BEAUMONT, Texas — The IRS started issuing stimulus checks on Friday. Maybe someone you know already received one, and you're wondering where your money is.
Don't worry, it's on the way.
If you know you qualify for a stimulus check, but haven't received your money, remember that not everyone gets them at once.
A spokesperson for the US Department of Treasury says 'payments are being issued in reverse adjusted gross income order.'
That means those with the lowest income get checks first.
A second wave of checks was issued on Monday morning to those with direct deposit. The Department of Treasury says 'tens of millions of Americans will receive their payments by Wednesday, April 15.'
The IRS is using the taxes you filed either in 2018 or 2019. What if you're someone who doesn't have to file taxes?
A new tool from the IRS is allowing you to register as a non-filer. That way, you can still receive a stimulus check. This doesn't apply to those on social security or disability income. That brings us to one of the top questions we've received from viewers.
Will I receive a stimulus check is I'm a social security recipient?
The answer is yes. We're still waiting to hear when those deposits will be sent out if they haven't already.
Am I able to switch to direct deposit if I've always received paper checks for my taxes?
The IRS is launching the 'Get my Payment' app, which will allow you to update your bank information and sign up for direct deposit. It'll also let you track the status of your payment.
That feature is expected to be up and running sometime this week.
12News reached out to ask if those on social security will receive paper checks or a deposit on their direct express cards.
We haven't yet heard back.