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How can my refund be more than the federal withholding on my W-2?

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This usually happens when some credits you receive are refundable.

Examples of refundable tax credits include:

  • Earned Income Credit (EIC)
  • Additional child tax credit
  • Part of the American Opportunity Credit — Form 8863
  • Net Premium Tax Credit

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