What is the formula for earned income credit?

What is the formula for earned income credit?

If your adjusted gross income is greater than your earned income your Earned Income Credit is calculated with your adjusted gross income and compared to the amount you would have received with your earned income. The lower of these two calculated amounts is your Earned Income Credit.

What was the child tax credit for 2012?

The Child Tax Credit is up to $1,000 for each qualifying child who was under the age of 17 at the end of 2012. This credit can be claimed in addition to the credit for child and dependent care expenses, but phases out for married couples who earn over $110,000 and single filers who earn more than $75,000.

How much EIC will I get?

2020 Earned Income Tax Credit

Number of children Maximum earned income tax credit Max earnings, single or head of household filers
0 $538 $15,820
1 $3,584 $41,756
2 $5,920 $47,440
3 or more $6,660 $50,954

How is the Earned Income Credit ( EIC ) calculated?

The earned income credit or EIC is automatically calculated by the program and many factors contribute to how it is calculated. Please read the article below or click here to see the Earned Income Credit Table to see the amount for which you are eligible.

Can a tax refund be greater than an EIC?

In some cases the EIC can be greater than your total income tax bill, providing an income tax refund to families that may have little or no income tax withheld from their paychecks. Use this calculator see if you qualify for the Earned Income Credit, and if so, how much it might be worth to you and your family. Choose your filing status.

What’s the maximum income you can get on EIC?

For current year 2020 returns, the maximum credit can be as much as $6,660 for workers supporting three or more children. A worker supporting two children can get up to $5,920 with the credit. A worker with one child can get up to $3,584 with the credit. And $538 is available to a childless eligible employee.

Can You claim the EIC if your AGI is equal to the applicable limit?

If your AGI (Adjusted Gross Income) is equal to or more than the applicable limit listed above, you cannot claim the EIC. All wage or salary income, as well as any self-employment earnings, count toward the eligibility limits.