Has anyone gotten IRS reference number 1201 and actually gotten a refund?
Q. Has anyone gotten IRS reference number 1201 and actually gotten a refund?
Asked by Lisa B - Fri Feb 13 21:52:31 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I had this code last year and got my refund about 8 weeks after I originally filed. Called many times was always told something different. One time they said there was nothing wrong but a big delay in processing most refunds and it affected mine. Had another person tell me I owed money, another saying I did not. I have got to the point of where I believe it when I see it. And in my case 2 months later and I did. A big refund could definitely flag the system if it is the first time having one that big or if there is something different this year than last year. So hopefully you get your refund. If you do though it will prob be much later than what they tell you or what the website says. Sorry... Good luck
Answered by ncblkgy - Sun Feb 15 04:56:50 2009

IRS reference number 1201?
Q. Anyone get this when waiting on there refund electronically? I did my taxes on taxact and it was suppose to be in my bank acct on Feb 27 2009. "Please mention reference number 1201 to the IRS Customer Service Representative."
Asked by jimandbarb_pa - Sat Feb 28 09:11:22 2009 - - 4 Answers - 1 Comments

A. To the best of my knowledge that code 1201 stands for offset their is a direct number you can call to see if you have any outstanding debts.Debts Recovery 1-800-304-3107 if their are debts owed the irs will deduct from your refund and disburst the rest of your refund to you it is considered a refund delay.But you will receive the rest of your refund.
Answered by Tonya E - Tue Mar 3 15:00:22 2009

reference number 1201 to the IRS?
Q. Has anyone received there return after reference number 1201? I filed 01/29 2009, and March 7th received a CP05 letter, my code has been 1201 since, I have called many, many times telling me different things, from you file was corrupted and it looks OK, now to it is being reviewed, and that I have to wait another 30 days. Has anyone received their refund after this???
Asked by Charles S - Sun May 17 05:38:58 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Charles: The reason you continue to get varying answers is because code 1201 is a generic code and can be for many different reasons. I had a client finally get a refund this past week but that does not mean you will get yours in the same amount of time (7 weeks) because your code 1201 is probably different. This advice was prepared based on our understanding of the tax law in effect at the time it was written as it applies to the facts that you provided. Click on my profile to read more. Errol Quinn Enrolled Agent Master Tax Advisor
Answered by hrblockerrolquinn - Sun May 17 10:46:10 2009

What does REFERENCE NUMBER 1201 on my 2008 federal refund status means? ?
Q. Here are some more details... Refund Status Results There is a delay in processing your tax return. For more information, please continue. If you have questions or need additional information, please have the following on hand when you call: A copy of this page. A copy of your tax return. The Social Security Number, Filing Status, and refund amount claimed on your return. Any notice that you have received concerning your refund. Please mention reference number 1201 to the IRS Customer Service Representative. IRS Hours of Service: Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Call: 1-800-829-0582, when asked for an extension, enter 462. From outside the US call 215-516-2000. TTY/TDD: 1-800-829-4059 I called them up and the code 1201… [cont.]
Asked by steve d - Fri Jan 30 01:09:56 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I also got this code. I was suppose to get my refund on 2/3. The guy I spoke with at the IRS said that on Wed. morning they got a new upgrade to there computers and it has to do with the processing. He said my check is scheduled to be mailed out on the 6th. I informed him that I requested Direct Deposit. He checked it again and said yea it is checked off next to Direct Deposit but hes showing paper check for the 6th. He said its still possible to get Direct Deposit by the 3rd, but if not then it will be paper check. He also said there was nothing wrong with my return, and that it looked fine. So I guess it has to do with the upgraded software they got??? EDIT: I checked my account today and still nothing. I called IRS back and asked… [cont.]
Answered by bill t - Fri Jan 30 03:18:50 2009

What is IRS reference number 1201?
Q. What is IRS reference number 1201?
Asked by LC - Wed Feb 14 09:42:14 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I was suppose to have my deposit on 01/26 but it got delayed with the code 1121. Along with thousands of others claims because of tax changes the IRS was not ready for. This morning I had code 1201. I called and they said the refund was released and due to direct deposit on 02/16 this friday. With that code they should be able to give you more of an answer if you call the nuber given on Where's My Refund page. Good Luck
Answered by MommaG - Wed Feb 14 10:13:09 2007

Delay in Processing my tax return. Reference #1201?
Q. I filed Jan 17. It was accepted Jan 18. Online status said unless they find a mistake I should receive my refund Jan 30 (direct deposit) Then a few days after that, that status changed to this: Refund Status Results There is a delay in processing your tax return. For more information, please continue. If you have questions or need additional information, please have the following on hand when you call: * A copy of this page. * A copy of your tax return. * The Social Security Number, Filing Status, and refund amount claimed on your return. * Any notice that you have received concerning your refund. Please mention reference number 1201 to the IRS Customer Service Representative. IRS Hours of Service: Monday through Friday,… [cont.]
Asked by Kris G - Sun Feb 1 21:28:46 2009 - - 8 Answers - 1 Comments

A. Same story here... Filed on the 6th, accpeted on the 18th. Original DD date 2/3 then 2/10 then today (2/5/09) code 1201. I called and spoke to a rep, he was nice and said that I owed back taxes. I thought I did due to an ammendment from 2007. He checked and found that I actually owed nothing. He said the delay could take 3 weeks and to call back on the 17th. I asked could he code my account that I owed nothing so my refund could get DD, he said "no". He said that it (the system) has to go through it's "checks" and it could take 3 weeks. I personally dont believe that. I believe it was going through it's "checks" when the date kept changing, so I have faith that it will be deposited tomorrow. He did confirm that they only DD on Fridays so… [cont.]
Answered by hyacinth n - Thu Feb 5 19:53:26 2009

Is anyone else getting the IRS Reference code 1201 when checking the WMR for a status on their return?
Q. My return was originally scheduled to be dd by 2/19/2010. When I didn't receive my refund I went to irs.gov and checked WMR and "due to processing delays I should receive my refund by March 9, 2010 if no errors were found" was the status I got. NOW the status has changed AGAIN to: There is a delay in processing your tax return. For more information, please continue. If you have questions or need additional information, please have the following on hand when you call: A copy of this page. A copy of your tax return. The Social Security Number, Filing Status, and refund amount claimed on your return. Any notice that you have received concerning your refund. Please mention reference number 1201 to the IRS Customer Service Representative. … [cont.]
Asked by Ronnie - Thu Mar 4 15:52:15 2010 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. code 1201 usually means you owe other taxes for something that they will be taking money out for and it is just taking Financial Management Services more time to get the money out, or they will be requesting more information from you soon for something on your return
Answered by cakeypoo_24 - Thu Mar 4 16:05:26 2010

Did Anyone with a Reference number like 1121 or 1201. Had the DD show up in their accounts?
Q. Background, Filed on Jan 17, accepted on Jan 18. First DD date set for 2/ then to 2/13 finally it said your Refund was DD on 2/13. Checked with Wackovia and no deposit and now on the WMR website i get there's a delay processing my refund. Just wanted to know if im flying Solo on this or there are other people with similar situations. Thanks will update if i receive my refund.
Asked by flysal737 - Mon Feb 23 03:30:49 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I am in the same boat. I filed Jan16th and was accepted on the 18th. My first DD date was 1/30 then 2/10 then 24th and finally the 13th. Still haven't received it and am currently in code 1121 after being in 1221 for awhile. I was told I would receive a letter, which only informs you of what you already know within 3 weeks. It has been 3 weeks and still no letter. HMM! I wonder what could be going on? I get different answers when I call. We are definitely playing the waiting game. I will update if I get mine as well. good luck to you!
Answered by freckles_4 - Mon Feb 23 09:08:31 2009

IRS CODE 1201? WMR UPDATE?
Q. I efiled directly with irs Jan. 20th. Had an initial DD of Jan 29th. Then a delay, with DD by Feb 23rd. Today its changed to this... There is a delay in processing your tax return. For more information, please continue. If you have questions or need additional information, please have the following on hand when you call: A copy of this page. A copy of your tax return. The Social Security Number, Filing Status, and refund amount claimed on your return. Any notice that you have received concerning your refund. Please mention reference number 1201 to the IRS Customer Service Representative. Anyone else getting this or know what it means?
Asked by B - Wed Feb 10 10:15:16 2010 - - 5 Answers - 1 Comments

A. I too E-filed on jan 21st had a direct deposit date of jan 29th , then a delay of feb 3, and then got the reference # of 1201 and to call. I spoke to a nice lady at the irs who told me that i had owed back taxes(which i knew i did) and because of this my refund was offset and she told me i should expect my refund 3 weeks from the day they accepted my return. I'm hoping to receive my refund this friday this is the 3rd week.. hopefully she was right. I also called that number to check if i owed money to student loans, back taxes and it said i didn't. so that number to call is not Always right>
Answered by jessica v - Wed Feb 10 23:19:03 2010

tax question?
Q. i filed my income tax and it said accepted thru the irs and said i would have my checked deposited into my account on march 4th now it says there is a delaying in processing my return refer to reference number 1201 does anyone know what that is?
Asked by NANCY C - Sat Mar 1 14:23:34 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It's probably no big deal, the IRS has had a LOT of delays this year.
Answered by the tax lady - Sat Mar 1 15:14:14 2008

will i ever get my refund? it's been exactly 6weeks today i have ref. #1221.WHAT'S the HELL going on!?
Q. I filed my taxes on 1/16/09 my refund date was origionally1/30/09.I received reference number 1201 and now 1221.It's been six weeks today 2/27/09 and still no money,What's going on?Does anyone know if and when will I receive my money?
Asked by chanae r - Fri Feb 27 10:21:52 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

How long does it take to get the refund from a federal tax offset if your refund is offset?
Q. I E-filed on January 21, 2010 my return was accepted on the following day but last week when I checked the irs "where's my refund" i got the Reference number 1201, I called the Irs last tuesday and the very nice lady told me my refund was offset for past years tax return which I knew that, and that I should receive my refund 3 weeks from which my return was accepted. has anyone received their refund on time and also does their irs website ever change to let you know when it will be direct deposited or does it still show the same message that i need to call and mention reference Number 1201?
Asked by jessica v - Thu Feb 11 22:50:25 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

why is my federal return over a month late?
Q. i filed my first income tax return this year and i was so excited to be part of working america for the first time and have a refund due to me. i filed on januray 9th and i was accepted on the 19th of jan. then on my refund status it says "your refund has been delayed reference number 1201." when i call the irs they have no idea what reference number 1201 means. does anyone know? i recieved a letter on feb 1st and it had another code cp05. and it told me i had to wait 3 weeks . well 3 weeks came and gone now there telling me i gotta wait another 45 days but noone is telling me why.if ANYONE has any info that could help me please let me know.. i efiled through tax act. com. and set up for direct deposit. hoping that would make for a speedy… [cont.]
Asked by Denise T - Tue Mar 3 02:40:06 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

OMG!! HELP ME NOW "HSBC & H&R BLOCK"?
Q. Today i used my h&r block emerald card to sign up for a discount with t-mobile easypay and i know the card was no good because my refund never came. But the 1.00 dollar was approved "say what" so i called the card in and found out 1067.00 dollars was direct deposit on June 5 2009 BUT the balance say 00.87 cent then i go online it say no deposit of any kind and HSBC Taxpayer Financial Services website is down. I did my taxes at h&r block on 01/24/09 and because i owed the IRS they took 400.00 out of 1564.94 and gave me a reference number 1201 and 1067.00 dollars is that i was getting back but the IRS website still say reference number 1201
Asked by lrjllc - Sun Jul 26 19:10:51 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Call the IRS and get someone to look at your account and tell you a) how much refund actually was and b) what happened to the refund. The IRS can tell you how much was kept for a prior year return. The IRS can tell you how much was sent to HSBC. Then call HSBC. When you had your taxes done, you owed fees. With a RAL, you could have owed $$$...and if your refund wasn't what you thought it was, you could have ended up owing HSBC. (For example, if the refund was to include $600 rebate, you may have actually only qualifed for $0 rebate, less the $400 owed, less fees and now owe HSBC money.) Some people owe HSBC for prior returns and think that going to HRB instead, of say, Liberty Tax, is going to fool the bank.
Answered by the tax lady - Sun Jul 26 19:28:57 2009

Delay in processing tax return.?
Q. When I checked the status of my refund I got this message. === There is a delay in processing your tax return. For more information, please continue. If you have questions or need additional information, please have the following on hand when you call: A copy of this page. A copy of your tax return. The Social Security Number, Filing Status, and refund amount claimed on your return. Any notice that you have received concerning your refund. Please mention reference number 1201 to the IRS Customer Service Representative. === My husband owes back child support and he also owes the IRS from last year's tax. But he owes less than our refund amount. So why can't they just take what he owes and refund the difference?! Why do they have to "DELAY [cont.]
Asked by xlovergirl - Fri Feb 12 02:44:06 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The wheels of the government turn VERY slowly. You will eventually hear from them. You may not get a refund IF what he owes in Child Support and back taxes equal to more than your refund. They are delaying it because they have to figure out how much your hubby owes. They will take out back Child Support too. This happened to me with my ex, he owed back taxes, they took the whole refund and he still owed another $200 - $300. I know it's frustrating to wait, but there isn't a set time frame as to when you will here from them
Answered by Marion W - Fri Feb 12 09:41:41 2010

Do I need to make a phone call?
Q. if at first my refund was supposed to be mailed by the third of feb. and now its givin me a reference number of 1201 and says there is a delay in processing?
Asked by francine - Thu Jan 29 18:41:41 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I don't have an personal experience in this, but with anything that is highly important to you and deals with your money should be taken very seriously. You have every right to call and ask why there was a delay and how long the delay might be. Honestly, if I were you I would call and say I would like to gain a better understanding of the situation and if I needed to be concerned. Best of luck.
Answered by Ike T - Thu Jan 29 18:49:23 2009