Don’t Miss Out on the Earned Income Tax Credit

A little known provision in the tax code could help rural residents save a little money on their taxes, or get more money in their return.

It’s called the Earned Income Tax Credit and it allows low-income people who worked to get a credit for each dollar they earned.

Ohio State University Extension Consumer Policy Expert, Lauren Jones says there are still many who miss out.

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“Somewhere around 40 percent of the people who are eligible for the credit don’t actually end up claiming it.”

Jones says it can be worth…

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“Up to $5,000 for the lowest income, single-parent families with multiple children.”

For more information, check out IRS.gov or talk with tax professional.