I got a direct deposit to my account today in the exact amount of my refund! Turbotax says my refund is not expected until the 19th. Has it come early? Safe to spend?

[ModestaL]

Yes, if the IRS deposited your refund into your account then, it's safe to spend. Usually, the IRS expects most refunds to be received within 21 days from the time a return has been accepted and a refund option is selected. However, sometimes it's processed earlier than expected.

Here's a link with more information regarding refund processing times: https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/get-ready-for-taxes-plan-ahead-for-2018-filing-season-to-avoid-refund-d...