Tax Refund's for 2013 will have delays

Due to the government shutdown in October, the IRS pushed back the date it will accept returns by ten days. Originally, scheduled for January 21, the IRS won't 'process' any returns until January 31. The IRS is using the extra time to update and test the computer systems that process returns- a task that was delayed by IRS workers being furloughed during the 16 day shutdown. Because of the delay, you may not get your refund as quickly. You can speed up the process by using e-file with direct deposit.