Check your refund status
After we file your return, use these official links to track exactly where your money is, federal and Michigan state.
Refund trackers
Both links go directly to the official government refund tracking tools. No third-party sites.
Federal refund
IRS Where's My Refund: irs.gov
The IRS updates refund status once per day, usually overnight. Your refund status becomes available within 24 hours of e-filing. Most federal refunds are issued within 21 days of the IRS accepting your return.
Michigan state refund
Michigan Department of Treasury: michigan.gov
Michigan state refunds typically take 2 to 3 weeks after e-filing. Processing times may be longer during peak season. The Michigan Treasury updates status information regularly throughout the day.
What you'll need to check
Have these three pieces of information ready before you visit either tracker.
Social Security Number
Your SSN or ITIN as it appears on your return
Filing status
Single, Married Filing Jointly, Head of Household, etc.
Exact refund amount
The exact dollar amount shown on your filed return
Not sure of your exact refund amount? Check your copy of your filed return. We always send you a copy through the client portal once your return is filed. If you can't find it, reach out and we'll resend it.
Typical refund timeline
Here's what to expect after we file your return electronically.
We e-file
Your return is transmitted to the IRS electronically.
IRS accepts
Usually within 24 to 48 hours. You'll receive confirmation through your portal.
Refund processing
The IRS processes most refunds within 21 days of acceptance.
Refund issued
Direct deposit typically arrives 1 to 5 days after the IRS issues it.
Refund taking longer than 21 days? This can happen if your return requires additional review, contains errors, or was flagged for identity verification. Contact us and we can help you investigate through our IRS practitioner access.
Questions about your refund?
We have direct IRS practitioner access and can look into refund delays on your behalf. Just reach out.
