penstruck
Returning Member

Why did my stimulus reduce my refund

I have read through some answers in the discussion threads, but there is no direct answer. 

Why would turbotax deluxe desktop begin with a "credit" from the stimulus? this does not make sense, as many users, myself included, received no stimulus payment because of income restrictions. I am doing my son's taxes (he is married with a child) and his refund went from $4,957 to $3,298 when I entered the two stimulus check payments received. 

Can someone provide a clear answer that can be verified with the IRS

Thanks

Pennee