SAN ANTONIO – Stimulus payments could be lifesaving tools for Americans who need them the most. Others, however, may not necessarily have an urgent need to spend their $1,400 stimulus right away. Food, late rent or mortgage payments or any overdue bills are included in these urgent needs. If you don’t have anything pressing that’s overdue or have any money left over, consider using your stimulus as a cash cushion for necessities later. AdIf you have all that covered, you may also consider using your stimulus to add money to a high-interest savings account or a long-term savings account.

The first batch of the $1,400 stimulus checks are being sent out this weekend. While you’re waiting to receive your stimulus check in the mail, here’s what you can do in the meantime:Track your stimulus payment onlineThe IRS has launched its “Get My Payment” website so residents can track the status of their stimulus check. In other words, if the IRS has already received your 2020 tax return, your third stimulus check will be based on that. Just wait it out, be patientThere are millions of stimulus checks in the process of being distributed across the nation. The IRS said the payments will be automatic and that you won’t need to take any action to ensure your stimulus check arrives.