how long can irs take back a refund
IRS TAX TIP 2001-48. REFUNDS -- HOW LONG SHOULD THEY TAKE? WASHINGTON â Are you expecting a tax refund from the IRS this year? If you file a complete and accurate paper tax return, your refund should be issued. in about six to eight weeks from the date IRS receives your return. If you file. your return electronically, your refund should be issued in less than three weeks, even faster when you choose direct deposit.