I had a child in 2018 but for some reason it does not qualify me for either the EIC or a child tax credit. Why is that? I am 18 and married.

morrowind2000 · ‎June 1, 2019

SweetieJean · ‎June 1, 2019

Be sure to enter that the child lived with you all year (which is okay for newborns).

Were you married in 2018? Did/can anyone else (such as your own parent) claim you as a dependent?

xmasbaby0 · ‎June 1, 2019

Are you filing a joint return with your spouse?

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SweetieJean · ‎June 1, 2019

Be sure to enter that the child lived with you all year (which is okay for newborns).

Were you married in 2018? Did/can anyone else (such as your own parent) claim you as a dependent?

morrowind2000 · ‎June 1, 2019

Thank you! I missed that newborn tip.

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I had a child in 2018 but for some reason it does not qualify me for either the EIC or a child tax credit. Why is that? I am 18 and married.