Tax Experts Explain Why Refunds Get Delayed — and What To Do If Yours Is Missing

At this time of the year, it’s not uncommon for taxpayers to rush to file their tax return, eager to receive a refund as soon as possible. But what happens when the expected deposit doesn’t show up? These are some of the most common reasons tax refunds get delayed, according to tax experts, and what to do if yours is missing. Also see three money experts’ advice on what to do with your tax refund this year. Errors or Mismatches Errors on tax returns are the most common cause of delays. “Taxpayers shou ...