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Internal Revenue Service - Earned Income Tax Credit 2025

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Notice 797 from the IRS informs recipients about the Earned Income Credit (EIC), a refundable tax credit available to certain workers. It outlines eligibility criteria, potential refund amounts for 2024 based on the number of qualifying children, and instructions on how to claim the EIC by filing a tax return. The notice also provides resources for free tax preparation assistance.

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How do I get my EITC refund?

Claim your Refund If you have work income, you can file and claim your EITC refunds, even if you dont owe any income tax. Claiming your EITC is easy. Just file your state and/ or federal tax returns. Be sure to check both state and federal eligibility requirements.

Who qualifies for IRS Earned Income Credit?

You have to be 25 or older but under 65 to qualify for the EIC. You also have to have lived in the United States for more than half of the year and cant be a dependent of another person. In 2024, you can earn up to $18,591 ($25,511 if married and filing a joint) with no qualifying children.

How do I enter EIC on my tax return?

You can do this by entering EIC on line 64a of Form 1040. The amount of EIC you qualify for depends upon your filing status and increases with the number of qualifying children (up to three), is available with earned income of up to $66,819 with a maximum credit of $7,830 for up to three children in 2024.

How do I know if I got EIC?

If you filed a 2022 tax return and received the EIC, it will be listed on IRS Form 1040, line 27.

What qualifies you for EIC on taxes?

Key Takeaways. If you earned less than $66,819 (if Married Filing Jointly) or $59,899 (if filing as Single, Qualifying Surviving Spouse or Head of Household) in tax year 2024, you may qualify for the Earned Income Credit (EIC).

What is the CT earned income tax credit?

The Connecticut Earned Income Tax Credit (or CT EITC) is a refundable state income tax credit for low to moderate income working individuals and families. The state credit mirrors the federal Earned Income Tax Credit.

What disqualifies you from Earned Income Credit?

This includes if: You or your spouse dont have a valid SSN. Your AGI is too high: your earned income and AGI exceed certain limits, you may not be eligible for the EIC. Your investment or foreign income is too high: Both scenarios disqualify you from taking the credit.

How do I claim my EIC refund?

You must file Form 1040, U.S. Individual Income Tax Return or Form 1040-SR, U.S. Tax Return for Seniors. If you are claiming the credit for a qualifying child, you must also file the Schedule EIC (Form 1040 or 1040-SR), Earned Income Credit with your return.

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