Many people are wondering if they will receive another stimulus check or any type of financial relief from the IRS this year.
President Donald Trump suggested the idea of a “rebate check” for American taxpayers, but he also emphasized that paying down the national debt is a priority.
Is a Fourth Stimulus Check Coming?
Right now, there is no official plan for a fourth stimulus check in September. For any new stimulus payments to happen, Congress would need to approve them. So, people shouldn’t expect a check any time soon.
Here’s a quick summary of previous stimulus payments:
- The first check was up to $1,200 for individuals ($2,400 for married couples), plus $500 for each child under 17.
- The second check was up to $600 for individuals ($1,200 for couples), plus $600 per child under 17.
- The third check was $1,400 per person, and married couples also received $1,400 for each eligible dependent.
Can You Still Get These Payments?
The deadlines to claim or file for these stimulus checks have now passed.
- The first check was given out in spring 2020.
- The second check was sent by January 15, 2021.
- The third check was issued between March and December 2021, and you had until April 15, 2025, to claim the Recovery Rebate Credit for 2021.
Tracking Your Tax Refund
If you filed a tax return and want to see your refund status, you can use the “Where’s My Refund?” tool on the IRS website. You will need to provide:
- Your Social Security Number or Individual Taxpayer ID Number (ITIN)
- Your filing status (such as single or married filing jointly)
- The exact refund amount listed on your return
The tool will show you one of the following statuses:
- Return Received: The IRS has your return and is processing it.
- Refund Approved: Your refund is approved and will be sent by the date shown.
- Refund Sent: Your refund was sent to your bank or mailed to you. Money sent to your bank may take five days to arrive, while a mailed check can take several weeks.
How Long Does It Take to Get a Refund?
It depends on how you filed your taxes.
- If you filed electronically, refunds are usually sent out in less than three weeks.
- Paper filings and mailed checks can take longer.
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