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Have to. This is not a perfect world.! Nice and quiet here anyway.

Thanks....we often forget to update at this late date. I had just updated entire program on Fri when I put program on laptop in order to work on an extension return while on vacation. I still got more updates after your post.

Your key word is "qualifying Income". People who are on SS are another story entirely. Refer to Jainen's post above for details. My point was simply that if you have earnings (other than SS) and end up with no tax liability after exemptions and deductions; you will not receive a stimulus check. This bill had so many qualifiers and disqualifiers that the general public was not aware of or did not understand; which is what caused mass confusion. In my own case, I had earnings in addition to SS. Because my husband and I ended up owing only SE tax; we only received the stimulus payments for SS; which was $300 each.

If you don't owe any income tax, you will not receive a stimulus check; nor will you receive a check in excess of any amount that you owe under $600/$1200/$300. This has been a common misconception and a reason for at least a gazillion calls re: "Where is my check? They said......!!!!!!!"

Absolutely....I have drawn the same conclusion and have already found FixRollover to be an asset.

Speaking of which, what are the new CG tax rates for 2008. Have they been changed as proposed? Thanks.

Try to think of what Jane Austen would have done. Of course, the poor girl had no idea what a chicken nugget or Chinese takeout would be. If you set your mind to it, you can find a solution.

I do all of my ordering direct from Gateway. (Since IBM sold out to Lenovo). I order it the way I want it and then have my local man set up and install the additional things that I need. To date, no problems. And, having a friendly helper is a MUST. I prepare his Income and Sales Tax Returns as well as his families' so we work well together. Oftentimes it is just a phone call. Have had absolutely no problems with the folks at Gateway or their products so far. Have ordered 3 notebooks and 2 desktops for myself and sons. Much better than purchasing from local retailer such as Best Buy because of the personal support. And, oftentimes, the discounts and prices are better if you watch the website.

In view of all of the replies to my post, I have indeed forgiven myself and moved on. My client will have his money by this weekend. On the other hand, I forgot to file my husband's Sales Tax Return which is due on the 20th until the 23rd. I hope the DOR will be as forgiving...too much going on in my life right now, which I know is no excuse. I am taking a week of R and R.

I sent him a personal note as am sure he is very busy right now. Does he not have a municipal job, at least part-time? Therefore would be needed in emergency. He will let us know when all is well.

I know that at some point several years ago, I had to file with Cal to e-file (one time only). Have been filing for the same client ever since. See post above. I had one return to file for Colorado this year (2007) and e-file went through fine with no separate registering. I am in WI. You can always check the website for the particular state as in www.Colorado.gov for further info. Welcome to the club. I am sorry that it took you so long to find us. This is an awesome board.

All of your replies are so interesting. Now I know that I don't have to plead the fifth or give up tax prep for at least another year. I've done other stupid things too; but this one was probably the worst. Thanks to Julie and John for also sharing.

There is probably little or no danger of him owing at any future date. Both of his refunds are decent and it is a clean return. Thanks for your reply, John.......

Client left message Mon that he is still waiting for his refund. I did a check on IRS and WI sites. No info available. I suddenly remembered that I was waiting to find out if he wanted DD or paper check as he is an OTR driver. He picked up his papers, paid me and I just totally never remembered to send the e-file. Filed it yesterday and received ACK today. I told him that the lady told me to refile it. Of course, I was the lady who told me that, but he bought it and thanked me for the help. Does this mean I should hang it up or should I finish the extensions that are still piled on my floor. Can we expect a penalty for late filing? Of course, I would pay it if there is one. If I plead "stimulus insanity"; will they forgive it? Just remember, I didn't have to tell this story.

I stand corrected;;;;MACRS is 15 years recovery. Next question...what happens to allowed or allowable if he sells the property and has not taken the deduction.?

I would allow it as a depreciable land improvement; depreciated for 20 years at 50% usage as a deduction against the rental. Cite: Page J-1 Quickfinders for Small Businesses; Asset Class 00.3

Good for you John. You didn't HAVE to tell that story, since you are not a huge fan of ATX. But, good news for the rest of us who back up in a variety of ways but never know for sure if the backups are going to work. Without that, the ending to your story could have been totally different; and your candor is admirable.

In my world, also; unless my brain stops working....

I sent it to my daughter-in-law who works for General Mills. She sent it on to her boss. Very Cute!!!!!

Good for you....and from what we know of you; she is a lucky woman. Wed is our 48th Anniversary. Doesn't seem possible. I still feel younger than that (some of the time). Bless both of you and keep us posted.

I have been sour on Intuit ever since they murdered Parsons Tech; and that is a LONG time. Just spent the third hour in two months on the phone with our Telephone Co trying to get our bill straightened out. The first time we were overcharged$288.96; the second time $179; and now I am told that in six to eight weeks I will receive a refund check. HUH? Watch them try to slip that one through the cracks.

Not so far...........

I agree with KC and John......

I am at my NORTH 40 which is where we go to get away. We plant flower gardens, pick berries (in season) and built a new "lodge" here 2 years ago. And, yes, we had a Mud Room. This 40 is mostly wooded so no plowing though the neighbor is coming tomorrow to rototill a spot for a larger garden. This house is nicer than the one I live in. If I would leave my laptop home, clients wouldn't be able to contact me with "Stupid Stimulus Questions". Back home on Monday and tax season starts again with filing of extended returns which are still coming in as well as amendments from both last year and this (self-prepared) returns. Good Night All! :rolleyes:

Congratulations Joan.....and, yes, it is strange that we have not heard from JB. When we do; I sincerely hope the news is good.