The Recover Rebate Credit is for those who could not get the benefit of the Economic Stimulus Rebate from last year. The simplified explanation at http://www.vita-volunteers.org/Recovery_Rebate_Credit.htm explains who is eligible.
The Link and Learn for 2009 (Tax Year 2008) just became available. Check out http://www.vita-volunteers.org !
The VITA training schedule for the Santa Clara County for the 2008 Tax Year is now coming up. More information on vita-volunteers.org
There is a possible second chance to apply for the tax rebate during 2009 if for one reason or another, you did not get it in 2008. More information will be provided as collected.
TaxSpeak refers to the language and meaning of words used by employees of the taxing authorities which differ from PeopleSpeak (Regular American English in everyday usage). TaxSpeak is so similar and yet so different from PeopleSpeak that it confuses even those whose first language is English. Most people practice PeopleSpeak for everyday communication with a dictionary for clarification, whereas TaxSpeak clarification requires reading though 1040 instructions, Pub 17, or calling the toll-free 1-800-829-1040 where the helpful customer service agent will patiently search for and read out the relevant sections from these publications. ...more...
since Sept 8, 2008