My income is below $63,000, but I can't get the earned income tax credit. I got it last year. What am I missing?

dgroth2525 · ‎February 27, 2024

Nothing has changed from last year other than more income.

xmasbaby0 · ‎February 27, 2024

What is your filing status and how many children are you claiming as dependents?

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1899157-what-are-the-qualifications-for-the-earned-income-credit-e...

https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/individuals/earned-income-tax-credit/use-the-eitc-assistant

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dgroth2525 · ‎February 27, 2024

Married filing jointly. 1 child. Same as last year.

xmasbaby0 · ‎February 28, 2024

In your post above you mention that your income is "below $63,000. " If you are married filing jointly with one child, you are not eligible for EIC if your income is above $53,120.

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My income is below $63,000, but I can't get the earned income tax credit. I got it last year. What am I missing?