The purpose of this automatic special reimbursement is to make up for any mistakes regarding the COVID-19 pandemic economic stimulus funds.
To make up for people who either did not get their full amount of Economic Impact Payments or received less than what they were entitled to, the Recovery Rebate Credit was established (stimulus payments).
These automatic refunds were the consequence of almost a million taxpayers not claiming this benefit on their 2021 assessment returns, according to the IRS.
With an anticipated delivery date of the end of January, the IRS declared that the payments will be automatically disbursed in December 2024.
Recall that receiving these payments does not require qualified taxpayers to do anything.
Do you want to know if you qualify for the latest tax refund? To assist you comprehend the requirements and ascertain your eligibility, here is a brief guide.
Eligibility Criteria for Taxpayers
Taxpayers will be deemed eligible if they fulfill the following requirements:
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Have filed a
2021 tax return
. -
Did not claim the
Recovery Rebate Credit
on their return. -
Meet the original requirements set forth in the
American Rescue Plan Act
.
The majority of qualified taxpayers have already gotten their stimulus payouts, which is significant. In particular, a smaller set of people are the target of this return.
How to Determine Your Eligibility
Wondering if you’re eligible? Take these simple actions:
The stimulus cheques will be issued by the IRS automatically, so taxpayers won’t need to do anything more.
Important Dates and Methods for Receiving Payments
The distribution of all funds is scheduled to occur by the end of January 2025. Both physical checks and direct deposits into registered bank accounts will be allowed. An official IRS letter verifying the payment will be sent to taxpayers.
Depending on your qualifications and income, you can receive up to $1,400 per person. The IRS intends to use this return program to disburse an astounding $2.4 billion. You can still get this benefit even if you didn’t file your 2021 taxes.
Applications for the Recovery Rebate Credit are accepted by the IRS through April 15, 2025. Even if you made very little or no money that year, this still holds true.
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