If you're looking to save some extra money or maybe pay off some debt, a tax refund could help. Here's how to track your tax refund.

Many American taxpayers are likely to be eagerly awaiting their tax refunds by this time of the year, when reimbursements are made by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for any excess amount paid to the federal government.

Taxes filed online should receive a refund in about a month or less from the filing date, according to the IRS. The agency says that to process your refund, it usually takes up to 21 days for an e-filed return, or longer for amended returns and returns sent by mail.