I am retired. Can I claim the childcare I paid for my granddaughter? She and her mother are both my dependants and the mother is a full-time college student.

joyinobedience · ‎June 4, 2019

KrisD · ‎June 4, 2019

No, the child and dependent care credit is only deductible for working, looking for work, or attending school. Additionally, the Taxpayer needs to have earned income.

CLICK HERE for IRS Pub 503 Child and Dependent Care Credit

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KrisD · ‎June 4, 2019

No, the child and dependent care credit is only deductible for working, looking for work, or attending school. Additionally, the Taxpayer needs to have earned income.

CLICK HERE for IRS Pub 503 Child and Dependent Care Credit

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