Has the Stimulus helped?

Open houses have had a marked increase in activity the past three weeks.  We have seen many buyers out looking talking about the $8000 tax credit.  No one knows how to get this money or if it can be used for down payment or closing cost but it has got them looking.  That is the first step.  Maybe this can be a help in getting some people off the fence.  If you know how to get the tax credit to help pay cost, let me know.