{"id":28537,"date":"2023-03-03T19:10:39","date_gmt":"2023-03-04T00:10:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.eztaxreturn.com\/?p=28537"},"modified":"2023-06-02T19:09:12","modified_gmt":"2023-06-03T00:09:12","slug":"why-your-tax-refund-may-be-delayed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.eztaxreturn.com\/blog\/why-your-tax-refund-may-be-delayed\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Is My Tax Refund Delayed?"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

With the average refund<\/a> totaling around $3,000, you probably can\u2019t wait for yours to show up.\u00a0 Most families rely on their refund to build their savings, pay off debt or cover day-to-day expenses.\u00a0 Fortunately, the IRS<\/a> expects to issue most refunds within 21 days if you e-file and opt for direct deposit.\u00a0 However, there are several reasons why your tax refund is delayed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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You made a mistake on your return<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

When you do your taxes, it\u2019s important that you provide accurate information.\u00a0 Making even a simple mistake can delay your tax refund.\u00a0 The best way to minimize errors on your return is to use tax software like ezTaxReturn.com<\/a>.\u00a0 The program will guide you step-by-step, asking simple questions about your income, expenses and itemized deductions.\u00a0 All you have to do is enter the information exactly as it appears on your tax documents, and they\u2019ll handle the forms and math.\u00a0 Always double-check your entries to ensure you entered the correct information in the appropriate boxes and didn\u2019t forget anything.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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You owe money<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Although your return may say that you\u2019re entitled to a refund, the IRS has the authority to keep some or all your refund to pay certain debts.\u00a0 They can seize your refund for things like past-due federal taxes, state taxes, child support and federal student loan debt.\u00a0 If there is any money remaining after paying your debt, you\u2019ll receive the balance via direct deposit or a check in the mail.\u00a0 You\u2019ll receive an IRS notice if your refund has been seized for federal taxes.\u00a0 All other offsets will be handled by the Treasury Department\u2019s Bureau of the Fiscal Service (BFS).<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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The direct deposit information you entered was incorrect<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Returning ezTaxReturn customers can have their direct deposit information imported from last year\u2019s return.\u00a0 If you recently switched banks, you must update your bank account and routing numbers to ensure your refund goes to the correct place.\u00a0 The easiest way to find your numbers is to look at the bottom of your personal check.\u00a0 The 9-digit number on the left is your routing number.\u00a0 Immediately next to it is your account number.\u00a0 If you miss a digit and the IRS is unable to deposit your refund, they may issue a paper check to the address listed on your return instead.\u00a0 In the event that your refund is deposited into someone else\u2019s account, you\u2019ll need to work with your bank to get your money back.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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You mailed your return<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

When you file a paper return, it always takes longer to get your refund.\u00a0 And now the wait time has increased due the IRS backlog.\u00a0 You may find yourself waiting 6 months or more for your return to be processed. The best way to avoid tax refund delays is to e-file online and set up direct deposit.\u00a0 In most cases, you\u2019ll get your tax refund within 21 days.\u00a0 File now at ezTaxReturn.com<\/a>.\u00a0 It\u2019s fast, ez and stress-free.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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The IRS suspects identity theft or fraud<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

If the IRS suspects that your identity has been stolen and used to file a fraudulent return, they won\u2019t issue the refund until they can confirm it\u2019s really you.\u00a0 You\u2019ll most likely receive a 5071C or 6331C letter providing instructions on how to verify your identity.\u00a0 Filers have the option of calling the number provided in the letter or using the Identity Verification Service on the IRS website.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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With the average refund totaling around $3,000, you probably can\u2019t wait for yours to show up.\u00a0 Most families rely on their refund to build their savings, pay off debt or cover day-to-day expenses.\u00a0 Fortunately, the IRS expects to issue most refunds within 21 days if you e-file and opt for direct deposit.\u00a0 However, there are […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":32468,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-28537","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tax-tips-and-planning"],"yoast_head":"\nWhy Is My Tax Refund Delayed?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"The IRS issues most tax refund within 21 days. 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