You may also be eligible for the earned income tax credit.
When people don’t file a tax return, they can lose more than just their refund money. Many taxpayers are eligible for the earned income tax credit. This tax credit can reduce the tax they owe and increase the amount of their refund. It helps people and families whose incomes are less than a certain amount.
For 2021, the earned income tax credit can be as high as $6,728
- No qualifying children: $1,502
- 1 qualifying child: $3,618
- 2 qualifying children: $5,980
- 3 or more qualifying children: $6,728