Getting a tax refund often feels like luck, but it usually comes down to knowing which tax credits you qualify for and claiming them correctly. Tax credits can help reduce your tax bill dollar-for-dollar. Some are even refundable, meaning you could get money back from the IRS even if you don’t owe any taxes.
GOBankingRates spoke to David A. Perez, a tax professional and founder of Tax Maverick, who said many people miss out on tax credits because they don’t understand how they work or if they qualify. He shared five ways you may be able to get money back from the IRS using tax credits.
