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Sample Newsletter Article
October 22, 2012
Families - Get the Tax Credits You Deserve!
Did you know that many families are eligible for valuable tax credits every year? Whether or not you owe any income tax, you could get thousands of dollars in tax benefits.
To get these credits, you must file a tax return. Find out where you can get your taxes prepared for free by calling is (800) 906-9887 or visiting http://irs.treasury.gov/freetaxprep.
When you file your taxes, make sure you ask about these credits:
- The federal Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit is for families that pay for child care when they go to work. This credit is worth up to $2,100.
- The federal Child Tax Credit (CTC) is for families raising children. This credit is worth up to $1,000 per child, and is refundable for families earning at least $3,000.
- The federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is designed to boost the wages of eligible families. This refundable credit is worth up to $5,891 and is available to married couples earning less than $50,270 or singles earning less than $45,060.
Most states have additional tax credits for working families – be sure to ask!
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