What is the max earned income credit?

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Using the 2009 federal 1040 income tax return August 3 2010

Just a guess filing status Single qualifying earned income amount from the worksheet is 5951 the maximum EITC amount would be 457 when you are qualified to claim 1 exemption for your self on your 1040 income tax return for the EITC amount.

Go to the IRS gov website and use the search box for EITC Home Page It's easier than ever to find out if you qualify for EITC The Earned Income Tax Credit or the EITC is a refundable federal income tax credit for low to moderate income working individuals and families. Congress originally approved the tax credit legislation in 1975 in part to offset the burden of social security taxes and to provide an incentive to work. When EITC exceeds the amount of taxes owed, it results in a tax refund to those who claim and qualify for the credit.

To qualify, taxpayers must meet certain requirements and file a tax return, even if they do not have a filing requirement.