The IRS announced today that it is holding $153.3 million in undelivered refund checks due to erroneous mailing addresses.  Could your refund be part of this gargantuan sum waiting to be claimed?  To find out, you can click on this link to access the “Where’s My Refund” page on the IRS website.   You will need to enter your social security number, filing status, and exact dollar amount of the refund shown on your tax return. 

 For the tech savvy, you can also download the free IRS2G application for your iPhone or android smartphone.  The application allows you to check your federal refund status and also provides tax tips.  The app requires the same information as the website link for obtaining your refund status.  If you haven’t received your federal refund, please follow one of these secure methods to look up your refund status. 

 One way to circumvent receiving a late refund for the quickly approaching 2011 tax filing season is to electronically file with direct deposit.  E-filing is a safe and easy way to file your tax return, reduces errors, speeds up refunds, and saves trees.

 Don’t let the IRS hold onto your money any longer – search today for your refund status and hopefully your piece of the $153.3 million will slide cheerfully into your pocket before the New Year!

 If you need assistance looking up your refund status or claiming your refund, or would like to learn more about the benefits of e-filing your tax return, please call me at 847-733-7195 or email me at kmcelroy@bkl-cpa.com.