CalEITC, the California Earned Income Tax Credit, is a refundable tax credit for low-income working peoples which is designed to supplement the federal EITC. But how much is it actually worth and when will it be paid? MARCA.com has all the crucial details…
The CalEITC was introduced to provide additional support to those struggling financially, particularly those with low to moderate incomes, as 16.4% of Californians were classified as in poverty in 2019 by the California Poverty Measure.
The credit amount depends on various factors such as income, filing status, and the number of qualifying children. It’s intended to help low-income individuals and families meet basic needs and reduce poverty.
The amount offered by the CalEITC in 2024 is very significant, with tax credits of up to $1200 being offered as a one-time payment depending on income and tax filing dates. It hopes to continue to relieve the pressure placed upon families by the response to the Covid-!9 pandemic.
To be eligible, a claimant must have filed their 2020 taxes, qualified for the CalEITC, have used an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number during tax filing, possessed a total California Adjusted Gross Income of no more than $75,000 and must have resided in California for over half of 2020.
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