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Child Tax Credit and Earned Income Credit – Updated for 2026

Navigate complex tax credits, avoid costly due diligence penalties, and master the latest IRS compliance rules.

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BeginnerUpdated Jul 2, 2026
Child Tax Credit and Earned Income Credit – Updated for 2026

What You'll Learn

check_circleExplain what dependent care benefits are
check_circleUnderstand who is a qualifying person
check_circleIdentity qualifying expenses
check_circleUnderstand the tax issues around receiving dependent care benefits from an employer
check_circleIdentify special issues relating to married filing separately

About This Course

Navigate the complexities of family-based tax benefits with a comprehensive exploration of the Child Tax Credit (CTC) and Earned Income Credit (EIC), thoroughly updated for the 2026 tax year. As legislative adjustments and inflation-adjusted thresholds reshape the tax landscape, mastering these high-impact credits is essential for accurate tax preparation and optimal client outcomes.

This course provides an in-depth examination of the latest eligibility rules, updated phase-out ranges, and refined calculation methods applicable to 2026 returns. The discussion covers the critical nuances of the qualifying child definition, the impact of various filing statuses, strict IRS due diligence requirements, and the handling of complex scenarios such as divorced or separated parents.

By focusing on the most recent statutory changes, current IRS guidance, and common compliance pitfalls, this overview delivers the up-to-date information required to confidently navigate and apply the CTC and EIC during the 2026 tax season.

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Lambers Inc.
Lambers Inc.
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Lambers, Inc. is a leader in review courses for the EA, AFSP, and CPA exams. Lambers also offers IRS Continuing Education for Tax Preparers and CPE for CPAs. Accounting and finance professionals around the world incorporate Lambers products into their training programs.

Jason T. Dinesen
Jason T. Dinesen

Tax Educator & CPE Instructor | 1099 Guy & EA Exam Instructor | Podcast Host | Enrolled Agent | Making Tax Education Actually Stick

Jason Dinesen (LPA, EA) is a dynamic entrepreneur and tax expert with 15+ years of experience in accounting, tax prep, and business advisory. A sought-after CPE presenter at MYCPE, he’s trained 200K+ professionals on tax updates, ethics, and IRS guidance Dinesen is renowned for his quick analysis of complex tax laws and engaging teaching style. His expertise spans individual/corporate taxation, making him a trusted voice in the accounting community. Follow him for cutting-edge tax interpretations and prac

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