The Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit is a way that the federal government helps put money directly back in the pockets of working families. If you have to pay for care for your children or ...

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.

If you pay or receive child support, you may have questions about tax rules for child support and how this could affect your income tax filing. The IRS recognizes the role of The IRS does not consider ...

Want to unlock tax savings? Claiming a dependent on your tax return can reduce what you owe or boost your refund. But if you’re divorced, share custody or unsure about eligibility, the IRS rules can ...

Did your kids get a taste of the real world and decide that living off Mom and Dad was not so bad after all? Cheer up… you may still be able to claim them as dependents on your taxes. In the past, ...

A step-by-step guide to help you fill out a W-4 Beverly is a writer, editor, and paralegal specializing in personal finance and tax law. She covers personal financial and legal topics, as well as tax ...