Are you unable to work because of a handicap or disability? If so, you may qualify for the Social Security Disability Tax Credit, which may significantly reduce the amount of money you pay to the IRS each year in taxes.

To claim the Social Security Disability Tax Credit, you must either be a U.S. citizen or a resident alien (see this website for more information). Your income must be below a certain level, and you must also be under 65 years old at the end of the tax year (if you are over 65, you may be able to claim the “Elderly Credit” instead, which has no disability requirement).  In addition, you must be unable to perform any “substantial gainful activity” (anything done for pay) because of a serious mental or physical condition. A doctor must confirm that your condition is either terminal or will likely last for at least a year.

The IRS has lots of information on their website that can help you in claiming the Social Security Disability Tax Credit. You may also wish to speak to a disability attorney, such as H. Russell Vick, for help.

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