May

8

Is the Economic Stimulus Payment Taxable Income?

May 8, 2008 | 12 Comments

Is the economic stimulus payment (rebate) considered taxable income? A few readers have asked that question so I figured I'd address it.
Economic Stimulus Payment is NOT Taxable Income
The simple answer is that the economic stimulus payment (rebate) is not considered taxable income by the IRS. So you won't have to count the stimulus [...]

May

7

Stimulus Payment – Some Will Get Second Chance To Qualify

May 7, 2008 | 22 Comments

Didn't get your full economic stimulus payment this year? Good news, you have a second chance to get your stimulus money in 2009.
Didn't Get the Full Stimulus Payment?
Many people didn't get the full stimulus payment. There are several reasons for this. A large number of people had to file amended tax returns. [...]

Mar

9

Can You Afford a Tire?

March 9, 2008 | 1 Comment

What kind of financial shape are you in? Can you afford a large automobile repair bill or even a set of new tires right now? Do you have the money for single new tire?
Last night my wife called me and told me the car was telling her to check the tire pressure. [...]