State warns of scammers ALBANY — Inflation-refund checks of up to $400 are coming to 8.2 million households across New York. The process started Sept. 26, and the state is mailing checks directly to eligible New Yorkers, with deliveries to continue throughout October and November, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that day. Residents […]
State warns of scammers
ALBANY — Inflation-refund checks of up to $400 are coming to 8.2 million households across New York.
The process started Sept. 26, and the state is mailing checks directly to eligible New Yorkers, with deliveries to continue throughout October and November, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that day.
Residents don’t need to apply, sign up, or do anything to receive a check.
“Starting today, we’re sending inflation refund checks to over 8 million New Yorkers because it’s simple — this is your money and we’re putting it back in your pockets,” Hochul said in the announcement.
On Sept. 28, Hochul’s office also warned New York residents to be aware of scams related to the inflation-refund checks.
The governor warned New Yorkers of scammers who are sending text messages, voice messages, emails, and direct mail to taxpayers in an attempt to spread false information about the checks.
The messages falsely claim that New Yorkers must submit accurate payment information in order to receive an inflation-refund check, supposedly so revenue agencies can deposit money into a taxpayer’s bank account. The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance and the IRS will not call or text New Yorkers with requests for any personal information.
Who’s eligible
You are eligible for an inflation refund check if, for tax year 2023, you filed form IT-201, the New York State resident income tax return; reported income within the qualifying thresholds below; and were not claimed as a dependent on another taxpayer’s return.
Joint tax filers with income up to $150,000 will receive a $400 check, and joint tax filers with income over $150,000 but no greater than $300,000 will receive a $300 check.
Single tax filers with income up to $75,000 will receive a $200 check, and single tax filers with incomes over $75,000 but no greater than $150,000 will receive a $150 check.
The state didn’t place any age restrictions on this process. If you filed a tax return, are below the income thresholds, and no one else claimed you as a dependent, you will receive a check, Hochul’s office said.
