topic Stimulus check in Other financial discussions

Stimulus check

Braydend1115 — Tue, 14 Apr 2020 06:29:37 GMT

On my taxes I accidentally marked that someone could claim me as a dependent even though I’m financially independent so I’m pretty sure this eliminates me from getting the money. Well I’m in serious need of that money so I was wondering if I amend my taxes and get that changed would I still get the check?

Re: Stimulus check

JohnB5677 — Tue, 14 Apr 2020 17:48:39 GMT

Provided no one else did claim you as a dependent, you will be able to amend your tax return and qualify for the check.

If you've filed your return and need to add additional information, then you will have to prepare an amended return in TurboTax. I suggest you wait at least 3 weeks before sending it to ensure that the IRS does not confuse the returns. You have three years to file an amended return.

If you used TurboTax Online, simply log in to your account and select “Amend a return that was filed and accepted.”

If you used our CD/download product, sign back into your return and select “Amend a filed return.” You must file a separate Form 1040X for each tax return you are amending.

Amend ONLINE OR Amend CD/Download Amend 2016 - 2019

You will have to mail the amended return. The IRS limits the system to only one Social Security number or Tax ID to be E-Filed. This is to guard against fraudulent tax returns.

Re: Stimulus check

Braydend1115 — Wed, 15 Apr 2020 04:10:34 GMT

So if get my taxes amended I’ll still get a check in 12-16 weeks give or take a few weeks? @JohnB5677