Rebate-only Tax Filers May Now File for Free
The IRS and several of its partners in the Free File Alliance can now accept returns submitted by people who have no legal requirement to file other than to receive their payments. People in this category should use only the five companies listed on the IRS Free File - Economic Stimulus Payment web page.
"If you are only filing a return to receive your economic stimulus payment, Free File is a great option for you. All you need to do is follow the simple instructions provided by the software. It's easy, and it's free," said Acting IRS Commissioner Linda E. Stiff in a press release.
The Free File - Economic Stimulus Payment program is for use only by persons who do not normally file a return. Taxpayers who normally file a tax return and want to use Free File, should simply go to the main IRS Free File web page. Free File is available to 97 million taxpayers who earn $54,000 or less.
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Comments
I appreciate the information about the tax rebate check, however I didn’t see the answer to some of the basic questions. If I file my 2007 return, do I AUTOMATICALLY receive the rebate check? Do I need to file separatly for the rebate check? Help.
The articles answer that question in dozens of places, as does the IRS. If you file a 2007 return AND you qualify for a rebate, then yes you will get it automatically. Nothing else is necessary.
You might explain what file for free
means. Not everyone is smart as you are.
You are aiming too high. Lower yourself
a little and communicate with at least
4 million citizens.
Bob — As you can see, there is a clear link in the article to the IRS’ Free File Web site. All you have to do is click on it. That’s as low as I’ll go.
If my net tax liability is $594.00 how much will my tax rebate be? I have a 15yr. old son also.
I am curious to find out why i can not find out where my check is? Also my daughter’s return was direct deposit, but she recieved a paper check.So how do you know what to expect?
i didnt reseave my tax rebate my last two number are 09
Why does it say a FREE FREE FREE filing,,,then you go to the company and see it cost money? Ticks me off
I filed for an extension on my 2007 taxes and am now sending them. Will my extension have an impact on my stimulus payment and if they receive my 2007 tax return on 10/10/08, how long will it take to get my stimulus check.