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In reply to the discussion: I heard if you are on ssi [View all]Verruekt
(14 posts)5. Why should the handout apply to everyone?
The thing I don't understand is why are those that are employed or are already receiving government assistance getting more government assistance. My thoughts are the handout should only be for those affected, e.g. laid off or fired or have a loss of income directly related to the pandemic.
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That's not what it says. You will get the check but have to file a 2020 return next year.
hedda_foil
Mar 2020
#8
I don't think your understanding of the purpose of these checks is clear.
Captain Stern
Mar 2020
#25
This would be my suggestion Borrow someones 2018 or newer turbo tax and file 2018 taxes
StTimofEdenRoc
Mar 2020
#16