Comments on: IRS Accepting E-files: File Your Taxes Today!

By: mirvineclp

mirvineclp — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 23:11:06 +0000

Thanks Karen. Right after I posted, I saw that one of the forms I need to file is on the March list. I guess I have a little more waiting to do.

By: Dave

Dave — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 21:15:05 +0000

Guys…
You not going believe this one!!!! I submitted my e-file on the 14th (because I had an 8863..and somehow “they” flubbed up and software wasn’t up to date to handle these til after 2/14). Anyway. Didn’t even get accepted til 18th. Guess what?? NOW….they are telling me (agent id with IRS #0160675) that there will be an ADDITIONAL 2 week delay.. what the heck????? It is already almost a month later than last year.. WHY do we even pay for -efile
BECAUSE WE WANT IT DONE FAST… guess what? We are not getting that. The IRS has somehow messed up and delays may be mid-March now before we get refunds.. Oh yeah..some will eeeek..through..But he told me MOST will be an additional 2 week delay!

By: TurboTax KarenL

TurboTax KarenL — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 20:12:12 +0000

Hi mirvineclp – There are other IRS delayed forms as well. If you have passive losses (such as a rental property), or energy credits…are just two examples. This is the direct link to the other IRS forms that are still pending: http://www.irs.gov/uac/Newsroom/List-of-IRS-forms-that-1040-filers-can-begin-filing-in-late-February-or-into-March-2013 You might want to check with the IRS to see the status they have. Don’t refile once it’s been submitted as you should only file once. Here is the number to contact the IRS directly via phone at 800-829-1040 (there are likely to be high wait times). Hope this helps… Thanks, Karen

By: Kris

Kris — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 17:34:25 +0000

The IRS began accepting returns with form 8863 on Feb 14, I still do not have notification that my return e-filed Feb 1 has been accepted. Please advise.

By: mirvineclp

mirvineclp — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 16:27:07 +0000

I submitted my return on 2/9 and still have not received confirmation that my federal return was accepted. My state return was accepted within 2 days. I did my brother’s taxes on 2/18 and his federal return was accepted within 2 days. What is the hold-up with mine. I did not have any education credits. The only thing different this year was my wife did some freelance work. Is this a TurboTax issue? Should I try to refile?

By: R Scott

R Scott — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 20:39:21 +0000

February 6th was a Wednesday – I only mention it because it is the same day I did mine – it was accepted the same day and the only message I receive up to and including today is the generic 21 day message – I thought it was something that was done relatively quickly – I guess not this year.

By: TurboTaxLisa

TurboTaxLisa — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 06:10:26 +0000

Hi John,
If you had form 8863 with education credits or form 4562, the IRS could not accept them until 2/14 and 2/10 respectively. Please see the IRS announcement of delayed forms
http://www.irs.gov/uac/Newsroom/IRS-To-Accept-Tax-Returns-with-Education-Credits,-Depreciation-Next-Week
If you did not have these forms or the other forms listed on the IRS announcement please see the IRS FAQ regarding processing times
http://www.irs.gov/uac/2012-Tax-Season-Refund-Frequently-Asked-Questions
Thank you,
Lisa Greene-Lewis

By: TurboTax KarenL

TurboTax KarenL — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 20:38:13 +0000

Hi george – I am sorry you are having difficulties. If you are still having the issue, you should call Turbo Tax tech support directly so they can see what is going on with your personal situation. Please click the link below and enter your question. Then, you will scroll down and be given the option to either Chat or Call in and talk to someone in the correct department to help you out.
https://turbotax.intuit.com/support/contact/
Thanks, Karen

By: TurboTax KarenL

TurboTax KarenL — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 20:34:51 +0000

Hello mrwilliamsgeorge – Each state sets its own schedule for processing tax returns, but sometimes situations change how they process returns. In know some states have delayed processing this year. While TurboTax works hard to have the latest information, state agencies are the source for refund information. Unfortunately, you will have to contact them directly. Here’s the link to track state refunds: http://turbotax.intuit.com/support/iq/Tax-Refund/When-will-I-get-my-tax-refund-/GEN12488.html Thank you, Karen

By: TurboTax KarenL

TurboTax KarenL — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 18:24:45 +0000

Hi Steven, You can file past tax returns with Turbo Tax, but the IRS requires that they are mailed in and cannot be e-filed. Here’s a link with information on filing prior year returns http://turbotax.intuit.com/support/iq/Issues-about-Prior-Year/Questions-About-Prior-Year-Returns-and-Software/GEN12108.html?_requestid=125687 Also, remember to use the same year software was the tax return you have to file. Thanks, Karen

By: John T

John T — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 15:14:59 +0000

TurboT received my return on 2-4-13, but after 10 days I still have not received TurboTax confirmation my return has been accepted by the IRS. Why not?

By: george

george — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 10:09:21 +0000

Im filing my tatxes on tt and on the last process it wont go thru it tells me to click try again if not exit and sign in again can someone help ?!

By: mrwilliamsgeorge

mrwilliamsgeorge — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 02:02:51 +0000

I filed my Washington, DC state taxes on 02.01.2013 and was accepted on 02.02.2013 and as of this date 02.13.2013 still processing. Why is this if anyone know? I filed my Federal taxes on 01.29.2013 and was accepted on 01.30.2013 it was in my bank to use 02.13.2013. I am trying to figure out what is going on with the DC state taxes

By: wonda

wonda — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 18:02:59 +0000

yes and so has my sister!!! both of us have education credit..everytime i check the system it states still being processed….

By: GH

GH — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 16:49:10 +0000

I have not efiled my taxes yet and they have form 8863 on them – I did however already pay turbotax to file my returns, both the state and federal – I did not file yet because I learned that turbotax is holding those returns that contain form 8863. What time can I efile my return to have it actually transmitted by turbotax to the irs? Is it going to be at midnight tonight? Also, since I already completed the taxes, is the correct form attached for the 8863 or do I need to go back in and remove it and redo the form before I efile? – I am reading that many people are getting messages that there is an error on their form 8863 that may be caused by turbotax not having the updated 8863 form initially in the system. When I reach the screen to efile my taxes turbotax displays a message stating that that my taxes will not be transmitted until the irs is ready to receive 8863 – when will turbotax actually transmit those files it is holding on to? I don’t feel comfortable efiling until I know it is actually going to transmit right away.

By: Kathy B.

Kathy B. — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 11:34:47 +0000

On my accepted forms where it normally gives me a specific day I will receive my refund it said the IRS will send refund within 21 days!

By: frank

frank — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 08:16:11 +0000

i e file on 1-2 and still pending now is almost 2 week can u tell me if is normal or not?

By: Steven L Knight Jr

Steven L Knight Jr — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 03:06:00 +0000

I have a question. Can I still file my past tax returns on this site??

By: Jesus

Jesus — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 20:58:07 +0000

I e-file my federal on the 31st of January and still have not been accepted by the IRS. I had form 4562. Any idea on when I should expect for the return to be accepted?

By: TurboTaxChristopherT

TurboTaxChristopherT — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 19:42:45 +0000

Hi Kathleen – Can you tell us please exactly who told you that it would take “at least 21 days” to get your refund? Thanks! –Christopher