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    th251980 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Jan 2, 2009, 09:11 PM
    Can I get earned income for my dependent parents?
    Last year I claimed both of my parents as dependents but I was wondering if I can also get earned income credit for them? They are both disabled and living with me.
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    Jan 3, 2009, 06:41 AM

    I think the earned income deduction is for minor children when you are married.
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    Jan 3, 2009, 07:15 AM

    No, you do not qualify for EIC. The dependent must be your Qualifying Child, not parents.
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    Jan 6, 2009, 05:53 PM
    Agreed; dependents parents are NOT qualifying persons for the EIC.
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