May
2
IRS Where’s My Stimulus Payment Web Page Broken?
May 2, 2008 | 525 Comments
The IRS recently launched it's Where's My Stimulus Payment page. I was thankful because I'm wearing out my keyboard answering questions from readers. However, several readers have commented that it appears to be broken.
Does Where's My Stimulus Payment Work?
I've received several questions from readers, asking if the stimulus payment tracker actually works. Remember, you can't track your payment until the time you're …
Comment by Sandy W.: … to receive the stimulus payment 6 to 8 weeks after …
Apr
28
Bush Announces Faster Payment Schedule for Stimulus Payments
April 28, 2008 | 347 Comments
President Bush announced that stimulus payments will be issued faster than previously announced. Tax filers who chose direct deposit can start receiving their payments as soon as April 28th.
I've updated the payment table from my original article on the stimulus payments below. You'll notice that the last payment coincides with the Independence Day holiday, a coincidence I'm sure.
Direct Deposit …
Comment by Chris: … is the "Where's My Stimulus Tool" on the IRS website: …
Mar
28
IRS Economic Stimulus Payment Details
March 28, 2008 | 243 Comments
The IRS has released the details on how it’s implementing the Economic Stimulus Package payments. Due to the questions I received on the previous article on the Economic Stimulus Package I’ve decided to write on article that focuses on the details of the plan. I’ll address the FAQs (frequently asked questions) that I’ve received.
The US Congress passed and President Bush signed a bill authorizing an economic stimulus payment to qualifying US citizens. …
Comment by Chris: … IRS if you have questions about where your check is. …
Jun
4
Stimulus Payment Notification - What Does It Say?
June 4, 2008 | 16 Comments
Some people have asked what the stimulus notification letter would say. I finally received mine so I can share it with you.
I already showed you what the envelope looks like so you don't throw it away. I scanned in the stimulus notification for my records. It states in bold print that you should save this notification for your records. I keep all my important documents in digital format. I just scan them in using my …
Jul
9
The Stimulus Payment Was a Ridiculous Political Stunt
July 9, 2008 | 4 Comments
Now that most of the payments have been sent, we can analyze the Economic Stimulus Package of 2008. Was the economy stimulated? Did the payment really help people? Was it all worth it?
I've answered so many questions about the stimulus payment that I've quite frankly gotten sick of the whole thing. It's ridiculous how much confusion it caused.
We'll never know what kind of impact the stimulus payment …
Comment by jimb: I think the stimulus payment was a joke. Bush used …
May
27
You're expecting a stimulus payment check from the IRS. You filed a joint tax return for 2007. However, you're now divorced and the check is in both of your names. What do you do?
Well, like most checks that are made out to two people, most places (banks, etc) will require both signatures to cash the check. The key here is to understand the difference between AND and OR. If the check is made out to …
May
23
The IRS Stimulus Payment program is a real mess. Many people haven't received their payments. Some haven't received the amount they were supposed to get according to the IRS web site. Some people have questions relating to child support or other debts owed to the government. Many people are searching the internet because they don't know how to contact the IRS by phone.
The IRS stimulus phone …
Comment by Chris: … and check on your stimulus payment: …
May
12
The economic stimulus package payments are on their way to millions of Americans. The IRS has gone out of it's way to ensure everyone knows about it. Those with low incomes can file their taxes online for free just to qualify for the stimulus payment. But what if you make too much and how much is "too much" really?
How Much is Too Much?
The threshold is either $75,000 (single) or $150,000 …
May
9
More frequently asked questions regarding the Economic Stimulus Payment ( Rebate ): What if my spouse owes money ? What will happen to our stimulus payment ? Will the IRS keep it all even though part of that money is for me and my children?
The IRS Will Keep Your Money
The IRS can keep your stimulus money (and tax refund) if you owe money to the government. The IRS will shoot first and ask questions …
Comment by Chris: … your half of the stimulus payment. At this point you …
May
7
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. Several people reported problems with other people claiming their dependents.
Others either made …