JamesG1
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Deductions & credits

If all of the children are below 17 years old, the software is applying the $500 Credit for Other Dependents.

 

Do the dependent children have ITIN's or Social Security numbers?  Dependent children with ITIN's do not qualify for the Child Tax Credit.

 

The qualifications for the Child Tax Credit are here.

 

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