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posted Apr 13, 2021 12:24:56 PM

If I have never received any of the stimulus checks, do you think using the simple tax return option will help me to get them? Or should I use a professional.

I believe I haven't received them is because right before the pandemic I was living abroad. I immediately started working again here in the US but I still didn't receive it. I have only worked two teaching jobs and collected unemployment in the time between those jobs. Any advice is appreciated!

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Level 15
Apr 13, 2021 12:31:24 PM

file a 2020 tax return to get the stimulus payments for which  you are qualified.

That is the only way.

Yu must have an SS number and not be a dependent on another taxpayer's tax return.

Level 15
Apr 13, 2021 12:32:38 PM

you will find free filing at the IRS website.