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posted Jun 6, 2019 1:50:25 AM

I am a disabled veteran with no taxable income (i receive veteran benefits) but have a dependent child. is there any way i can file a return?

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Level 15
Jun 6, 2019 1:50:27 AM

So sorry, but without taxable income there is no benefit to filing a tax return.  You are not eligible to receive any of the child-related credits without earned income.

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Level 15
Jun 6, 2019 1:50:27 AM

So sorry, but without taxable income there is no benefit to filing a tax return.  You are not eligible to receive any of the child-related credits without earned income.