How much money do you need to make to file taxes 2017?
Mia Ramsey
Published Mar 29, 2026
Minimum Income Requirements to File a Federal Income Tax Return
| Filing Status | Age | Minimum W-2 Income Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Single | Under 65 | $10,400 |
| 65 or older | $11,950 | |
| Head of Household | Under 65 | $13,400 |
| 65 or older | $14,950 |
Can I still file a 2017 tax return?
May 17, 2021 is the last day to file your original 2017 tax return to claim a refund. If you received an extension for the 2017 return then your deadline is October 15, 2021.
How much can dependent earn and still be claimed 2019?
For 2019, the standard deduction for a dependent child is total earned income plus $350, up to a maximum of $12,200. Thus, a child can earn up to $12,200 without paying income tax.
When does a dependent not have to file a tax return?
This is pretty straightforward. A dependent who doesn’t have unearned income only has to file a separate tax return if earned income is above—$6,350 for 2017. So if your daughter earned less than that, she wouldn’t have to file. But it could be a good idea to do it anyway.
When do I need to file a tax return for my daughter?
In this case, you need to file a separate return if: Unearned income is more than $1,050. Earned income is more than $6,350. Combined income totals more than the larger of $1,050 or earned income (up to $6,000) plus $350. To make this a little clearer, let’s say your daughter had $100 in interest income plus $6,000 in earned income.
What happens if you do not file a tax return?
You won’t be eligible for an OIC if you have not filed all required tax returns. If you submit an OIC without filing all past due returns, the IRS will return your application without consideration and keep any initial payment you sent. The IRS will charge you penalties and interest if you fail to file when you owe additional tax.
How much unearned income does a child have to have to file taxes?
Unearned income between $1,050 and $2,100 is taxed at the child’s rate. Unearned income above $2,100 is taxed at the parent’s highest income tax rate. If your child has a lot of unearned income, that could be pretty significant.