Did you already file? If so that was a mistake, you should not file until any questions you have are answered. If you did not file, we might be able to help you fix any issues. If you did file, you will have to prepare an amended return.
Start by printing your tax return. Look at it carefully.
- Is the head of household box checked?
- Is your dependent listed? What boxes are checked?
- Do you have any credits listed on line 13 or line 18?
Then, answer these questions about your dependent:
- Are you living alone with your child or with an unmarried partner?
- If alone with your child, does the child live with you more than half the nights of the year? If yes, how did you answer that question in Turbotax?
- If you live with an unmarried partner, did the partner also put the child on their tax return? How did you answer the question about a custody agreement to share the dependent?
