Stimulus Check

Losing a spouse is an profoundly difficult experience, marked by emotional upheaval and the daunting task of navigating a myriad of practical and financial responsibilities. Amidst the grief, the complexities of government benefits, like stimulus checks (officially known as Economic Impact Payments or EIPs), can add an unexpected layer of stress. If your spouse passed…

The COVID-19 pandemic unleashed unprecedented economic uncertainty, leading the U.S. government to issue multiple rounds of Economic Impact Payments (EIPs), commonly known as stimulus checks. Designed as a financial lifeline, these payments offered crucial relief to millions of American households. While the intention was clear – to put money directly into people’s pockets – the…

The COVID-19 pandemic brought with it unprecedented economic challenges, and in response, the U.S. government issued several rounds of Economic Impact Payments (EIPs), commonly known as stimulus checks. While these payments provided a lifeline for many, a frustrating oversight in the initial CARES Act left a significant group out in the cold: families with dependents…

The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented economic upheaval, prompting the U.S. government to issue multiple rounds of Economic Impact Payments (EIPs), commonly known as stimulus checks. For millions of Americans, these payments provided a crucial lifeline, helping to cover rent, groceries, and other essential needs. Yet, amidst the relief, a significant group felt a profound sense…

The financial challenges of the past few years have impacted nearly every household, and for mixed-status families, the complexities of navigating government aid often add unique anxieties. A mixed-status family is typically defined as a household where some members have lawful immigration status (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or certain visa holders) while others may…

The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges, and with it, unprecedented economic measures. Among these was the rollout of several rounds of Economic Impact Payments (EIPs), commonly known as "stimulus checks," designed to provide financial relief to Americans. The very first of these, authorized by the CARES Act in March 2020, was for up to $1,200…

The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges, and with them, an urgent need for economic relief. The U.S. government responded with several rounds of Economic Impact Payments (EIPs), commonly known as stimulus checks. However, for many non-citizens, the eligibility criteria and claiming process for these payments remained a confusing maze, often leading to the misconception that…

The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges, and governments worldwide responded with various forms of economic relief. In the United States, a cornerstone of this response was the Economic Impact Payment (EIP), more commonly known as the stimulus check. For millions of Americans living within the U.S., these payments offered a crucial lifeline. But for the…

For millions of Americans residing outside the United States, the announcement of stimulus checks during the COVID-19 pandemic brought a mix of hope and confusion. While designed to provide financial relief to U.S. citizens, the practicalities of distributing these funds across borders, to individuals with foreign addresses, bank accounts, and unique tax situations, proved to…

The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges, and with them, the U.S. government enacted several rounds of Economic Impact Payments (EIPs), commonly known as stimulus checks, to provide financial relief to millions. However, for individuals who pay taxes using an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) instead of a Social Security Number (SSN), the path to receiving…