The bars will go missing from time to time as your return progresses thru the pipeline and this is perfectly normal... do not freak out.
Does
Where’s My Refund? always display my refund status with the tracker showing
three steps?
No.
In some cases the tracker graphic will not be shown if your return is being
reviewed prior to step two: “Refund Approved,” and instead an explanation or
instructions will be provided depending on the situation. This can happen even
if you previously checked Where’s My Refund? and it showed the
status as “Return Received” along with the tracker. In these cases be assured
that we have your tax return and we are processing it. Please follow the
directions provided by Where’s My Refund? . Otherwise if we
need more information we will contact you – usually by mail. If we send you a
letter about your return, please follow the instructions in the letter as soon
as possible.
You
can check the status of your refund via Where's My Refund? According to the IRS, more than 9 out of 10 refunds
are processed in 21 days or less. Also, see 2018 Tax Season Refund Frequently Asked Questions.
Watch
this video as this guy is spot on and keep in mind that the IRS budget for
these return processors like “Tom” has been reduced every year so there are
fewer of them to work these pulled returns. Remember you are just under review
at this point, you are NOT being audited. That is a totally separate process
and you will be informed by mail of the situation and given time to respond.
