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The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a tax benefit for people who work.

If you qualify, it will:

  • Reduce your taxes, and
  • Could give you back over $4,500

Even if you dont owe taxes, you can still get the EITC!

You may qualify if, in 2006, you were earning:

  • Less than $36,348 (or less than $38,348 for married workers) with two or more qualifying children
  • Less than $32,001 (or less than $34,001 for married workers) with one qualifying child
  • Less than $12,120 (or less than $14,120 for married workers) with no qualifying children


Click here for a list of free tax preparation sites and schedules

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