You may be eligible for the Earned Income Credit and the Child Tax Credit, depending on your income and your circumstances. Check out this flier for some basic info.

And anyone whose household income is $49,000 or less – regardless of family size – is eligible for free income tax preparation through a VITA site. There are plenty of local sites. For info, see this flier. (This posting is for your information only and is not an endorsement. Use your own judgment as to whether this service is right for you.)