I paid $11,909.38 in child care expenses for 2024 for my 3 kids and its saying I don't qualify for a tax break

Hannah-m-palumbo · ‎February 18, 2025

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If you have one qualifying child, your dependent care expense is limited to $3,000. If you have two or more, the limit is $6,000. So in your situation, you are limited to $6,000 of expense.

Does your W2 have an amount in box 10? If so, you would potentially not qualify for the credit, depending on the amount.

Do both you and you spouse (if applicable) have income?

What is the Child and Dependent Care Credit?

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