1462239
turbotax icon
cancel
Showing results for 
Search instead for 
Did you mean: 
Announcements
Close icon
Do you have a TurboTax Online account?

We'll help you get started or pick up where you left off.

CCB1
Level 2

At first I was told that only child support could garnish your stimulus. Now I'm being told that private debtors can garnish your stimulus as well. I have a lot of medical debt. Sbould I be worried?

Supposed to say should I be worried.
x
Do you have an Intuit account?

Do you have an Intuit account?

You'll need to sign in or create an account to connect with an expert.

1 Best answer

Accepted Solutions
MinhT1
Expert Alumni

At first I was told that only child support could garnish your stimulus. Now I'm being told that private debtors can garnish your stimulus as well. I have a lot of medical debt. Sbould I be worried?

The IRS can only offset your stimulus payment only for owed child support, and NOT for any other debts. This is the law.

**Say "Thanks" by clicking the thumb icon in a post
**Mark the post that answers your question by clicking on "Mark as Best Answer"

View solution in original post

1 Reply
MinhT1
Expert Alumni

At first I was told that only child support could garnish your stimulus. Now I'm being told that private debtors can garnish your stimulus as well. I have a lot of medical debt. Sbould I be worried?

The IRS can only offset your stimulus payment only for owed child support, and NOT for any other debts. This is the law.

**Say "Thanks" by clicking the thumb icon in a post
**Mark the post that answers your question by clicking on "Mark as Best Answer"

Unlock tailored help options in your account.

message box icon

Get more help

Ask questions and learn more about your taxes and finances.

Post your Question