Track Your Tax Refund: A Step-by-Step Guide for Federal & State Returns

Paying taxes may not be fun, but tracking your refund doesn’t have to be confusing. At Accru Group, we’re here to make the process easy. Here’s how to check your refund status and stay on top of your tax returns.

1. Check Your Federal Refund

Filed your taxes and waiting for your refund? Use the IRS “Where’s My Refund?” tool to check its status:

✔️ Processing
✔️ Approved
✔️ Sent

Track Your Federal Refund Here 

Amended Return?
If you’ve filed a correction, use the “Where’s My Amended Return?” tool:

Track Your Amended Federal Return

2. Track Your State Refund

Federal refunds are only half the picture—if you’re expecting a state refund, you’ll need to check with your state’s tax office. Here are some quick links:

📍 California – Track Your CA Refund
📍 New York – Track Your NY Refund
📍 Other States – Search for “[Your State] tax refund tracker.”

3. Pro Tips for Faster Refund Tracking

✔️ Have Your Info Ready – You’ll need your Social Security Number, filing status, and refund amount.
✔️ Be Patient – The IRS updates e-filed returns within 24 hours, but mailed returns take longer.
✔️ Check Once a Week – Avoid refreshing every few minutes; refunds take time.