Earned Income Tax Credit

You may be eligible for a larger tax refund! The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a benefit for working people with low to moderate income. To qualify, you must meet certain requirements and file a tax return, even if you do not owe any tax or are not required to file. EITC reduces the amount of tax you owe and may give you a refund.  A third of Americans qualifying for EITC are newly eligible.  

Federal government site that will lead you to answers about the Earned Income Tax Credit. In general, the state and federal qualifications are the same. Find out if you qualify and if you can receive the credit each pay period instead of a lump sum refund.