2019 Early Refund w/ EITC

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January 29, 2020
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I have heard from 3 different people that they have already received their tax refund by direct deposit. All 3 people claim the EITC and the ACTC. I thought those weren't sent until after Feb 15. Anyone know how this is possible or why some have already gotten it?

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TiffanyL

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Although we can't be sure what was filed on those individual's returns, the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act (PATH Act) prevents the IRS from issuing early refunds on any tax return that claims the Earned Income Tax Credit (EIC) and/or Additional Child Tax Credit. The link below can provide you with some information on this PATH Act:

PATH Act

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herrera2536Author

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Exactly what I thought but nevertheless all 3 claimed both EITC and ACTC and still received their refund early. So PATH didnt prevent it and I was wondering if anyone knew why. I know all 3 filed with H&R Block which was the common denominator so to speak. If that's the reason why, I know who I'm filing with next year.