To receive a rebate check, a 2007 tax return must be filed.

Many individuals, such as those that are retired and/or very low-income earners, are not required by the IRS to file a yearly tax return if their yearly income falls below the requirement to file. However, in order to receive a rebate check from the IRS, a 2007 tax return must be filed.

The Nashville Wealth Building Alliance, United Way of Metropolitan Nashville, and the IRS are here to help! We have FREE tax preparation sites in Davidson County that are ready to help individuals file a return for the purpose of receiving the rebate check. 

Simply dial 2-1-1 to find a free tax preparation site nearest you. The 2-1-1 Specialist can tell you locations, hours, and what you will need to bring with you.  To avoid crowds, we suggest coming to a site during the month of March.

2008 Economic Stimulus Payments – IRS Fast Facts

  • People who have no tax liability but have at least $3,000 income for 2007 from earned income, Social Security benefits, certain Railroad Retirement or certain veterans’ benefits may qualify for a payment but MUST file a 2007 tax return to get one.
  • Individuals who have no tax liability but qualify for a payment will each get $300 – but only if they file a 2007 tax return.
  • To get a payment, most taxpayers need do nothing but file their 2007 tax return as usual.
  • Payments will begin in May and will go to more than 130 million taxpayers.
  • The payments will be a maximum of $600 for eligible individuals, $1,200 for married couples filing jointly. Add $300 for each qualifying child. 
  • The payments will not affect your 2007 or 2008 regular tax refund nor will they have to be paid back.  They are not subject to federal tax.
  • Taxpayers must have valid Social Security numbers to qualify for a payment.
  • The IRS will issue two informational notices about the payments, but taxpayers should be wary of scams such as phone calls or e-mails from IRS imposters soliciting personal information and promising a “rebate” or other type of tax payment. The ONLY form you need to fill out to get a stimulus payment is your 2007 federal tax return.