Tax Credits and Refunds

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Fact Sheets

“The Renter’s Refund” Property Tax Refund

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Tax Rules for Adoption, Foster Care and Relatives Raising Kids

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Can I Claim a Child on My Tax Return?

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Tax Refunds for People with Low Incomes

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Helpful Websites

United Way 211

Author: United Way 211

Call 2-1-1 or Toll Free: 800-543-7709 or Local: 651-291-0211 or text your zip code to 898-211 (texting available M-F 8am-7pm) or search at the website. United Way 2-1-1 provides free and confidential health and human services information for people in Minnesota. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to connect you with the resources and information you need.

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Earned Income Tax Credit information

Author: IRS

Information about the Earned Income Tax Credit, including changes for 2018 tax filings.

Go to the website: IRS.gov - EITC

Rules for Claiming a Dependent on Taxes - IRS Publication 501

Author: IRS

IRS publication explaining the rules for claiming a dependent on your taxes, including information for relatives with custody, divorced parents, and other situations.

Go to the website: Rules for Claiming a Dependent on Taxes - IRS Publication 501

IRS Coronavirus Tax Relief

Author: IRS

The IRS information about tax filing and the payment checks being issued by the government in response to Coronavirus.

Go to the website: IRS Coronavirus Tax Relief information

Does My Child/Dependent Qualify for the Child Tax Credit or the Credit for Other Dependents?

Author: IRS

Interview to help you understand if you can claim a child or dependent on your tax return for the current tax year.

Go to the website: IRS.gov - Child Tax Credit information

AARP Tax-Aide - free tax help

Author: AARP

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free, individualized tax preparation for low-to moderate-income taxpayers - especially those 50 and older - at nearly 5,000 locations nationwide.

Go to the website: AARP Tax-Aide sites for free tax preparation

Tax Credits

Author: Get it Back Campaign

Learn about different tax credits for working people and how to find free help with taxes.

Go to the website: Tax Credits - the Get it Back Campaign

Free Tax Return Preparation Help - IRS.gov

Author: IRS

Find free tax preparation sites for people with low-incomes and seniors.

Go to the website: Free Tax Help - IRS.gov

Free Tax Preparation Sites in Minnesota

Author: Minnesota Department of Revenue

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and AARP Tax-Aide programs help prepare federal and state income tax and property tax refund returns. There are over 220 free tax preparation sites available across Minnesota. You may qualify for free tax preparation for your returns.

Go to the website: Free Tax Preparation Sites listing - Minnesota Department of Revenue

Bridge to Benefits

Author: Bridge to Benefits

A free screening tool to help people in Minnesota learn if they may be able to get help from certain benefits programs. It is not an application, but may help determine if you are eligible.

Go to the website: Screening Tool - Bridge to Benefits

Minnesota Property Tax Refund - Renters and Owners

Author: Minnesota Department of Revenue

Learn about and apply for the property tax refund for homeowners and renters. Also referred to as the "renter's refund."

Go to the website: Minnesota Property Tax Refund - Renters and Owners - MN Department of Revenue

Prepare and Prosper - free tax preparation help

Author: Prepare and Prosper

Learn about options and locations for free tax preparation help

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Q & A

The new Child Tax Credit

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