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Earned Income Tax Credit

Free Tax Filing (March & April)

If you live, work, or go to school in Irvine and your household income was
less than $58,000 in 2011, you can receive free tax preparation!




What do I bring to prepare my taxes?
  • Social Security Card or ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) for each family member
  • W-2 forms for all jobs worked in 2011
  • All 1099 forms for other income 
  • All 1098 forms for educational expenses
  • Childcare provider information: name, address and Tax ID number (if available)
  • Copy of your 2010 Tax Return
If you earned less than $49,078, you may be eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit.
This tax credit can return up to $5,751 for the 2011 tax year!

How do I qualify for the EITC?
  • Be a U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident Have a valid social security number
  • Have earned income for 2011
  • Earned less than $49,078
  • Eligibility depends on martial status, household income and number of dependents. 
Call 888-434-8248 to see if you are eligible
You can also file your tax return online at http://www.icanefile.org/


Call 888-434-8248 for more information or to schedule an appointment!