Why is it that the IRS can send me a letter and tell me I have to wait 60 days when they want us to do our taxes by April 15. I am confused as to why I’m waiting so long

tammy1023 · ‎June 1, 2019

Kat · ‎June 1, 2019

The IRS is reviewing your return and checking for accuracy before issuing a refund. The wait time is established by the IRS through the power given to them by Congress.

The April 15 filing deadline is a "fixed" date, though many taxpayers file for an "extension", which allows a later date for filing.

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