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posted Apr 22, 2021 10:41:10 AM

I claimed recovery rebate for a check that ended up coming to me in the mail. I see no option to amend recovery rebate. How do I do it?

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Level 15
Apr 22, 2021 10:57:31 AM

You do not amend for that.   That is a common issue and the IRS will cross check and recalculate your refund to take off the "doubled" amount of stimulus that ended up on your tax return.  It might delay your refund while they do that.

Expert Alumni
Apr 22, 2021 10:59:48 AM

If you file your taxes and claimed the Recovery Rebate Credit (RRC) and then suddenly receive your stimulus money. 

 

Don’t rush into amending your tax return. It is our understanding the IRS will be cross-checking their stimulus payment records with the RRC claimed on returns and adjust refunds as needed.

 

It’s best to wait until you receive your refund before taking action.  The IRS will most likely make the adjustment for you so you are not compensated twice. 

 

 

 

Level 1
Apr 22, 2021 11:19:42 AM

The IRS will cross check it for you, make the adjustment and send you a letter showing the math, but no explanation. Check it against line 30 of your TurboTax filing. You probably don’t need to amend after the IRS fixes it.