After you file

The message on the refund site will change from time to time as your return is being processed.   For now, you know they have your return so you just have to wait patiently.   You say you have CTC and EIC---so do not expect your refund earlier than early March.

 

If you are getting earned income credit on line 27 or additional child tax credit on line 28 You are subject to the delay required by the PATH act.  Do not expect your refund earlier than early March

 

https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/irs-tax-return/what-is-the-path-act-and-how-may-it-impact-your-...

 

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