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IRS Information for Veterans' Survivors

If you have taxable income, check the Internal Revenue Service Web site for a wealth of useful information, including --
  • The Earned Income Tax Credit is a tax break for qualifying individuals and families with low or moderate earned income.


  • Child Tax Credits reduce the taxes of qualifying taxpayers with children.


  • Education Credits are available to qualifying individuals pursuing post-secondary education.


  • Disabled individuals or their families may qualify for special deductions or credits.


  • Find out about free tax help that is available for low-income, disabled, elderly, and non-English speaking individuals.


  • Forms and publications are available for downloading,


  • Check the status of your refund online.


  • E-file - Filing your taxes was never easier.

Where to Get Help

Suggestions for improvements or additions to this site may be sent to this e-mail address.
Please do NOT send benefits questions to this address.

Specific benefits questions should be sent to the "Contact the VA" web site.

Questions about or problems using this web site may be referred to the Webmaster, Veterans Benefits Administration.    Please do not use this e-mail for benefits questions.    You should use the Contact VA web messaging form for that purpose.

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