The Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit helps offset the costs of care for children under 13 and other qualifying dependents while you work or look for work. For 2026, you can claim a percentage of up ...

This is one of two bills that could double the child care and dependent care tax credit for lower-income families.

Last week, the Republican Study Committee released a legislative framework intended to make the American Dream more affordable. The goal is laudable, and many of the ideas are sound. But among the ...

Parents looking for tax breaks will have a number of options to claim, but undocumented and mixed status families are at risk of losing certain federal tax benefits.

The Credit for Other Dependents provides a $500 tax benefit for qualifying dependents who don’t meet the requirements for the Child Tax Credit. This credit covers dependents age 17 or older, including ...