Note: "...if he qualifies with a lesser paying job in the future!..." The job has nothing to do with the basic requirements of the the residency test for claiming EIC. The 183 night rule must be first met before the earnings are considered. Earning only determine the amount of EIC once the 183 night (more than half the year) rule is met.
**Disclaimer: This post is for discussion purposes only and is NOT tax advice. The author takes no responsibility for the accuracy of any information in this post.**
