"...people do not need to wait until then to work on their taxes if they're using software companies or tax professionals. For example, most software companies accept electronic submissions and then hold them until the IRS is ready to begin processing later this month. IRS Free File will also be available on IRS.gov starting Jan. 12 in advance of the filing season opening. The IRS Direct File pilot will be rolled out in phases as final testing is completed and is expected to be widely available in mid-March to eligible taxpayers in the participating states. ..."
Reference: www.irs.govMORE READING: You can use the IRS Where's My Refund? official website to view your refund status. Additionally, you can download the official IRS mobile IRS2Go app
