Why do i need the providers ssn for the dependent & child care credit?

krisismithmeyer · ‎June 4, 2019

xmasbaby0 · ‎June 4, 2019

You have to enter your childcare provider's SSN or Tax ID because that money is taxable income for the childcare provider. When you claim the childcare credit, the IRS matches up the information you entered with the income reported by that childcare provider.

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xmasbaby0 · ‎June 4, 2019

You have to enter your childcare provider's SSN or Tax ID because that money is taxable income for the childcare provider. When you claim the childcare credit, the IRS matches up the information you entered with the income reported by that childcare provider.

**Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**

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Why do i need the providers ssn for the dependent & child care credit?