1. From within your TaxAct return (Online or Desktop) click on the Federal tab. On smaller devices, click the menu icon in the upper left-hand corner, then select Federal
2. Click Other Credits to expand the section, then click Earned Income Credit
3. The program will proceed with the interview questions for you to enter or review your EIC information

Additional Information

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC or EIC) is a refundable income tax credit for working individuals and families with modest incomes. As a refundable credit, the EIC becomes a tax refund when the amount of the credit exceeds the amount of tax owed.

For 2016, the credit is worth a maximum of:

•$6,269 with three or more qualifying children
•$5,572 with two qualifying children
•$3,373 with one qualifying child
•$506 with no qualifying children 

In order to qualify for the credit, your adjusted gross income (AGI) must be less than:

•$47,955 ($53,505 married filing jointly) with three or more qualifying children
•$44,648 ($50,198 married filing jointly) with two qualifying children
•$39,296 ($44,846 married filing jointly) with one qualifying child
•$14,880 ($20,430 married filing jointly) with no qualifying children

Your total investment income must also be $3,400 or less for the year.

See the IRS website EITC Central for more information.

Related Links:

• Earned Income Amount Increases 
• Other Earned Income Credit FAQs