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March 14, 2023

Over the last few years, identity theft related to taxes has exploded. In order to reduce possible losses from identity theft, Congress passed a law that forces the IRS to delay issuing refunds for people claiming certain deductions (the ones most likely used by identity thieves). Ex.  Delays For EITC and Child Tax Credit

 

 

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bluedeb
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bluedebAlumni - ChampAnswer
Alumni - Champ
March 14, 2023

Over the last few years, identity theft related to taxes has exploded. In order to reduce possible losses from identity theft, Congress passed a law that forces the IRS to delay issuing refunds for people claiming certain deductions (the ones most likely used by identity thieves). Ex.  Delays For EITC and Child Tax Credit

 

 

    Mike9241
    Level 15
    Mike9241Level 15
    Level 15
    March 14, 2023

    contact the iRS to find out why the delay, only they can provide the reason.   

    Mike9241
    deguzman-carolynAuthor
    Level 2
    March 14, 2023

    I filed 01/25 but have not received it. No information given. They do not have customer service

    bluedeb
    Alumni - Champ
    bluedebAlumni - Champ
    Alumni - Champ
    March 14, 2023

    Have you checked the IRS website, Where's My Refund?  It has information regarding your return/refund.  Was your return accepted?

    https://www.irs.gov/refunds

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