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When Does Tax Season 2027 Start? Deadlines and Refund Timing

The IRS hasn't announced the 2027 opening day yet, but it has opened on a Monday between Jan. 23 and Jan. 29 for five straight years, and announces the date in early January. Your 2026 return is due Thursday, April 15, 2027, and most e-filed direct-deposit refunds arrive within 21 days.

Tax Prep Helpline TeamOctober 4, 2026 8 min read

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How Long Does an Amended Return Take? The Real 1040-X Timeline

The IRS says amended returns take up to 16 weeks — here's the realistic timeline stage by stage, how to track a 1040-X with Where's My Amended Return, what the CP21 and CP22A notices mean when they finally arrive, and when a delay is long enough to escalate.

Tax Prep Helpline TeamSeptember 9, 2026 3 min read

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