The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a refundable tax credit aimed at helping low- to moderate-income working individuals and families, particularly those with children. It serves to reduce the amount of tax owed and may result in a refund.
A refundable credit is a tax credit that is paid to a taxpayer even if the amount of the credit exceeds the taxpayer's total tax liability. Notable examples include the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and taxes withheld on wages.
