can i go back to my 2006 tax return although i already filed it and get the EIC refund i was eligible for?

Answer 1

YES YOU CAN!

Just file an Amended return-here is the link for you to download the form: http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f1040x.pdf

Here is some info on filing an amended return as well: http://www.irs.gov/taxtopics/tc308.html

If the gov't owes you money because you qualify for EIC, then you can fill out an amended tax return (form 1040x) and they will send you a check if you really do qualify. It will take at least 6-8 weeks for them to process it though--amended returns always take longer.

Answer 2

If you were qualified for EIC or any other credit and failed to include that in your 2006 return you may file an amendment with a IRS Form 1040X. Those are not easy to do without software or a good understanding of tax preparation. If you had a tax service prepare your tax return and they missed the EIC they should file the 1040X for free. (if not find a new tax service).

Answer 3

Yes. To my knowledge, you have to file a federal, ad possibly a state 1040x (Tax Return Amendment Form) to do this. You can only go back three years to amend returns.

Which leads to an irritating thought: The IRS can go back 7 years to audit, but we only get three. Some justice form the Democrat Roosevelt's temporary tax... (Franklin Roosevelt instituted the mandatory income tax during his 3+ terms in office, during the New Deal - Here's something new... I'll take your money if you don't give it to me voluntarily.)

Answer 4

If you were eligible for EIC but didn't claim it, you can file an amended return and will get it if you're eligible.

Answer 5

You can file a 1040X to amend your return.

Answer 6

You may be able to do so. Check with the IRS or an accountant. However, how much of a refund would you get? You have to decide if it's worth it for you to do so...