About EITC for Preparers

IRS Note to Tax Preparers

The IRS considers tax professionals essential partners in helping individuals and families understand the complex EITC law and claim EITC only when appropriate. The number of individuals claiming EITC is high and the number of erroneous payments is also high. IRS estimates an error rate of 23 to 28 percent, or $13 to $16 billion paid out in error.

We are committed to providing you with the information and tools needed to prepare accurate and complete EITC returns. Our goal is to increase EITC participation and minimize EITC errors that can potentially delay or even result in denial of the EITC refund.