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New Member
posted Feb 25, 2026 6:23:35 PM

Where is my refund?

I filed my taxes in January 2026 and I say to pay the TurboTax fee through Refund. The IRS confirmed the refund was issued to my TurboTax account on February 11, 2026, but TurboTax says it can't track it and hasn't sent it yet. I don't even know who to ask. Next year, I'll probably have to file my taxes through an accountant, even though it's expensive.

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Employee Tax Expert
Feb 26, 2026 6:11:18 AM

Your refund may have been offset. The IRS and state governments can intercept refunds to pay for certain past-due debts (such as back taxes, child support, or student loans).

 

How to check for an offset:

 

  • The IRS Hotline: Call (800) 304-3107 for automated details regarding tax offsets.
  • Official Notice: You will typically receive a letter in the mail explaining the specific debt and the amount withheld.

 

If you used "Pay with Refund": 

 

If the IRS "Where’s My Refund" tool shows your funds were released but you haven't received them, please note that Intuit does not hold these funds. You will need to contact the Santa Barbara Tax Products Group (SBTPG) directly:

 

New Member
Feb 26, 2026 6:32:15 PM

I checked on SBTPG and  they says was returned to  TURBO TAX accounsbtpg.jpgREFUND ACCOUNT.jpgIRS.jpg터보택스.jpgt. What should I do in this case?

Employee Tax Expert
Feb 27, 2026 10:35:10 AM

Your refund may have been offset. The IRS and state governments can intercept refunds to pay for certain past-due debts (such as back taxes, child support, or student loans).

 

How to check for an offset:

 

  • The IRS Hotline: Call (800) 304-3107 for automated details regarding tax offsets.
  • Official Notice: You will typically receive a letter in the mail explaining the specific debt and the amount withheld.

 

If you used "Pay with Refund": 

 

If the IRS "Where’s My Refund" tool shows your funds were released but you haven't received them, please note that Intuit does not hold these funds. You will need to contact the Santa Barbara Tax Products Group (SBTPG) directly: