"Other Payments and Credits"

[fwasilewskilak]

I cannot figure out why I have $4,031 in "Other Payments and Credits" in 2018 but $0 in 2019.  I cannot figure out what that relates to.  I have not done anything different in 2019 versus 2018 so I would assume I should have the same credits.  

Please help.

Thank you,

Frank

[HelenC12]

Most of the credits are based on your income, filing status, whether you have dependents, if you're a student, etc.

Here are a few places to check to see what credits you received in 2018 versus 2019:

2018 Form 1040, Lines 12a and 12b,

2018 Form 1040, Line 17,

2018 Schedule 3 non-refundable tax credits like:

• Foreign tax credit
• Credit for child and dependent care expenses
• Education credits 
• Retirement savings contributions credit 
• Residential energy credit

[fwasilewskilak]

This was perfect. Thank you.