Announcements IRS Announces E-file Opens January 19: Be One of the First in Line for Your Tax Refund Read the Article Open Share Drawer Share this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window) Written by TurboTaxBlogTeam Published Dec 23, 2015 - [Updated Mar 30, 2019] 1 min read The IRS announced this week that it will begin accepting e-filed tax returns on Tuesday, January 19, 2016. TurboTax will begin accepting e-filed returns starting January 4, and will securely hold them until the IRS starts accepting them on the 19th – putting you first in line for your tax refund! Last year, about 3 out of 4 of taxpayers received a tax refund, and the average federal tax refund was about $2,800. We know that your tax refund can make a big difference in your financial life, whether you need to pay down debt or want to save for an unexpected expense. With more than four out of five Americans preparing their tax returns with software, e-file with direct deposit is the fastest way to get your tax refund. The IRS anticipates issuing more than nine out of 10 federal federal refunds in less than 21 days! Stay tuned to the TurboTax blog this tax season to get the latest news for all things taxes and saving money. Check out our top 10 steps to take before 2015 ends to increase your refund in 2016! Previous Post Supreme Court Rules Marriage Equality in All States Further Simplifying… Next Post How Will You Be Taxed If You Win the Powerball… Written by TurboTaxBlogTeam More from TurboTaxBlogTeam One response to “IRS Announces E-file Opens January 19: Be One of the First in Line for Your Tax Refund” So if i do my taxes jan 3 2015 with turbo tax they will save my info and the start day jan 19 2015 my taxes will be one of the first to go through. Also is the ira doing any test and taking any taxes earlier than jan 19 2015. I did them jan 1 so i guess im a wait ro see what happens. Turbo tax said i have a good start now i have to wait till my forms come then i will be finished. They will email when the form come ak they can finish Reply Leave a ReplyCancel reply Browse Related Articles Tax Tips TurboTax Up to 5-Day Early Refund Option: What You Need to Know Tax Help How to File a Business Tax Extension: Deadlines, Forms, and Penalties Tax Tips The White Lotus Tax Lessons: Navigating Gift Taxes, Lump Sum Payouts, Hush Money, and the IRS Tax Questions What Day Are Taxes Due? April 15! How to File for a Tax Extension or Pay Taxes Online Tax Questions What Happens If You File Your Taxes Wrong? Late Filing Penalties, Interest, and More Tax Questions What’s Tax Deductible? A Guide to Mortgage Interest, Long-Term Care, Funeral Expenses, Student Loans, and Roth IRA Contributions Tax Questions Is it Better to Get Your Taxes Done or Do Them Yourself? (And Other Tax Questions Answered) Tax Forms What is a 1099-K Form? How to Report Payments on Your Tax Return (2024) Tax Forms What is a 1099 Form? A Guide to Understanding Your Tax Obligations Income Tax by State Wisconsin State Income Tax in 2025: A Guide
So if i do my taxes jan 3 2015 with turbo tax they will save my info and the start day jan 19 2015 my taxes will be one of the first to go through. Also is the ira doing any test and taking any taxes earlier than jan 19 2015. I did them jan 1 so i guess im a wait ro see what happens. Turbo tax said i have a good start now i have to wait till my forms come then i will be finished. They will email when the form come ak they can finish Reply