How To Check On Your Tax Refund

Are you expecting a tax refund this year? Whether you file your return online or submit the paperwork by mail, you can track your refund online with the Internal Revenue Service's "Where's My Refund" tool.

The tool allows you to track the dates your tax return was received, your refund approved, and  your refund issued. You can start tracking your refund 24 hours after you submit your return electronically. If you mail in your return, the information is available four weeks after you file. The information is updated daily. Here is the direct link to check your refund status: https://sa.www4.irs.gov/irfof/lang/en/irfofgetstatus.jsp 

You will need to have your Social Security number, the amount you are expecting to be refunded, and your filing status.

The IRS states that you will receive your refund faster if you opt for direct deposit over mail.

You can also check your refund status using the IRS mobile app, IRS2go. Find out more about the app.