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The document provides the 2018 instructions for Schedule 8812, which is used to claim the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC). It outlines new requirements for qualifying children, including a valid social security number (SSN) and changes in credit amounts and income thresholds. The document also includes reminders about delayed refunds for ACTC claims, improper claims consequences, and specific instructions for filers. Additionally, it clarifies that ACTC refunds do not affect eligibility for federal assistance programs.

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Who qualifies for schedule 8812?

The child has to be younger than 17 at the end of the tax year and cannot provide more than half of their own financial support. Finally, each child you claim a credit for has to have have lived with you for more than half of the tax year.

What are the 6 requirements for claiming a child as a dependent?

Child Relationship must be your: Age: Are under 13 years old. Residency: Lived with you for more than 1/2 the year. Support: Did not provide more than 1/2 of his/her own support. Joint Return: Did not file a joint federal or state income tax return.

What makes you eligible for a Child Tax Credit?

1) Age test - For these tax years, a child must have been under age 17 (i.e., 16 years old or younger) at the end of the tax year for which you claim the credit. 2) Relationship test - The child must be your own child, a stepchild, or a foster child placed with you by a court or authorized agency.

How to fill out a child tax credit?

You can claim the Child Tax Credit by entering your children and other dependents on Form 1040, U.S. Individual Income Tax Return, and attaching a completed Schedule 8812, Credits for Qualifying Children and Other Dependents.

How to calculate additional child tax credit?

People who dont owe taxes or owe less than the credit amount may be able to get a partial refund by claiming the additional child tax credit (ACTC). The IRS figures your additional child tax credit amount by multiplying your earned income above $2,500 by 15%.

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What is the maximum additional child tax credit?

The Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC) is the refundable portion of the Child Tax Credit. The credit is worth up to $1,700 per child in the 2024 and 2025 tax years. Income limitations apply to both tax credits.

What disqualifies you from earned income credit?

If you received more than $11,600 in investment income or income from rentals, royalties, or stock and other asset sales during 2024, you cant qualify for the EIC. This amount increased from $11,000 in 2023. You have to be 25 or older but under 65 to qualify for the EIC.

Does everyone need to file Schedule 8812?

In 2022, if the total credit amount for all of your qualifying children exceeds the amount of tax you owe for the year, the IRS requires you to prepare Schedule 8812 to claim this amount.

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