A new home that is built during a given year is counted in that year's GDP, while the purchase of a previously owned house has already been counted in the GDP of the year it was constructed. In this way, only those residences that add to the overall housing stock count towards GDP.
For those who file an amended return, however, the period to receive a refund check will take 8-12 weeks. For efilers (e.g., those who file electronically) here is a refund cycle chart that gives target dates when either an electronic direct deposit or mailed paper check should be expected given a particular filing date.
Refund Processing Time. 1  E-filed tax returns with direct deposit â E-file with direct deposit is the fastest way to get your tax refund. 2  Mailed paper returns â Refund processing time is 6 to 8 weeks from the date the IRS receives your tax return. You will not be able to start checking the status of your tax refund for 4 weeks if you mail a paper tax return. 2  Return Received Notice within 24 â 48 hours after e-file â The IRS Whereâs My Refund tool will show âReturn Receivedâ status once they begin processing your tax return.