be today after just speaking with someone this morning that gave me a 02/22 date. Those refunds are coming all. I am excited for all of us.

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        • Lucky you. I can’t wait to get my money. This is crazy and the State of New York is also said that I may have to wait for my taxes after my federal return because they may have to further review them. I’m like, these tax returns this year has been a mess lol

  4. I talk to 3 different IRS reps the last one said that they don’t know dates at all he said the system isn’t going to tell them the exact dates until Saturday and we can call on Saturday to get exact dates but should see it on WMR by then so the 22nd date there giving because its on the script 2 days after the holiday so even if no date check on Saturday and if you don’t have a date then you can call and you will get answers. Love you Jazzy you been such a god scent and blessing with the exact nphone numbers and things to say friend for life. So he said they can’t even see any dates until Saturday that’s why there saying the 27th latest cause they don’t know themselves exactly. That explains why none of them are on the same page.

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    • Morning Tam, love you to gf….I don’t think anyone will be waiting till the 27. If they are updating on Sat, the money is probably it the bank today / in the morning. For sure by Tues/Wed next week.

      Before you even get an update the money is already on its way….it just up to the bank to post and process. The WMR is always after the fact…

      I truly believe they are going to get as many people there money this weekend to start spending. A report came out that businesses are complaining that this PATH law has an affect on their bottom line for their 1st quarter reporting. They were complaining as much as we were…so next year, I think IRS is going to have a better plan…

      Business and Consumers both got a HIT in this PATH mess…

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  5. Jazzy I broke down and called again was told my money just sitting there waiting no DDD for me as of like 12:15 today I hate I can’t see online bring on my wine lol I got a head of grey at 32 I thought my two kids would cause instead of the IRS OMG lol.

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    • Nicole, don’t that just piss you off; lmbo. Send them a bill for that bottle of dye and the gas to go it..hehehehehhe.. just sitting there smh. They better push that button and have you a DDD by this Saturday…I bet that..lol.

      I am dreading next year already ugh :-(.

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      • jazzy on feb 15 th my bars went to refund approved and comment says scheduled to be sent to bank by feb 17th if not deposited by feb 22 contact my bank to see if they received it does that mean i’m done and my money will be in bank then

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      • Thanks you jazzy ,,,,,you been a major help to alot of us,,,,we are in the water now,, now it’s just a little ride left,,

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      • Jazzy don’t let one or too people get you down,,,,there will always be one that can’t handle that someone else might no a little more then them,,,,keep up the good work,,,,and Rock on,,,,

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    • I’m glad we are on this page now ,,,wow the other page we was on ,,,people are getting very rude and going off on each other,,,I’m glad the smart ones came here,,,but yes jazzy is right big big update Saturday morning,,,all most all of us will have a DDD 100% between 3:00am and 6:00am Saturday morning

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      • Hey Hard Times, I know, I just read the ugly cruel comments by Toya, Mary and Being Patient said about me. It was very hurtful and degrading. I don’t even them and the painted me as a monster, hag just bullies. If they only knew who I really was that would be shocked. I am educated and by no means look like a HAG or bed ridden old person…smh. I did nothing to those girls…makes me don’t want to come here no more…just for those comments.

        But I am going to try to hang in here until all my buddies get there refunds. Yes, the nice and smart ones came over here and a few may not know how to find us to join.

        Glad I am no longer over there to be subjected to those ugly remarks about me. So sad…people are like that over the internet… I am going to try not to let it bother me; it is embarrassing to read those nasty remarks…when you know it is not who you are at all…

        I will chat with you all tomorrow…kinda of sad right now, I didn’t deserve that at all…I wish Andy would go and DELETE those posts…so others do not paint an image of me that is not true.

        Take care…good luck everyone.

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        • Comments deleted. Keep on helping each other. And if people disagree, do it in a less personal fashion. I am all for different viewpoints, but personal character attacks are completely unnecessary. Thanks for your ongoing help Jazzy

          And remember all this is an informational community site. It is not legal or professional tax advice.

      • Hey Nicole, just hand in there ok, I think you will see a deposit really soon…and yes Hard Times is a sweetheart and so many of you are truly good peeps and I love you all for being so kind and respectful. I never gave any of you wrong information; I just shared my own personal opinions and most of the info came straight from IRS Manual, Website, Articles etc.,

        Chat with you guys tomorrow…have a good evening/night.

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      • Hi Hard Times, thank you so much, you are one of the truly friendliest and good spirited person and I appreciate that very much.

        No need to waste energy on negativity…we are all here for the same purpose to HELP and SUPPORT.

        Good luck to you and I hope if you did not see any movement today you will tomorrow my friend.

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    • Hey Nicole —- we all are about there I’ve injoy talking to you and a few others,,,it’s been stressful but we almost there,,,,

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      • Right please jazzy never let them get you down your amazing you keep me off 480 bridge in ohio lol Hard times yes we have it’s almost over money in our hands soon see yall tomorrow lol I love this

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      • OMG, Nicole, you better not ever think about jumping of the 480 bridge, not if I am around. I will talk you off the ledge or I will go over with you and bring 2 life jackets….lmbo.

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  6. had a question if h&r block said that in there computers that says that the irs is done with my return and im waiting for my deposite but they dont no the date when i will get it does that mean its true or will i get a date the 18th i called them bec the irs was being rude

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    • amber I used HRB and I am sure your return is completed and just waiting to be release this weekend with DDD. Something big is going to happen and they did say a majority of taxpayers will see DDD on the 18th.

      1 more day to get thru…then we should wake up to a lit-up WMR…hopefully some will see dates Friday…and the other half Saturday..

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  7. Just got off the phone with one of the nicest IRS reps! (Maybe they took some happy pills today) Was informed my ddd is the 22nd..
    Woohoo!!! Filed 1-20 accepted 1-23 Actc and Eitc.

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    • Sarah, awesome (those happy pills may have been lace with a little booze)….that is (2) nicest reps in a row at we are talking the evening shift too…lmbo. Well you caught her at a good time..lol.

      Good news, I know you feel so relieved…after the long wait.

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  8. ok seriously can someone please help. why do i no longer have the path message on wmr now states my return is processed

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    • amy, that is a good thing, it means you may be getting a DDD by this weekend for the 22nd. I think we are finally coming to the end of this journey. Fingers crossed :-)

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  9. Sigh…not happy with my state.

    So called to check my State refund, because it showed a credit on my account and now it says 0 balance. I told rep its been four weeks and the number kept changing and I just want to make sure there is no issue. Well she looked into it and this was the result.

    It looks as though the balance says 0 now because we are sending out your refund check.

    To which I replied, sending a check? I signed up for direct deposit.

    Response: Can you please hold?

    Sure

    Ms it looks as though we are mailing a check to you on Tuesday 02/21/2017. There is nothing we can do to stop this process and correct it. I have notified the accounting department and they will make sure this mistake does not happen to anyone else. We can’t help you, but we will correct the mistake for future refunds on others.

    LOL just thought I would post for any Oregonians on this thread and would like state info. If you get your direct deposit as you requested and not mailed by mistake….I suppose that means I am to thank according to the Rep Haha.

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    • Sweet, I am so glad Texas don’t have state refunds, I don’t think I could handle dealing with two refund bureaucracy and at the same time…geez …lol.

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      • My state was pretty great…even tho it’s usually not so great. My state came in exactly 1 week after I sent it in…..Indiana btw

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  10. I just spoke with probably the nicest and most helpful IRS employee in the history of IRS..lol. My refund is showing that it has been received and that they are processing it. She advised me that there was nothing wrong with my refund and that their system is not in it’s right mind right now and that she’s advising people not to pay too much attention to WMR because it’s not updating correctly. She said there should be an update by Saturday of the DDD.

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    • justme, sound like you she get the award for getting the “best” IRS rep ever. Because others have not been so lucky..lol. Well she is just confirming to us all that Saturday is going to be a HUGE day for millions…

      I hope so, because I am so ready to EXHALE…:-). I am so please you had a warm and pleasant IRS experience. Wish everyone could get that rep.

      Well IRS system and a lot of taxpayers share some similar traits…none of us are in “our” right mind either…thanks to IRS…lol.

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    • amber, it is ashamed that you have to call at least (5) times until you get a sweet little old lady or nice man that actually care. Next time you call try this approach. I had one who started out sound like she was going to be a rude one, but before she could get grouchy, I said, Hi Ms. Camp, how is your morning go thus far? Hope things are not too hectic with all these calls, I know a lot of people like myself has been waiting so long to get answers…hope you understand this wait put me in a difficult position and I really need any insight you can give me. I would really appreciate it a lot.

      Charmed them to death….then I got them right where I want them…I need to go back to school and become a psychology major…lol

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  11. Nena, pretty much everyone was updated to that same message when the PATH MSG went away. You good, look for an update tomorrow or Saturday morning. If you can view your transcript see if you have the code 846 if so your refund has been released…

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    • Thanks Jazzy you’ve been great help !!! I really appreciate I just been following along the thread to read your comments.
      I still called the IRS lol and she said you’ve called before lmbo I didn’t know they tracked the damn calls she said no error with my refund didn’t want to provide received date or anything she said I should receive a ddd by Saturday the 18th so I’m crossing fingers since I’m going on maternity leave on tomorrow my refund will be great help while I’m off work. I just want a date lol that’s it
      I just want to make sure everything is okay with my refund . I worked hard all year long lol

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      • Nena, you are so very welcome, and Congratulation on becoming a new mom. Girl / Boy? Yes, they track the calls but they do know we will keep calling cause we want our money, they can’t hate on us for that right? I am sure they would do the same…lol. Going to miss you, check back in when you feeling up to it and lets us know if you got that DDD Saturday ok…it will definitely come right on time for the new edition to the family. So awesome, good luck and hope you have a speedy delivery…

        Take care :-)

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  12. I love Jazzy! With her I have hope lol….. my path message went away and is now saying being processed. With all of Jazzies hard work sitting on the phone and actually getting thru and speaking with someone keeps my thoughts positive. I am hoping I just wake up and my refund will be in my account soon. I am praying for us all

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    • Lucy, ahhhhhhhh thank you for the kind words :-). Can you view your transcript online? If you can tomorrow may be a good day to see if you have the code 846, if not, then we only have a couple of more days to see if we get an update on the WMR that IRS is standing by 100%. We shall see…

      Saturday is a huge day for many of us…..can’t wait to read all the good news. So everyone dust off those dancing shoes because we are going to party and do the Happy Dance…I am going to do the Two – Step…lol.

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      • I haven’t even tried to look at my transcript, I have been on this sight following your comments lol…. I just log on and find your morning comment and go by that. I trust you, so a few more days won’t kill us. You do the two step and I will hit the Quan (hahahahah)

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  13. Anne, no one have bars at this time, but hopefully we will this weekend stating Approve and DDD sent…can’t wait to see that happen Saturday.

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  14. Hey jazzy was just wondering where you get the 846 code. I do not see it. It just says my refund is being processed.

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    • Michelle, you get that from your transcript here is the link you can order online, mail or via phone. You can also call call 800-908-9946 and request them to FAX it to you instead of having it mail. Tell them you need it for school or bank loan…not just for personal usage. ok.

      https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-return-transcript-types-and-ways-to-order-them?

      Once you can view it the last code you will see on your “ACCOUNT” transcript which is the one you want to order will have the code 846 that mean you are done and your refund has been released to your bank account. If you can order your Return as well, then you are done processing…but that don’t mean you can’t still be under a review…the codes will also let you know if a letter is being sent out or a freeze is on your account for whatever…

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    • Michelle, you get that from your transcript (irs website) you can order online, mail or via phone. You can also call call 800-908-9946 and request them to FAX it to you instead of having it mail. Tell them you need it for school or bank loan…not just for personal usage. ok.

      Once you can view it the last code you will see on your “ACCOUNT” transcript which is the one you want to order will have the code 846 that mean you are done and your refund has been released to your bank account. If you can order your Return as well, then you are done processing…but that don’t mean you can’t still be under a review…the codes will also let you know if a letter is being sent out or a freeze is on your account for whatever…

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  15. So.WMR still shows: You may not have entered your information correctly. Please verify your personal tax data and try again.
    I called on Monday 02/13 and they told me mine was received on the 10th, when I filed on the 3rd? But still not showing any updates or that it was accepted. I am really not liking this years process….so stressful!!

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    • Debra, that is very odd. I heard of being off by 2 days, but not 7 days. You may want to try calling them again today and see if you can find out what the hold is. (800) 829-0582 ext. 652, just tell them you got a code and was instructed to call them and try to order your transcript via phone, mail or online. That would give you some indication that you are being processed…but not what the issues may be….if any. good luck

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      • I have tried ordering my transcript with no luck :( which to me means that it hasn’t even been processed. I used a “Tax Service” this year, I’ve learned my lesson and will continue to do my own. At least that way I can track it other ways as well. I am going to try calling again today. Thanks for all your help!

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    • Debra, You can also call call 800-908-9946 and request them to FAX it to you instead of having it mail. Tell them you need it for school or bank loan…not just for personal usage. ok.

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      • That’s great! I never thought of that.
        I actually just got off of the phone with them again and was told that it’s still in process. She told me I didn’t have to keep calling…lol…that there were no errors and to give it the 21 dys. She did also say that I’m looking at the 24th. She stated that it’s normal for WMR not to have any updates or be none at all, which is weird to me but ok. Guess I feel a bit better.

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        • Debra, lol but that is great she at least eased your mind and the 24th sound about right. It does help to get that confirmation tho…lol.

        • Debra, no I made a promise I will stay with you guys until everyone has gotten there refunds. I will continue to check in at least 3-4 days throughout the day to respond to unanswered post and direct questions to me.

          I enjoy helping others and I enjoy this group a lot. This forum is better than a therapy session..lol. especially when you are dealing with IRS…every year they put us thru so much unnecessary stress…smh.

          Heck if we did not have each other…we may be committed by now…lol.

  16. Called IRS again. I said I was told by another rep if I got PATH message that meant I was approved, but now it says processing. I heard there was a hardship I could file to get refund. She was rude and very abruptly said there are no hardships. To which I replied….Look I really need some help. My electricity due to missed work from winter storm is going to be shut off in 5 days. If I can’t get a hardship, I really need to be able to talk to electric company and give them something as to when I am expecting my refund, so that they will work with me. Then I begged…lol please, please I am just looking for any help, anyone to help.

    She put me on hold, came back and said it looks like you are scheduled for a 22nd DDD. I said is that the generic response for all EIC ACTC people. She got very rude and said maam, we are talking about your tax return no one else. Although she was very rude, she was also helpful I guess, since she gave me a DDD date.

    My bank always processes fast. I generally get my direct deposit from payroll two days earlier than co-workers. So I am hoping this means I will get my deposit sooner. Is my DDD date when they think it will hit my account or when they will actually release funds?

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    • Thanks, but my question is, is the DDD she gave me the date they will release funds or the date they expect my direct deposit to hit my bank. Anyone?

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    • Sweetb, the 22nd is the date it should reach your bank account. Monday being a holiday it may not get there sooner than the 22nd but it should be in your account for sure no later than the 24th. Depends on your bank, if they are fast you may get it by Tuesday…they are going to release it by Saturday, so anything is possible…congrats :-)

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    • Thanks. As I stated, I always get my paycheck deposited into my account 2 days earlier than my co-workers. So I have hope I will see that DDD this Saturday. Fingers crossed.

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    • OK. Thanks. Just wanted to gauge the DDD based on when you sent in your return. Mine was accepted 1/13 so I’m hoping mine is soon as well.

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      • FJB, when I talked to the Rep, I mentioned we were in the test batches so we should have been the 1st group, but it dosen’t seem like it is working that way, because a lot of people with 201704 has gotten their 846. Maybe because I am a weekly mines won’t hit until Saturday…which is all good, as long as I get it on the 22nd next week I am cool…\

        So, let’s see between us how it turns out tomorrow or Saturday since we have the exact same date of acceptance.

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  17. I have the code “846” on my transcript. But the date say 3-6-2017. Is tgat mean I will receive it on that day or after? Thank you in advance for anyone responding.

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    • Sara, no, you should have our monies in the bank by the 22nd no later than 24th…may be sooner, just keep your eye on your bank account. Congrats!!!

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      • Jazzy!!!! Thank you so much for your reply. I do hope so. I really need to pay my bills. One of many of them is my electricity. I am so behind and hoping to get it sooner then later. Just concern that the electricity company will shut my electricity soon. Anyway, to much unnecessary information there. Hahaha. Thank you again for your time.

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        • Sara, you are very welcome. IRS placed us all in crisis mode and all we want to do it get our refunds so we can check of our lists of things we had planned for it 2-3 weeks ago. Do they not realize what stressful position they put a lot of folks in….I understand they want to fight fraud; but I really wish they could find some another way that would not affect those who needs it the most.

  18. so excited i got my path message removed and it say processed and good to go hopefully by this weekend or next week we should get something man it was a hell of a ride to get are money but its worth it so hopefully we get news from people

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    • amber, right it is good news for a whole lot of us…yeah finally, now let’s get ready to exhale when we see those funds in our account…:-)

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  19. So is this processing as far as verifying the return is accurate or actually processing the direct deposit to your bank account?
    I am unable to view my transcript online so I cant tell if I have the 846(?) payed out code. The paper copy I had sent for and received does show I have a minus/credit due.
    I originally was accepted 1/13 and have had no messages or codes besides PATH, 152 and now the new processing code from today on WMR.

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    • FJB, I was accepted on 1/13 as well and I was told no doubt we will be getting a DDD by this weekend and a deposit date for the 22nd. We will find out soon, keep me posted ok

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        • FJB, trust me he did. You have to be good to get one by me. We were on the phone for over 30 minutes, honestly when he ask me to confirm my account and routing number; I personally think he was hooking me up and “manually” pushing my throw…after talking to me I had him eating out of my hands…feeling sorry for me and wanting to help me out…lol.

          So, I am 100% I will have my DDD heck I just might see my money in the account in the morning…lol. I think I am going to send him a box of cookies…:-)

  20. If it is taking longer than usual to get it…keep this in mind:

    A slight confusion about when the Internal Revenue Service will release the money created a logjam on the agency’s phone lines and at tax-related businesses.
    Panicked citizens went to the IRS website, causing it to briefly crash. The mix-up set in with the notification the IRS sent to early-bird tax filers who have completed and sent in their returns. The notice informs them not to expect their tax refund until at least Feb. 15.

    Approximately 15 million tax payers nationwide, who claim the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC)

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      • amber, yes we are just waiting for our DDD…the only ones they need to be concern is the ones who do not see a DDD Saturday morning….but the good part is IRS will be open all day Saturday and Monday to take those calls as to why….hope the majority will be happy campers this weekend. Even tho we may not see the funds…just getting that DDD we know it is on the way…

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  21. if you filed through turbotax you can call them and they can tell you if you have been approved or not they say they cant see if you have a ddd but you can google the bank that turbotax uses and go on there to see if your money has been deposited in there yet. it goes to that bank so turbotax can get there fees out then it is deposited to your personal bank

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    • Hey jwolf! I did call TurboTax thanks for the suggestion! We should hopefully be seeing $$$$ and or dates very soon!!

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  22. So if mine says processing I should call and ask them if they sent me a letter that way if they did I can go ahead and get something situated or I need to verify myself is that correct because I’ve been on the phone with them since 8 o’clock this morning and is now 10:12 a.m. my time I’m going to get this stuff situated I’m tired of talking to the IRS almost everyday everything is accepted and processing I was told that I would get info on the 18th then I would get my refund on the 22nd – 24th or 27th no later

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    • Bizzle, did you call this number (800) 829-0582 ext. 652, then dial the ext? It usually takes less than 30 minutes, if high volume of calls. You are just trying to be proactive to confirm nothing is pending or holding up your refund. If you can order your transcript online you will be able to see codes that will indicate an issue or letter is being sent. If you see code 846 you are good to go.

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    • Yes please call don’t wait the that could happen is they say you good to go but tell them you got a code to call but you forgot the code and they will pull it up it took me15 minutes

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      • Hey Twan, how did everything go today? Did you get any results? Your situation is going to take a little while to resolve, but it depends on you, you could try to get things turned back in your favor to only be delayed a couple of week the most.

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  23. Nicole, great idea, be resourceful we have waited way too long..lol. Girl if we keep drinking wine every night we are going to have to go to wineoholic classes…:-).

    The doctor said it is good to drink a glass of wine a day right? So we good carry on…lol.

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  24. Okay thank you jazzy also I get mine two days faster with my bank maybe I’ll see it tomorrow I’ll be drinking again tonight lol also is calling the Treasury office another way of get info.

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  25. I know everyone may have the same question, so instead of trying to reply to everyone individually, there is nothing you can do from now until Saturday but pray you are one of the lucky ones that will get an update and DDD or 846 on your transcript between now and the 18th.

    I HIGHLY recommend you call all day today and speak to as many IRS rep you need to if you got questions or concerned there may be an issues, hold or review that may delay you further..

    It only takes 10-15 minutes to get thru this line…(800) 829-0582 ext. 652. Just tell them you got a code on the WMR this morning saying you were instructed to call; but you don’t recall what the code was and you are not at a computer to log in…do I have a letter being mailed or do I need to verify my ID or something? This is a sure way to get them to call up your return to take a look…

    If they say just the WMR by the 18th this is a “secret” code for – You will be seeing DDD on or before that day on the WMR…you can get them to but you have to be very persuasive and persistent which take a lot of work…lol. Heck I was worn out after that call…smh. But it was well worth the answer I got at the end. :-).

    HINT: Make you your message on the WMR does not say “processing”…but instead “processed”…there is a huge difference…”processing” mean something is still going on and you are not fully done…the other YOU ARE.

    The reason for the different wording is for those who did not get the PATH message in the first place; and who still have we are still processing your return and a date will be available….(This is how they can tell them apart).

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    • Hi jazzy you think I’ll be getting my Dr before the 27 I filed on 05/02 and got approved same day had a received bar on wmr 2 days later disappeared and a few days had the path message and the topic 152 this morning 2/16 I checked wmr and it’s says it’s processing and shows my refund on the bottom to the left. It says to check again tomorrow. You think thats a good sign?

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      • H, you mean you filed on 2/5? I know they are processing them at record speed since the 5th. I bet you can even order your transcripts already. Have you tried yet? If not see if you can and see what codes are on your “ACCOUNT” transcript, if not, may not matter because it seem like you are in the same group with us early filers. Seem like you are in line for an update between now and Saturday…If I was a betting person, I will say ….expect a DDD this weekend and a deposit on the 22nd :-)

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  26. Morning ALL: You know I can’t come on here without my morning “update”…lol. Been on the phone with IRS since 7:30 – to just now. 1st Rep Ms. Camp 1009211075 – wasn’t buying anything I said, she wouldn’t even pull me up; just kept referring to the script for eic/actc folks. Of course, I don’t take no for an answer that easily :-). So, of course I just politely hung and hit those digits again as fast as my little fingers could dial…hehehehehe. I know I know get to the point…lol. 2nd Rep a Mr. Cartino 1002900317 (miss digit they say it so fast)…geez. Anyways..this was our convo:

    1. I said can you look and see if they finish by Audit for 2014? Answer: ask all those questions to get there to view.
    2. I said I am concern it will affect my 2016; can you see what is going on with it? Answer: that got his attention so he look back at 2014 and said did you get a letter in the mail. I said no, haven’t checked my mail in a week. He said well they closed the audit and you owe back -0-. I already knew this of course.
    3. Now can you see the 2016 status? Answer: When did you file…I told him I was a test batch. After all that back and forth; he said you should have been processed long time ago, but with the PATH we had to hold it until yesterday.
    4. I said I know that sucks..when am I getting a DDD? Answer: You should have been processed systematically, let me take a look. Then he said what is your bank routing and acct number? He kept putting me on hold.
    5. Finally, he told me; You will be updated by the 18th and have a DDD for the 22nd. But allow 5 days for the bank to process which will be the latest in your account by the 27th.
    6. Before we hung it he ask if I had a hardship? Of course I say YES….you think? Yaw kept my money this long I have several hardships which one you want me to name I got a LIST…lol. Answer: Let me give you a PIN 0065 and transfer you to another division and they may can speed it up. Guess what happened? He transferred me and I got disconnected ugh? But who cares, he already told me what I needed to know…lol. I am a happy camper now :-)

    Now that makes a lot of sense. Cause the website state just that. Allow (5) to get to your bank for processing. So, that means everyone that gets a DDD by the 18th will see your refund no later than Wednesday or sooner..but because of the Holiday which my bank is closed…it will be Wednesday.

    I tried to ask if transcript would update all day during the day as they release funds, he didnt seem to get what I was saying but just said check the WMR in the morning or Saturday you should see your DDD. As you know me, I am going to check my transcript every hour on the hour…they aint fooling me..lol.

    So there is hope that MANY will be getting a DDD this Saturday for the 22nd. He said it did not matter if you are weekly or daily…they are all going out systematically…ot HOLDs because they should have already been issued.

    THE END….

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  27. Jazzy,
    Finally mine moved to we received your return and it is processing….. Thank the Lord At least now they are moving forward. I hope it comes soon but either way at least it is moving forward.

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    • Karen, I hear you, it was really refreshing to NOT see that PATH msg…lol. We are no longer on the rocky dirt road path, we are about to reached green pastures :-). Did you catcha that (Green) dollars…lmbo.

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  28. I ordered my 2016 Return Transcript online and got nothing regarding a refund date, so then I ordered my 2016 Account Transcript (not Record of Account Transcript) and this was on the bottom. Looks as though they’re going to process mine on 2/20/17 and issue my refund on 3/6/17 provided there’s no errors on my return. Just to make sure this was accurate, I pulled my 2015 Account Transcript to view the refund date and compare it to when I actually got my refund last year…It was almost accurate. It said my refund issued 2/15/15 but I actually received it earlier than that date. I hope this helps!

    RETURN DUE DATE OR RETURN RECEIVED DATE (WHICHEVER IS LATER) Apr. 15, 2017

    PROCESSING DATE Feb. 20, 2017

    TRANSACTIONS
    CODE EXPLANATION OF TRANSACTION CYCLE DATE AMOUNT

    150 Tax return filed 20170504 02-20-2017 $xxx.00
    16221-430-81788-7
    806 W-2 or 1099 withholding 04-15-2017 -$xxxx.00
    766 Credit to your account 04-15-2017 -$xxx.00
    768 Earned income credit 04-15-2017 -$xxxx.00
    846 Refund issued 03-06-2017 $xxxx.00

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    • For anyone who does not have 846 please follow jazzy instructions call them say you was told by wmr to call I did not have 846 call and was told they sent me a letter should receive it soon need additional information.it might not be for everyone but don’t wait to find out call it won’t hurt thinks Jazzy

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      • Morning Twam, you are very welcome. So, glad you found out you were getting a letter. I would call them back and ask exactly what it is they are needing and get it FAX today, don’t wait on that letter you will only be delayed even further. They open faxes within 2 business days upon receipt. It states that in the Manuel. But they will tell you give them 10 days before you call to see if they got it….but you can call in 3-5 and it will show in their system…

        FAX TODAY….I want my gf…to get her money before 2018…lol.

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        • Jazzy I know you probably busy but if you could 8038218429 they would not tell me what I need to send if anything just wait for letter in mail

  29. I updated to processing which is fine but I can’t view my transcripts online to see code 846 I was 20170405 with a processing date of 02/13 jazzy please help

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  30. Mine WRM is still the same for two weeks now it reads “Your tax return is still being processed. A refund date will be provided when available.” I have no Income Credit or Child Care Credit. It has been 29 days. Why are they taking so Long? I need to pay Bills. I am 3 months behind in Credit Cards and owe the Owner of the Store2 months Rent. I have no food in the House. I don’t know what to do. I am Frustrated.

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    • Hi James! If you don’t have EIC or the ACTC and it’s been over 21 days then you should call the IRS. My Goddaughter was in the same situation as you so she called the IRS yesterday and was told she needs to complete another step of identity verification in order for her return to be released. I hope this helps, and good luck to you!

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  31. Updated from path messege. Now saying:

    We have received your tax return and it is being processed.

    Please Note:
    For refund information, please continue to check here, or use our free mobile app, IRS2Go. Updates to refund status are made no more than once a day.

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    • I hope we see dates when to expect our money, because I have the same message. I also hope that we don’t go days or even weeks with this message. This is so crazy lol

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      • Morning Brown Eyes, no you won’t go no longer than Saturday, if you don’t see a DDD, then you should be calling them ALL day Saturday and MONDAY….and ask WHY? Thank God they will be opening to take all those calls..

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  32. Mine were accepted Jan 12th, my bar disappeared an i had the path messege, that’s changed to return recieved and being processed…why weren’t they working on it while they were holding? Does this mean they are just now starting on my return!? Wtf!

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    • Beth, no all returns are completed. They were processing as they received them. If that was the case…we wouldn’t be seeing anything for (3) weeks…

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      • Good morning everyone Jazzy is telling 100%the truth the new message is not an indication that you are good to go if you don’t have 846 by now get on the phone I did and found out that there are some things I have to do this is not for everyone but please call I want to see all of us get what we worked for tell them you have a code but can’t remember what it was and they will pull up your return and let you know everything Jazzy is telling you the truth it works.
        Thanks again Jazzy

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    • Wmr is finally updating from previous path message that had a lot of returns on hold status. Should be seeing a lot of movement soon.

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      • I know right!!! I ain’t even a drinker but this tax year had me like say what?!?! But like Jazzy and others are saying, my fellow path sibling, we should be seeing or hearing something soon. I prefer to see a deposit from all of us and hearing shouts from here on this site and to the banks…

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  33. Mine just said We have received your return and it is being processed and the amount that I am supposed to get back is now up. What does all of this mean? HELP ME OUT PLEASE

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  34. Twan, I am elated, but going to being even more elated when I see that DDD and deposit my bank…hehehehehhe

    Good night gf, now I can sleep a little better now that some movement is going on.

    I hoe this entire crew…get ours at the same time…wouldn’t the be awesome :-).

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    • Hello Jazzy. I just got an error message that read. “We have received your return and it is being processed”. Also the amount that I am owed on my refund is available now. What the heck does this mean? I need help PLEASE!!! Lol

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  35. Born Tired, read the post for ameilia and try the same thing I told her and see if they will tell you something. ok.

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  36. ameilia, when you call in the morning tell them you got a message on the WMR that instructed you to call. Say, you don’t recall what the code was but you needed to call because there is a problem processing your return. Bet you they will look it at…let me know how it goes..ok.

    that is just a little trick we learn last year and it worked like a charm everytime…(wink wink)

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  37. Tonda, I think it means DDD anyday now…at least I hope so. Well I am still giving it until the 18th before I start crying..lol. I am going to check my transcript in the morning and see if I get that 846 code. I will keep you all posted.

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  38. Wow, I thought I was lost…got nervous for a minute; thought you all was hiding from me because I talked to much…lol. Andy gave us a makeover..lol. Glad to see you all again :-). Got an update for you guys. I spoke to IRS again around 2pm. She was a sweet old lady name Ms. Perry, she wanted to talk to me all day, actually I had to make her get off the phone and go back to work..hehehehehhehehe.

    Here’s the scoop. I ask her these specific questions:

    1. Can you look at my return and tell me if anything is wrong that will prevent releasing my return over the next (4) days. Answer: Nothing, your return looks good.
    2. When are you releasing it? Answer: We are releasing them today started at 7:am, check the WMR starting tomorrow thru Saturday for a DDD.
    3. Will I get it before the 27th? Answer, it all depends on the Treasury and the banks process; but yes you could see it in your account before the 27th.
    4. Do you know if they will process as first in and first out? Answer: We did not get any instruction regarding that but I would think the earlier you filed the sooner you would get it.
    5. When you get the PATH msg do that mean you are Processed. Answer: She ask me, do you have the PATH msg now? I said yes, she said then you that mean the return is complete and is processed.
    6. So, nothing is going to hold me back? No, you will see updates on the WMR starting tomorrow…till the 18th.

    With that being said I am going to just chill out and wait until the 18th before I freak out again. I will post any updates when I see any movement.

    NOW: If anyone know they have CHANGES from the last previous (3) years; or offsets, Obamcare Form, new address, new dependents, educational credits, owe IRS. Then you need to contact them because all refunds with the PATH message will NOT be automatically release, they can still be under some review or hold for whatever reasons.

    Only you will know or have some concerns if you had any of the possibilities listed above that could cause some delay or concern. You should be on the phone now until 7pm checking for yourself to ease your mind.

    If you don’t have any special issues – then you should be fine and will be getting a DDD by the 18th. Only way your refund will be deposited by the 27th or after will be due to processing.

    EXCERPT:
    The IRS said Tuesday that the page will be updated with projected deposit dates for early EITC and ACTC refund filers a few days after Wednesday, February 15. Before February 18, some taxpayers may see a projected deposit date or an intermittent message that the IRS is processing their return.

    Due to differing time frames with financial institutions, weekends and the Presidents Day holiday, these refunds likely will not start arriving in bank accounts or on debit cards until the week of February 27, if there are no processing issues with the return and the taxpayer chose direct deposit.

    Disclaimer: I AM NOT AN IRS TAX EXPERT; I JUST ACT LIKE ONE….LOL.

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    • Well it changed alright but I cant hi w my transcript online so don’t know if I have 846 code my cycle was 20170405 with 2/13 processing date jazzy can you help.

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    • I checked this morning and o got tax return received and being processed.. Yesterday I had bars.. Today nothing…. Help

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    • Hello I’m new here! I’ve been getting great answers just by reading. I e filed February 17 and was told I was excepted on February 18 or 19, I know it was a weekend and Mon the 20th was President Day. My bar is still at the first bar saying they received it and it’s being processed with no codes or anything. Should I be worried or just wait a little longer? I’m just anxious because I need the money?

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      • Welcome Rachelle,

        E-file acceptance date does not match the IRS acceptance date. They are usually of anywhere from 2-4 days. If you talk to IRS they will tell you that didn’t actually get it until the 23-24. Can you view your transcript online? If you are able to pull up the “account” transcript that will let you know they are actually processing…if you can tell me the codes you see on the “account” transcript I will be able to give you a little more insight on what may be going on. Now, what I am concerned about is that you don’t even see Topic 152. If you have a hardship, you can contact an advocate and they will pull up your return and tell you if anything is holding up the process. You can also call the IRS and tell them you don’t have any codes they are missing on the WMR and you would like to know what is going on; and tell them to Fill out the 911 Request form for an advocate to contact you due to a hardship. That may get them to at least look into it; since it has not be 21 days…(which they only give you script they have to read). There may not be any need to worry just yet. You may see movement this weekend. If not, then I would say I would kinda worry a little bit, because they are moving faster on those who filed after the 15th…within 10 business day…If you are weekly you could see an update this weekend…I need to know your cycle number from the transcript to determine if you are daily/weekly filer.

        Also, try checking the offset lines, if they say you have one and it has been taken it will give you a DDD.

        Here are the numbers I want you to try ok?

        Where’s My Refund can inform the Individual taxpayer if the IRS received the original return, and the projected date of the refund. Automated systems are not available for business taxpayers. DO NOT offer the toll free refund hot line, 1-800-829-1954,

        IRS Speak to Live Rep – (800) 829-0582 Ext. 652

        Transcript: 800-908-9946 – you can contact them also to pull up your transcript; tell them you need it for school. Only if you are not able to pull it up online yourself first. Ask if they see any codes listed on the account transcript.

        https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-return-transcript-types-and-ways-to-order-them?

        Offset number – (800) 304-3107

        Tax Advocate Hotline – 1-877-777-4778

        Hope this help, and keep me posted; there are a lot of other avenues we can explore ok.

        Good luck

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      • Thanks so much! I did forget to mention though I do have the 152 topic message and all my personal information, would that make a difference?

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        • Rachelle

          Yes, that makes a huge different. Then you are ok, nothing to worry about at this time. I think you will be seeing some type of movement by this weekend; a change in the message on the WMR or an actually DDD next week either for the 8th or 10th. If you don’t then we should look into reasons why.

          So, give it a little more time. Most people who filed after the 15th; was getting approved for DDD within 10 days. It appears since the holiday and weekend which IRS does not process or update; it actually has been only apprx. 5 business days since they started processing your return. Remember it is at least 2 business days off from e file acceptance and IRS acceptance due to IRS has 2 business days to open incoming correspondence before it is passed on to the appropriate section for processing returns.

          Let me know what happens after this weekend…ok.

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