ErnieS0
Expert Alumni

After you file

If the IRS says “status not available” on Get My Payment, it means you will have to file a 2020 income tax return to get your missing money.

 

The two stimulus payments will be added to your refund as a Recovery Rebate Credit. You should file quickly for the IRS has your information for the upcoming third stimulus payment that Congress is currently working to pass.

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