4 ways to maximize your tax refund

(NewsNation) — Many Americans count on their tax refund to make ends meet, and there are several things you can do to ensure you get as much money back as possible. A recent Credit Karma survey found that 37% of taxpayers rely on their refund to get by, rising to 50% among millennials.According to the IRS, the average tax refund in 2024 was $3,138, meaning thousands of dollars are potentially at stake when you file your federal tax return. "It's your single largest financial tran