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But what happens if you wait and wait for yourtax refund and it never arrives?

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Here are the things youll want to know, and the steps youll need to take.

But you arent alone.

The IRS has millions of tax refunds to process, and it operates on a set timetable.

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This involves doing whats known as a refund trace.

Before you do so, theIRS highly recommendsthat you double-check youve provided it with your correct bank information.

There, you will either use the automated service or speak with a live individual.

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Best of all, its services are completely free of charge.

you’re able to drop a line to the TAS at (877) 777-4778.

Further information is available atwww.taxpayeradvocate.irs.gov.

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What About Missing State Tax Refunds?

In addition to federal tax refunds, state tax refunds can go missing, as well.

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