The IRS began accepting tax returns on Jan. 27, but if you want to claim the child tax credit, you might be waiting awhile ...

The Child Tax Credit (CTC) is a crucial financial tool offered by the IRS, designed to support millions of families across ...

The federal child and dependent care tax credit (CDCTC) is a nonrefundable credit designed to help recover expenses associated with caring for a child under age 13 or a dependent with disabilities.

That year, the Child Tax Credit provided up to $3,600 per child under six and $3,000 per child aged six to 17. For 2025, the maximum child tax credit is $2,000 per qualifying child, unchanged from ...

A new bill looks set to change the rules around the child tax credit, potentially causing millions of Americans to no longer ...

U.S. President Donald Trump has not laid out a new law banning parents who receive child support payments from claiming child ...

Here is what you should know about the child tax credit for this year's tax season and whether you qualify for it.

If you had or adopted your first child in 2024, your taxes are about to get more complicated. Here's a guide to help you through it.

A tax credit directly reduces your tax liability on a dollar-for-dollar basis. This makes it a better option than a tax ...

With a child tax credit, eligible tax payers may be able to reduce their income tax based on how many children they claim as dependents. First introduced in 1997, the federal-level credit ...

Education Tax Credits: If your dependent child is in college, you may be eligible for education credits like the American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC) or the Lifetime Learning Credit. These ...

The child tax credit is shrinking thanks to inflation. It's time Congress increased it, especially given our low and falling birth rate.