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posted Jan 29, 2025 12:45:31 PM

I meet all the requirements for the child and dependent care credit so why does it keep saying I don't?

I have checked and rechecked the daycare facility's information I put in plus I entered how much I paid them for 2024, but it still says I don't qualify. It makes no sense. I have qualified every year since my son started- he's in kindergarten this year, but still goes to daycare after school.

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Level 15
Jan 29, 2025 12:50:29 PM

Have you entered your income from a W-2 or self-employment?  The childcare credit will not work until you have entered income from working.

Level 15
Jan 29, 2025 12:50:44 PM

Have you entered your earned income on the tax return?  And if married have you entered your spouse's earned income on the tax return?