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04/01/2026

02/12/2026

Paper checks were neato, but now we have a faster way to get you your refund. Direct deposit is the bees’ knees. You can get your refund in 21 days or less. If you need to make a payment, our electronic payment options are nifty. Paying electronically is like greased lightening and helps you avoid penalties and interest.

Get ready to make your payments burn rubber. Visit www.irs.gov/modernpayments.

02/10/2026

🚨 TAX REFUND ALERT 🚨💸📲

Next week is when refunds really start moving, so let me educate you before the panic posts take over 👀👇🏽

🔓 PATH ACT IS LIVE
If you claimed:
👶🏽 Dependents
💰 Earned Income Credit (EIC)
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC)

Your refund has been on a legal IRS hold. That hold is lifting. This happens every single year. Once PATH goes live, refunds release in waves 🌊 not all at once.

📈 REFUND MOVEMENT YOU’LL START SEEING
✅ Transcripts updating
✅ Status changing to Approved
✅ Deposit dates populating
✅ Banks showing pending deposits

This is the normal IRS process not delays, not problems, not errors.

🏦 EARLY DEPOSIT EXPLAINED ⏩💵
Some banks allow tax professionals to see upcoming refund deposits up to 5 days in advance. That means we can see the deposit is scheduled before it actually hits your account and notify our clients ahead of time.

This does NOT mean the IRS paid you early.
It means the bank already has the deposit.

So if someone gets paid before you, that does NOT mean something is wrong 🙅🏽‍♀️

🛑 IMPORTANT REMINDERS
• Refunds are released in batches
• WMR updates once per day 🔄
• Banks post deposits differently 🏦
• Approved ≠ instant deposit ⏳

📌Next week is about movement. If you filed correctly and claimed PATH credits, your refund is in motion.

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Because next week… refunds are about to get REAL LOUD 💸🔥
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02/06/2026

📢 EITC & ACTC Refund Update – What You Need to Know

If you claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC), here’s the latest on when to expect your refund:

✅ You can expect your refund by March 2 if:

1. You filed your return electronically or with a professional that files electronically
2. You selected direct deposit as your form of payment
3. You are in full compliance meaning no Identity Verification needed & there’s no missing info or holds on your refund

Some taxpayers may see their refunds earlier than some,that dont have certain credits. For most early EITC/ACTC filers, Where’s My Refund should show an updated status by February 21.

💡 Keep in mind:
Your bank or card provider may need extra time to post your refund. Many financial institutions don’t process deposits on weekends or holidays, so timing can vary.

🔒 Why refunds are held
By law, EITC and ACTC refunds can’t be issued before mid-February. This hold applies to your entire refund, not just the credit portion.
If more information is needed, you’ll receive a letter.

📲 How to track your refund

🔹 Your Online IRS Account
https://www.irs.gov/payments/online-account-for-individuals

🔹 Where’s My Refund
https://www.irs.gov/wheres-my-refund

🔹 IRS2Go App
https://www.irs.gov/help/irs2goapp

Refund statuses update once daily, usually overnight, so checking more than once a day won’t speed things up but it can very well hinder things

If you have questions or need help reviewing your return, we’re here to help

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1-844-829-2083
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02/05/2026

If you have questions about the new One, Big, Beautiful Bill, you can find answers in places like IRS.gov/help, IRS.gov/ITA, Publication 17 and more. Take advantage of these tools to learn more about how these changes could affect tax return filing. https://ow.ly/MEQB50XWbF6

01/20/2026

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01/08/2026

As gets closer, you might consider hiring a to do your taxes. Free resources explain what differentiates one preparer from another and even share what red flags to watch out for. An IRS directory of preparers lists credentials and select qualifications to help you choose the right fit for you. Working with the right person can help reduce your tax bill or possibly get a refund.

Find the right tax professional for you at www.irs.gov/chooseataxpro.

01/08/2026

Many hobbies can be a source of fun and finances. If you earn money from your hobby, the offers guidance and tips to help you determine if your project is a hobby or business for tax purposes.

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