I have been getting a lot of panicky emails from people lately.   While this is somewhat normal, I have had more than the usual number.  Here’s why:  Many people have the mistaken belief that they have to file by April 15th in order to receive the rebate.  This is not true at all.  You do have to file your return before you get the rebate - but you DO NOT have to file by April 15th.  If you have not sent your tax stuff in to your CPA yet - don’t panic.  Most CPAs at this point are working through the extension process and not the filing process.  So take the rebate off your worry list.  Get your returns extended and breathe a sigh of relief knowing that when you file - your rebate will automatically be sent to you by dear old Uncle Sam.