Stimulus Check

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January 4, 2021
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My aunt is a widower. Her husband passed away in 2015. She doesn't file a return but does receive a social security check. She didn't receive a stimulus check in round one, nor has she this second time around. What are her options? Thanks

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Best answer by NCperson

When filing the 2020 tax return, should we input the social security income even if it's not taxable? Thanks

correct ...at low levels of income, it's not taxable in any event

NCperson

Level 15

she will have to file a 2020 tax return. you get do a free one from turbo tax. that will result in a $1800 refund on that return.

that is the only option as there is no 'non-filer' program like there was earlier this year.

https://freefile.intuit.com/

VolvoGirl

Level 15

Fill out a 2020 return. She can enter $1 of interest income to be able to efile it. Make up a 1099 for it and put $1 in box 1.

Opus 17

Level 15

It may not be too late for a round 2 payment. The new bill authorizes the IRS to get the addresses of qualified recipients from the social security administration. Round 2 payments must be distributed by January 15. If no payment comes by then, your aunt will have to file a tax return.

If her only income is non-taxable social security, she will have to make up an imaginary $1 of bank interest. A return with zero income can't be e-filed, and the IRS doesn't care about the $1 trick, it's been used for years.