Hello. It is unclear to me the rules allowed for a non-custodial parent ( 50% custody ) on what is allowed to be used as a deduction in the specific case below. I have filed and think I may need an amendment. Here is TLDR on accepted federal filing for 2024.
HOH: Yes
EIC: No
Additional child tax credit (form 8812): empty
Form 2241: adjusted credit $600 mostly from daycare expenses
Child tax credit: No
My ex is blocked from filing and gets a cryptic message which mentions form 2241
Ask: As the non-custodial parent, am I allowed to claim daycare expenses on form 2241 and my ex (custodial parent ) is allowed to claim the child credit and child dependent expenses?
Thank you
