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pannkirkby
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‎February 2, 2021 12:32 PM
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Why is my second stimulas check credited towards taxes owed instead of directly sent to me

 
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AkinaLO
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‎February 2, 2021 4:48 PM

Why is my second stimulas check credited towards taxes owed instead of directly sent to me

According to the IRS FAQ, stimulus payment will not be offset by any tax liability. 

Please refer to the following page for information.

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fanfare
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‎February 2, 2021 7:35 PM

Why is my second stimulas check credited towards taxes owed instead of directly sent to me

@pannkirkby 

That's how it works.

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pannkirkby
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‎February 3, 2021 10:19 AM

Why is my second stimulas check credited towards taxes owed instead of directly sent to me

wow your very helpful, not

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