JohnB5677
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Get your taxes done using TurboTax

Yes it is taxable.

  • It is taxable both on the federal and in California.
  • Normally rebates are considered a reduction in the purchase price of a product or service. 
  • However, because of IRC section 61: Gross income means all income from whatever source derived unless specifically excluded by law. 
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