How much was my 2008 stimulus payment home. Why Do I Need To Know This Amount? Your stimulus payment from last year should not be included as income when you file your 2008 tax return.
Most people received the maximum Economic Stimulus Payment in 2008. However, some people may be eligible for a first time credit or for a larger payment than they were eligible for last year.
This amount is called a Recovery Rebate Credit. You can get more details about this credit using the "Information Center" link shown at the bottom of this page.
You'll need to have the amount of your Stimulus Payment from last year so you can figure out whether or not you're eligible for the Recovery Rebate Credit.
How Can I Find This Amount?
To use our secure online tool to find the amount of your Economic Stimulus Payment from last year, you'll need the following information from your 2007 tax return:
* Your Social Security Number
* Your 2007 Filing Status
* Number of Exemptions claimed your 2007 tax return
For more in depth details about the credit, please visit IRS's Recovery Rebate Credit Information Center .
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