The IRS wants to reimburse California taxpayers $92 million. Are you qualified?

According to the IRS, Californians may be cashed if they fail to complete their previous year’s tax returns by next month.

The IRS is currently continuing about $92.3 million, ready to spread among the 116,300 state taxpayers who have not filed their 2021 tax.

Returns must be submitted by April 15. According to the IRS, the median refund for the estimated return is $600.

How to know if you are eligible

Californians can use the IRS2GO mobile app to verify eligibility, check their refund status, pay and find free tax services, according to the IRS.

Low to middle-income workers may also be eligible for income tax credit, which is a refundable tax deduction. If you meet certain requirements, have children or other dependents and/or disability, the refund credit will be increased.

In 2021, the EITC for eligible child taxpayers is $6,728.

To check if you are eligible, use the EITC Assistant, which will ask a series of questions to determine eligibility. The questionnaire does not require sensitive personal information, such as your name, social security number, address or bank account number.

What happens if you miss the deadline

If the taxpayer does not file before the April deadline, any unclaimed refunds will become the property of the U.S. Treasury Department.

If you owe the IRS, don’t pay child support, or should have paid on a student loan in the past, the refund amount can also be reduced. If you have not filed a 2022 or 2023 tax return, you can also book the currency.

How to get key files

The IRS urges taxpayers to collect past documents in large quantities before the deadline, as it may take weeks to ensure that.

Here is how to access important tax documents to submit taxes in 2021:

• Create an IRS online account that allows you to view, download or print tax return records and transcripts of past returns, account information, salary and profit statements, and more. Remember that the transcript is not a photocopy of past tax returns. To get a copy, submit Form 4506 to the IRS.
• Taxpayers may request copies of missing forms from their employer, bank, or salary service provider, such as W-2, W-4, 1098, 1099 or 5498. If you cannot access the form through your employer, you can ask for a transcript to be mailed to you, which may take five to 10 calendars to arrive. Since the request will require you to provide sensitive information, the IRS recommends that you close your internet browser immediately after submission.
• Requests can also be made by calling the agency’s automated telephone transcript service at (800) 908-9946.

Where to submit 2021 tax for free

Los Angeles County provides free tax services that can be provided to those who are eligible for income.

Free taxes are expected to have dozens of locations across the county to help people who are under $67,000 a year submit their taxes for free. The program is conducted through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program or VITA for IRS certified volunteers.

The Cal State Northridge Vita Clinic has 14 locations in the San Fernando Valley and provides free income tax assistance to residents who are less than $67,000 a year, according to the clinic’s website. Some places can be explained in Spanish.

Other universities also offer free tax preparation services, including UCLA, CAL State Long Beach and Cal State LA

For more information on clinic time, location and language support, visit their website.

The Sunland-Tujunga branch library will offer free tax services on Saturday until April 12. Spanish and Armenian explanations are available.

On date day, make sure to bring the following items:

• Government-issued photo ID card, driver's license or passport.
• Social Security Card or ITIN Document.
• Income form, such as W-2, 1099 or 1098.
• If applicable, a copy of additional income and fees – such as tuition fee form 1098-t or daycare fee documents.
• Bank account and routing number, refund if you prefer direct deposit.
• Previous tax returns may help complete the service.

For ITIN or individual taxpayer ID application, please bring an original or copy of your passport, U.S. visa, or driver's license.

How to avoid scams

The IRS will never contact you via social media, provide gift cards, threaten to call law enforcement or immigration officials, take away a driver's license, leave pre-recorded voicemails or mail tax debt settlement ads.

If you are cheated, you can visit the IdentityTheft.gov website of the Federal Trade Commission.