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Enrolled Agent Exam [Part 2] 69, Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)
Published: July 5, 2026
Duration: 3:30
This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.
In this episode you will learn:
- The WOTC is a general business credit for hiring individuals from specific targeted groups who face employment barriers.
- The credit is calculated as either 25% (for 120-399 hours worked) or 40% (for 400+ hours worked) of qualified first-year wages.
- Qualified wages are generally capped at the first $6,000 of earnings, resulting in a m...