What's the difference between a deduction and a credit?

What you'll learn

What deductions and tax credits are, and how they're different
How the standard deduction shrinks the income the IRS taxes you on
Which common credits put real dollars back in your pocket
How to spot deductions and credits you (or your family) might actually qualify for
Why learning this now saves you money the moment you start earning

A Vivoso lesson, written for your age group and your state. Read it or listen in about 15 to 20 minutes with full access.