Taxpayers expecting federal deposits near $2,000 are increasingly noticing slower processing and additional review steps, leading to questions about why these amounts attract closer attention. This article explains how and why the Internal Revenue Service routes certain refunds for manual checks, what triggers these reviews, and what filers should realistically expect during the process. Why … Read more
In early 2026, many taxpayers expecting refunds above $2,000 are noticing longer review times compared with smaller refunds, leading to frustration and confusion. This slowdown is not random. It reflects how the Internal Revenue Service prioritizes accuracy, fraud prevention, and credit verification during peak filing periods. This article explains why larger refunds face extra scrutiny … Read more
In early 2026, many taxpayers are noticing that IRS refunds above $1,500 are taking longer than expected to clear, even when returns are filed electronically. This delay has raised concerns about processing rules, verification checks, and whether larger refunds face extra scrutiny. This article explains why higher refund amounts often move more slowly, what’s normal … Read more