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2008 Tax Rebate Checks- Can they be taken?
Hi! I am hoping that you can answer a question for me, or at least direct me to where I can find the answer. I found out this year that my husband defaulted on a student loan before we were married. I found this out because BOTH my federal and state (CA) tax returns were intercepted by the CA ED Fund even though my husband didn't work in 2007. My question is this- are the checks that are going to be given out subject to be intercepted like a regular tax return? I just want to know if I can plan on getting that check or is that going to be taken as well? Hi! I am hoping that you can answer a question for me, or at least direct me to where I can find the answer. I found out this year that my husband defaulted on a student loan before we were married. I found this out because BOTH my federal and state (CA) tax returns were intercepted by the CA ED Fund even though my husband didn't work in 2007. My question is this- are the checks that are going to be given out subject to be intercepted like a regular tax return? I just want to know if I can plan on getting that check or is that going to be taken as well? I have been told so far that no one knows as the regulations of the tax rebate haven't been confirmed yet. Does anyone know how I can contact the treasury dept.? I have looked all over the website and can not find out how to contact them.
Public Comments
- If it's for a student loan default... then they will probably take that too. If you get it, that's wonderful... but don't count on it.
- Defaulted student loans and back child support would both cause an interception. If he still owes on it, they will take it. You could file separately, but whether or not that would help you any depends on your individual circumstances. You'll need to ask whoever does your taxes about it.
- they will take it put it towards the balance
- If I were you, I would amend your taxes IMMEDIATELY and attach an Injured Spouse form! If he didn't work, then you should be entitled to your money! Once you file that amended tax return, the IRS will have your Injured spouse form on file. You will be more likely to get your tax rebate check! Plus, you should get the biggest portion of your tax return back.
