Ask The Taxgirl: Outstanding Loans & 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 as past due student loans, back taxes or child support payments.
However, if you owe money to the government as a result of your care, that would change my answer.
You can find more information about why your tax rebate might be smaller than anticipated at my prior post.
The fine print
Be sure to read my disclaimer… Remember, I’m a lawyer, and we love disclaimers. But you know who loves them more? My malpractice carrier. Consider yourself warned.
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