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Deductions & credits
The IRS is looking for a statement with proof of residency that the child lives in the same home as you for more than half the year.
The letter must show:
- The name of the child's parent or guardian.
- The child's home address. The address must match yours.
- Dates when the child lived with you.
If your employer cannot provide you a letter, they ask you to send us copies of:
- School, medical or social services records.
- Letters on official letterhead from a:
- School
- Healthcare or medical provider
- Social service agency
- Placement agency official
- Indian tribal official
- Landlord or property manager
- Church, synagogue, mosque or other place of worship
Please see the IRS link What to Do if We Audit Your Claim.
@ChristinaMichelle09
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‎February 15, 2022
6:55 AM