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 ...

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 ...

Child care is one of the biggest expenses many families face. In most U.S. states, the cost of day care now exceeds public college tuition — and in 17 states, it’s even higher than the average rent.

Want to unlock tax savings? Claiming a dependent on your tax return can reduce what you owe or boost your refund. But if ...