The Stimulus Check has begun processing the next round of third-round Economic Impact Payments. Millions of low-income households can expect a new check worth up to $1,400 for themselves and each qualifying dependent in their household. The IRS also issued supplemental payments to people who earlier received EIP checks based on their 2019 tax returns and are now eligible for a larger payment based on their recently processed 2020 tax return.

This week, millions of people will see their Economic Impact Payment in their bank accounts as a direct deposit or receive a paper check or prepaid debit card known as an EIP Card in the mail. Taxpayers should watch their mail in the coming weeks to make sure they receive their payments. If they have direct deposit, they may want to check their online account to make sure they have the correct information on file with the IRS. The IRS will use the information on file to get a person’s most recent federal records, including income, tax refund or debt paid and bank account details.

Financial Boost: How IRS Refund Stimulus Checks Can Impact You

A few states allow garnishment of a person’s Economic Impact Payment, but many states do not. In some cases, the stimulus payment may indirectly affect state income taxes by increasing how much federal taxes are deducted from a person’s total federal income. That is why some consumer and banking groups are calling on Congress to pass a standalone bill that would exempt the stimulus payment from garnishment.

Andrew Tate was hunkered down in a stark cell at the beginning of 2022, handcuffed and shackled in a four-story police structure in Bucharest, Romania, on charges of rape, human trafficking, and forming an organised crime group to sexually exploit women. Despite the serious charges, he has continued to grow a loyal following of young men and boys online through his app The Real World, which claims to teach members how to get rich and gain financial freedom.

The app’s the real world.ai is slick and full of bold claims that make the Real World sound like a money-making machine. For example, one landing page features videos of people talking about how much they’ve made from the program. However, there’s no substantial evidence that Tate’s teachings lead to sustainable income for his students. The lack of proof and data raises red flags for a business that purports to help its followers become financially independent.

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Tate’s views on female dominance and submission are dangerously misogynistic. They’ve been described by domestic abuse charities as “extreme” and capable of radicalising men and boys to commit harm offline. His insistent emphasis on an alpha male mindset is also problematic, echoing dangerously outdated views on gender that could get him into legal trouble.

Those considering joining the Real World should be wary of its promotional tactics and questions about how it works. Tate doesn’t hide the fact that he uses unethical shortcuts to make quick money – and often boasts about them. While he doesn’t explicitly say that the shortcuts are illegal, they may put him and his followers at risk of being ripped off by scammers or even face legal action from law enforcement.