Thanks for the quick reply, Zbucklyo. What is technically considered "earned income"? As a test, if I check the box for a full time student, I get the full child care credit (again this was a test as neither of us are students). However, would selling a few items over the internet be considered "earned income" for my wife and thus allow us to take advantage of this child care credit? In other words, would earning for arguments sake under $100 from selling items or doing freelance work for cash be considered "earned income" and thus kick in this full child care credit? Does at least $1 of earned income from each spouse kick in this credit? This makes a considerable difference on our return that is why I am inquiring ! Thanks!!
