Hi Tyson4030,
Unfortunately, there is no easy answer to your question. The cynical (yet somewhat true) answer is that the IRS is the government and can do anything they want to.
The good news, is that if more than 45 days have passed since you filed, they will pay you interest on your overpayment (currently 7%).
Since the IRS can be most infuriating, it is best to follow up with them often to make sure that you have not fallen into the bureaucratic cracks. If they assigned you a taxpayer advocate, I would definitely avail yourself of their services.
So best advice is to get in touch with your advocate and have them follow up often. And no, it does not always take 180 days. So keep politely following up with your advocate, and remember that the interest you ultimately receive from the IRS is also taxable and has to be reported as income in the year that you receive it.
I hope this helps!!
Marty
**Say "Thanks" by clicking the thumb icon in a post
**Mark the post that answers your question by clicking on "Mark as Best Answer"
