Tagged: Rhode Island Division of Taxation

The owner of  Providence tax preparation company has been sentenced to more than two years in prison for tax evasion and for continuing to operate his business in violation of a court order.  The company – known as “Refunds Now Inc.” -- first came under the federal radar in 2010.

Officials with the Rhode Island Division of Taxation say it should be a little easier to track the progress of your income tax refund this year.

The “Where’s my refund” tool on the division’s website is being upgraded to give taxpayers more detailed information on why the refund is held up. In the past it often said ‘held for review’ – sometimes for weeks.

Neil Downing, a chief revenue agent, says it’s part of the division’s ongoing efforts to improve customer service.