Welcome to the Nebraska Virtual Tax School

Learn to prepare taxes like a pro, from the comfort of your home.

Lesson 3: Federal Income, Deductions, and Credits

This lesson is a deeper dive into federal tax law, covering different types of income, common deductions, and valuable credits like the Child Tax Credit and Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).

Key Topics

  • Identifying Different Types of Income (W-2, 1099, etc.)
  • Above-the-Line vs. Below-the-Line Deductions
  • Understanding Tax Credits
  • The Child Tax Credit (CTC)
  • The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
  • Other Common Credits and Deductions