Why is my return status ready to mail?

[betzerji]

My federal and state return status are showing as "Ready to mail". I mailed my return papers over a week ago. Is there are reason why their status is ready to mail?

[Michelena]

Where’s My Refund? will give you the status of your refund 4 weeks after you’ve mailed a paper return. It has the most up to date information about your refund.