Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Find Out if You're Eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

The Internal Revenue Service has an online "assistant" that can help you find out [if you may be eligible][1] for the EITC. EITC gives a tax break to individuals who earn a low to moderate income. After answering a few questions, the [2011 EITC Assistant][2] will help you find out if you are eligible, if your children qualify and give you an estimate of your tax credit. The EITC Assistant is also available in [Spanish][3]. Learn more about [other income exclusions and tax deductions][4] that may apply to individuals with disabilities.

[1]: http://www.eitc.irs.gov/central/abouteitc/basicqualifications/
[2]: http://apps.irs.gov/app/eitc2011/SetLanguage.do?lang=en
[3]: http://apps.irs.gov/app/eitc2011/SetLanguage.do?lang=es
[4]: http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=168606,00.html

URL: http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=96406,00.html

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