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Level 1
March 26, 2021
Question

Why did they use a 1040-SR form

  • March 26, 2021
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I was suppose to get $1060.00 but only got $460.00
what has happen , can you help

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Level 15
March 26, 2021

The 1040SR just has larger print for seniors to make it easier to read.  There is no difference in the calculations.

 

Since the difference between the refund you expected and the refund you received is exactly $600, perhaps you indicated on your return that you did not get the 2nd stimulus payment and the IRS thinks you did.

 

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VolvoGirl
Level 15
March 26, 2021

Was there $600 on 1040 line 30 for the Recovery Rebate Credit?  That was for the 2nd Stimulus check.   The IRS has been adjusting returns that claimed it but the IRS already sent it.  Did you get it after you filed?  

 

You automatically get the 1040SR if you or your spouse is 65 or older.

SteamTrain
Level 15
March 26, 2021

The use of the 1040SR is immaterial    it's the same as the 1040 but has bigger type.

 

Sounds to me like you claimed you didn't get the second $600 stimulus....and they think you did.  Maybe that, or perhaps they are going to issue the extra $600 separately, after they  check up on your data.   The IRS may be sending you a snail-mail in the next two weeks explaining why they changed your refund

____________*Answers are correct to the best of my knowledge when posted, but should not be considered to be legal or official tax advice.*