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posted Apr 9, 2022 7:21:06 AM

The last day I worked was 12/15/2021 I have a lawyer who is working on getting my social security benefits I had a life changing stroke

I made around 3000 dollars this was the only money I had made for 2021 do I still have to do my taxes this year

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Level 15
Apr 9, 2022 7:26:48 AM

You would only have to file a return if your income was from self employment. 

Expert Alumni
Apr 9, 2022 7:29:00 AM

No, if you were an employee in 2021 and you only earned $3,000 and had no other income, you are not required to file.

Level 15
Apr 9, 2022 8:32:14 AM

You might still need to file state taxes.  Also, are you married, and did your spouse have income?