It’s March – Do You Know Where Your Tax Refund Is?

So how can you get your return faster? E-file with direct deposit is the fastest way to get your federal tax refund; the IRS processes and issues most refunds within three weeks (21 days). By comparison, mailing in a paper return can mean a six- to eight-week wait for your refund to be processed and delivered, and you have to wait four weeks before you can check the status of a return sent via snail mail.

Different factors may affect the timing of your refund after the IRS receives your return. Even though most refunds are issued in fewer than 21 days, it’s possible your refund may take longer. You must also take into consideration the time it takes for your financial institution to post the refund to your account, or for you to receive it by mail. Using the tools listed below, it's possible to check on the status of a tax refund from the Internal Revenue Service:

Track Your Status with MyJH

Join MyJH not only to organize important tax documents, but to track the status of your refund in real time, 24/7.

Go Mobile with the IRS

One of IRS's most popular online features gives you information about your federal income tax refund. The tool tracks your refund's progress.

Ring the Hotline

If you have further questions about the status of your return, you can also call the IRS Tax Assistance Hotline: 1-800-829-1040 (open Monday through Friday, from 7:00am to 10:00pm local time). Remember, IRS service representatives cannot provide tax refund information until 21 days have passed since your return was e-filed. Be prepared to wait, or call early in the morning for shortest wait and hold times.

Your taxes and your money are very important, and your tax return is likely to be the single most important financial transaction for your year. Look out for your refund; it’s likely on the way! #JHTaxesDone

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