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What is the EIC?

The earned income credit (EIC) is a tax credit for certain people who work and have earned income under $35,458. A tax credit usually means more money in your pocket. It reduces the amount of tax you owe. The EIC may also give you a refund. 

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What's New

Earned income amount is more.   The maximum amount of income you can earn and still get the credit has increased. You may be able to take the credit if:
  • You have more than one qualifying child and you earned less than $35,263 ($37,263 for married filing jointly),
  • You have one qualifying child and you earned less than $31,030 ($33,030 for married filing jointly), or
  • You do not have a qualifying child and you earned less than $11,750 ($13,750 for married filing jointly).
 

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