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The rules for a qualifying child are pretty straightforward.
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If you pay someone to watch your qualifying child or dependent (generally, a child under age 13) while you work or look for work, you can, in theory claim the Child and Dependent Care Credit.
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This monthly enrollment feature is in contrast to the other types of pre-tax benefits, like health care flexible spending accounts, which limit your ability to sign-up to just once a year during open enrollment period or when you experience a qualifying life event, such as the birth of a child.
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The cost of sending your child to an after school program may be a qualifying expense, even if it focuses on a particular activity.
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Q-17: If a registered domestic partner adopts the child of his or her partner as a second parent or co-parent, may the adopting parent claim the adoption credit for the qualifying adoption expenses he or she pays or incurs to adopt the child?
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The non-refundable child care credit can be up to 35% of your qualifying expenses, depending upon your adjusted gross income (AGI).
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