What Constitutes a Qualifying Child, Part 1

This humorous IRS video explains what does - and does not - constitute as a qualifying child when trying to claim the EITC. Read Publication 4717 to become familiar with the questions that, by law, tax preparers must ask taxpayers, as well as the documentation taxpayers must provide to verify their filing status and to claim [...]

Earned Income Tax Credit

Millions of workers qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit for the first time due to changes like the birth of a child. Visit IRS.gov/eitc for more details.

Earned Income Tax Credit

Did you know that there's a helpful tax relief program for low and moderate income working families? It's called the earned income tax credit (EITC) and it can help put some extra money in your family's pocket. Depending on your family's income, you could be eligible for a refund even if you don't currently owe income [...]

Earned Income Tax Credit—Get it Right

Many workers with low-to-moderate income may be eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit, also called EITC. To get the credit, you must meet some basic requirements, but if you qualify, it can mean a bigger refund. The amount of the credit you can get depends on your income and family size. Families with at least [...]

Find Out if You Qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit

Did you know the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) can add $6,700 to your federal income tax refund? If you worked and earned low-to-moderate income last year, you might be able to claim the EITC when you file your taxes. The EITC can be worth several thousand dollars if you have children. Taxpayers who do not [...]

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