Allison Walker, Generation to Generation
People who no longer file tax returns could miss out on a check worth hundreds of dollars if they don't mail out one very important letter.
If you receive Social Security or certain veterans' benefits, or are a low-income worker and don't have to file a tax return, this year is different.
A check of at least $300 likely has your name on it, but you won't get it unless you fill out a special version of a Form 1040A.
The IRS says you should have gotten it by late last month.
You will need to send that 1040A form if you don't need to file a tax return, but have at least $3,000 in one of the following:
- Social Security benefits
- Veterans Benefits
- Certain Railroad Retirement Benefits
- At least $3,000 Earned Income in 2007
The IRS says the minimum payment is $300 for an individual and $600 for a couple filing jointly. You can also get $300 for each qualifying child younger than 17.
You have plenty of time to get help and apply for the stimulus payment.
April 15 is not the deadline for those who no longer file tax returns. The IRS will give a specific date later this year.
If you have any questions about your 1040A form or you stimulus check, contact the IRS directly at 800)829-1040, or go to their Web site at www.irs.gov.
For those of you who are filing a tax return, your stimulus payment will come automatically.
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