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By Hope Dean for Debt.com
The CARES Act, which promised eligible Americans a stimulus check of up to $1,200, passed three months ago by now — but about 35 million still haven’t seen it arrive.[1]
If you’re one of those people, don’t fret. The IRS has provided a portal where you can check in on your payment status. And even if you don’t get the money this year, you will be able to receive it when you file your 2020 tax return next year.[2]
But in the meantime, here are six reasons why your payment may be stalling right now.
1. You didn’t fill out the right tax paperwork
To get the money you’re owed, you must have filed taxes for 2018 and 2019. But if you haven’t, don’t panic. You now have until July 15 to file, thanks to extended deadlines.
The IRS also has a non-filers form for people who didn’t need to file due to low income.[3] If you fill it out by Oct. 15, you can receive the stimulus check, too.
