A Brief Overview of Depreciation. Depreciation is an income tax deduction that allows a taxpayer to recover the cost or other basis of certain property. It is an annual allowance for the wear and tear, deterioration, or obsolescence of the property.
How far back can you submit returns or amended returns and still get a refund? You can go back three years from the original deadline of the tax return to get a full refund. After three years, you will not be able to obtain a refund. It is important if changes are needed on an already filed return that these changes are made within the three year time frame.
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.