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March 22, 2022
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Should I have been asked to use the prior year (2019) earned income on form 1040 Federal Individual, 27c?

  • March 22, 2022
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My only income in 2021 was from unemployment. And I live in Michigan.

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March 22, 2022

Yes, if your income in 2021 is less than your 2019 income, you can use your 2019 earned income to calculate your EITC. Choose the year that gives you the bigger refund. 

Go to the Earned Income Credit section in Deductions & Credit to enter the information.