Local businesses predict tax rebate checks to go for basics and debt

As federal stimulus checks arrive in the mailboxes and bank accounts of many San Mateo County taxpayers, local retailers have their fingers crossed that consumers will open up their billfolds and spend.

It's tough right now for small businesses," said Sofia Neciuk, owner of Swiss Jewelers in San Mateo. "The economy isn't good, and some of my customers have talked about layoffs."

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Lufu San Mateo, CA	Reply » \| Report Abuse \| Judge it! \| #1 Jun 7, 2008 I predict my rebate check is going directly into my gas tank to stimulate my car so I can go to work to earn more money to pay off my car loan. I'm getting dizzy.
go plukchen San Mateo, CA	Reply » \| Report Abuse \| Judge it! \| #2 Jun 8, 2008 I heard of this 'tax rebate' is really Easter Bunny, and Thanks giving. These parents are over the age of 30.
go plukchen San Mateo, CA	Reply » \| Report Abuse \| Judge it! \| #3 Jun 8, 2008 Is scary, the person even tried going after persons that didnt need to file, just to get $40. And look its like a child looking for a surprise from mom and dad.

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