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Wikipedia: Researching with Wikipedia
Publisher(s):This article provides an overview of Wikipedia, noting its strengths and weaknesses as a research tool. Discusses the quality, editorial administration, oversight, and management of articles, and offers special research considerations and guidance.
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Earned Income Tax Credit
Publisher(s):This page provides a good overview of the history and purpose of the EITC, as well as details about how to qualify and an easy to read chart of refund levels.
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Refund Anticipation Loan
Publisher(s):Refund Anticipation Loans (RALs) are high-interest loans tax payers can purchase to speed up delivery of their tax refunds. The majority of taxpayers who purchase RALs are low-income people claiming the EITC. Many policy makers and advocacy groups believe RALs to be a predatory lending practice. This site provides the history of RALs, rates and risks, current relevant policy efforts, and additional references.