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May 8th, 2008

Ask the taxgirl: Why didn’t I receive all of my rebate?

Taxpayer asks:
Hi Kelly!
I just received my tax rebate, but it was for $600 and I am a single mom so I though it would be $900. I was just wondering how I go about figuring out which amount is correct. Will I receive the $300 later for my son?
You are the only website […]

By Kelly -- 9 comments

May 8th, 2008

The IRS Has New Answers About Rebates

The IRS has updated its website to address questions about rebates. Mostly, it’s the same old story - no real news on why payments may not be on time. But there are some concrete answers about Refund Anticipation Loans (RALs), Refund Anticipated Checks (RACs) and tax preparer issued debit cards.
I’ve posted about Refund […]

By Kelly -- 0 comments

May 5th, 2008

Ask the taxgirl: Outstanding Loans and Rebates

Taxpayer asks:
Heeello! I was wondering if it is true that my stimulus payment could be taken for outstanding hospital bills I have yet to pay? If so, “How will that help boost the economy?”
Thanks for your time…
Taxgirl says:
The short answer is no. Rebates are being withheld or reduced for federal obligations such […]

By Kelly -- 0 comments

May 1st, 2008

God Wants Your Rebate Check (and Your Refund Check)

Well, at least according to Pastor Steve Munsey on TBN…

Are you ready to “give your way out of trouble?” Comments?
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By Kelly -- 18 comments

May 1st, 2008

Where’s My Rebate? The IRS Has (Some) Answers.

Finally.
The IRS has a feature available on its web site where you can check the status of your rebate. Visit “Where’s My Stimulus Payment?” and have on hand your legal name, filing status, Social Security number and number of exemptions shown on your 2007 return. You must have filed your tax return at […]

By Kelly -- 98 comments

April 30th, 2008

The Incredible Shrinking Tax Rebate: Why It Isn’t What You Thought It Would Be

I’ve been getting a lot of email questions about the rebates that imply that all taxpayers are entitled to the full rebate. This is not the case. Here are some guidelines that might answer many of your questions…
You may receive a rebate if:
1, You have a valid Social Security number.
2, You file a 2007 tax […]

By Kelly -- 10 comments

April 30th, 2008

Important Rebate Information

I have received a ton of emails asking about the status of the tax rebates, many sounding quite desperate.
First of all, I have to say that the level of concern about the timing of payments is really discouraging and indicative of the severe state of our economy. Taxpayers are telling me that they need […]

By Kelly -- 4 comments

April 30th, 2008

Ask the taxgirl: Decedents and Rebates

Taxpayer asks:
I have a problem. I let my son’s father claim us on his taxes and he died on 3/29/08. What do I do to get the rebate back on, at least on my son and myself? Not to sound morbid! But what can I do?
Taxgirl says:
If […]

By Kelly -- 0 comments

April 29th, 2008

Ask the taxgirl: Extending/Amending Returns and Rebates

Taxpayer asks:
Hello,
I have a daughter born 3/3/06. There has been a delay in her birth cert. due to name change which also means I have not been able to acquire a ss# for her.
I am going to do an amendment for the past 2 tax years once I receive the proper documents […]

By Kelly -- 0 comments

April 29th, 2008

Ask the taxgirl: Rebates and foreign taxpayers

Taxpayer asks:
Just curious, are the foreign taxpayers who are not American citizens also going to get the stimulus rebate checks? I’ve heard people from all over the world have been filing tax forms for the stimulus payment. (And apparently, these are non-American citizens who have social security numbers).
Taxgirl says:
Permanent residents overseas who are American […]

By Kelly -- 0 comments