How should I fill out my withholding

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May 13, 2026
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Married, 1 child, grandmother lives with me

Ask the Experts - W4 - May 2026

Chslade

Employee Tax Expert

Since you’re married and filing together, select 'Married filing jointly' in Step 1. In Step 3, you’ll calculate your credits for dependents. For a child under age 17, the credit is $2,200. If your child is over 17, then you're eligible to receive $500 credit for other dependents if your child is under 19 or 24, a full time college student and you're providing more than half of the child's support. Additionally, if your grandmother’s gross income is less than $5,300 and you provide more than half of her financial support, you can claim the $500 credit for other dependents. Your total amount for Step 3 would be $2,700 (if the child is under 17)or $1,000 (if the child is over 17).