HelenC12
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Deductions & credits

If he was claimed as a dependent, he may not have gotten the Recovery Rebate Credit prompt. The dependents stimulus payment is on the tax return of the person claiming them. 

 

At this time, he's not able to  amend a 2020 income tax return. As of today, it's estimated that the IRS will finalize the 1040X form on 3/25/2021. However check the forms availability to see any updates to that date. 

 

Generally, Form 1040-X,  Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return, must be filed within three years of the date the original return was filed, or within two years of the date the tax was paid, whichever is later.

 

 

 

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