HIgher Refund

[Little22Cher]

How can I find our why our Federal Refund is higher than what we E-Filled?  

It was E-Filled on 5/4/21 with a refund of $8,189.00.  Within a week it was flagged for review.  We tried calling the number listed twice a month and could never get anyone to answer.

On 9/1/21 we received a deposit of $4,291.37 and another one for $3,992.22 on 9/15/21.  The total of these two is $94.59 more than our refund.  

[VolvoGirl]

Don't know why they sent it in 2 parts.  Both from the IRS?  One isn't for your state?  The $94 could be interest on it.  If it is interest you will need to report it on next year's return.  

[Critter-3]

99.9% chance this was added interest for the delay in processing ... in January the IRS will send a letter letting you know this was taxable interest to report on the 2021 return ... expect it and don't be afraid to open the envelope. 

[Little22Cher]

Yes, both were from the IRS. We already received our State refund. The two deposits added together were $94 higher than our Federal refund. 

[Little22Cher]

Thank you... I'll be watching for it 🤓