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Guide to filing your taxes in 2023

Changes for 2023

For tax year 2022 some tax credits that were expanded in 2021 will return to 2019 levels. This means that affected taxpayers will likely receive a smaller refund compared with the previous tax year. The 2023 changes include amounts for the Child Tax Credit (CTC), Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), and Child and Dependent Care Credit.

Those who got $3,600 per dependent in 2021 for the CTC will, if eligible, get $2,000 for the 2022 tax year.
For the EITC, eligible taxpayers with no children who received roughly $1,500 in 2021 will now get a maximum of $530 in 2022.
The Child and Dependent Care Credit returns to a maximum of $2,100 in 2022 instead of $8,000 in 2021.

Different ways to file your taxes

If you are one of the estimated 100 million people that are eligible to file your tax return for free you can keep all of your refund money by choosing one of three options.

In person full-service tax preparation

The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) , AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, and The Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs have operated for over 50 years. All these services use IRS certified tax preparers and meet high IRS quality standards. VITA/TCE and Tax-Aide sites offer free tax help to people who need assistance in preparing their tax returns, including:

People who generally make $60,000 or less
Persons with disabilities; and
Limited English-speaking taxpayers
60 years or older

Find a VITA or an AARP Tax Aide site

Remote full-service tax preparation

You can prepare your own return with help from IRS certified volunteers when you need it through MyFreeTaxes if:

Your income is $73,000 or less.

You can get connected to VITA providers around the country virtually to have your return prepared by signing up through GetYourRefund if:

Your income is $66,000 or less.

Self-preparation

You can prepare and file your own return through IRS Free File :

If your income is $73,000 or less, you can access guided return preparation assistance.
If your income is greater than $73,000 you can access fillable forms to prepare your own return without assistance.

Tax filing for servicemembers

You can prepare and file your tax return through MilTax if you are:

Active-duty service members, spouses and dependent children of the eligible service members.
Members of the National Guard and reserve — regardless of activation status.
Retired and honorably discharged service members, including Coast Guard veterans, within 365 days of their discharge.
A family member who is managing the affairs of an eligible service member while the service member is deployed.
A designated family member of a severely-injured service member who is incapable of handling their own affairs.
Eligible survivors of active-duty, National Guard and reserve deceased service members regardless of conflict or activation status.
Some members of the Defense Department civilian expeditionary workforce.

About filing your tax return

If you have income below the standard deduction threshold for 2022 , which is $12,950 for single filers and $25,900 for married couples filing jointly , you may not be required to file a return. However, you may want to file anyway. You may be able to take advantage of several features and benefits in the tax system which could reduce the amount you owe. Or in many cases, especially for people with low incomes, these features can increase the amount you could receive in a refund. There are some key factors to make sure you look out for.

Over-withholding

If you worked during 2022 and had taxes withheld from your paycheck, you may be able to get some or all of that “over-withholding” back in your refund. Make sure you get W2 forms from all your employers and enter that information into the tax form when you fill it out.

The earned income tax credit

To claim the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) , you must

Have worked and had earned income under $59,187
Have investment income below $10,000 in the tax year 2022
Have a valid Social Security number by the due date of your 2022 return (including extensions)
Be a U. S. citizen or a resident alien all year
Not file Form 2555 (related to foreign earned income )

If you are eligible for this credit, the maximum amount you could receive is:

$560 if you have no dependent children
$3,733 if you have one qualifying child
$6,164 if you have two qualifying children
$6,935 if you have three or more qualifying children

The child tax credit (CTC)

The Child Tax Credit is worth a maximum of $2,000 per qualifying child. Up to $1,400 is refundable. To be eligible for the CTC, you must have earned more than $2,500.

Access your tax refund quickly and safely

If you think you may receive a refund, here are some things to think about before you file your return:

Electronically filing and choosing direct deposit is the fastest way to get your refund. When using direct deposit, the IRS normally issues refunds within 21 days. Issuance of paper check refunds may take much longer.
- If you already have an account with a bank or credit union, make sure you have your information ready — including the account and routing number — when you file your tax return. You can provide that information on the tax form and the IRS will automatically deposit the funds into your account.
- If you have a prepaid card that accepts direct deposit, you can also receive your refund on the card. Check with your prepaid card provider to get the routing and account number assigned to the card before you file your return.
- Learn more about choosing the right prepaid card.
If you don’t have a bank account or prepaid card, consider opening an account or getting a prepaid card. Many banks and credit unions offer accounts with low (or no) monthly maintenance fees when you have direct deposit or maintain a minimum balance. These accounts may limit the types of fees you can incur and may also offer free access to in-network automated teller machines (ATMs). You can often open these accounts easily online.
- Learn more about the FDIC’s #GetBanked campaign .

Watch out for tax scams

Thousands of people have lost millions of dollars and their personal information to tax scams. Scammers use the regular mail, telephone, or email to target individuals, businesses, and payroll and tax professionals.

The IRS does not initiate contact with taxpayers by email, text messages, or social media channels to request personal or financial information. Learn how to recognize the telltale signs of a scam and make sure you know how to tell if it’s really the IRS calling or knocking on your door.

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Nerdy takeaways

For tax returns filed in 2023, the child tax credit is worth up to $2,000 per qualifying dependent under the age of 17.
The credit is partially refundable. Some taxpayers may be eligible for a refund of up to $1,500.
The credit amount decreases if your modified adjusted gross income exceeds $400,000 (married filing jointly) or $200,000 (all other filers).

The child tax credit is a federal tax benefit that plays an important role in providing financial support for American taxpayers with children. People with kids under the age of 17 may be eligible to claim a tax credit of up to $2,000 per qualifying dependent when they file their 2022 tax returns in 2023. $1,500 of that credit may be refundable

We’ll cover who qualifies, how to claim it and how much you might receive per child.

What is the child tax credit?

The child tax credit, commonly referred to as the CTC, is a tax credit available to taxpayers with dependent children under the age of 17. In order to claim the credit when you file your taxes, you have to prove to the IRS that you and your child meet specific criteria.

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You’ll also need to show that your income falls beneath a certain threshold because the credit phases out in increments after a certain limit is hit. If your modified adjusted gross income exceeds the ceiling, the credit amount you get may be smaller, or you may be deemed ineligible altogether.

Who qualifies for the child tax credit?

Taxpayers can claim the child tax credit for the 2022 tax year when they file their tax returns in 2023. Generally, there are seven “tests” you and your qualifying child need to pass.

Age: Your child must have been under the age of 17 at the end of 2022.
Relationship: The child you’re claiming must be your son, daughter, stepchild, foster child, brother, sister, half brother, half sister, stepbrother, stepsister or a descendant of any of those people (e.g., a grandchild, niece or nephew).
Dependent status: You must be able to properly claim the child as a dependent. The child also cannot file a joint tax return, unless they file it to claim a refund of withheld income taxes or estimated taxes paid.
Residency: The child you’re claiming must have lived with you for at least half the year (there are some exceptions to this rule).
Financial support: You must have provided at least half of the child’s support during the last year. In other words, if your qualified child financially supported themselves for more than six months, they’re likely considered not qualified.
Citizenship: Per the IRS, your child must be a "U.S. citizen, U.S. national or U.S. resident alien," and must hold a valid Social Security number.
Income: Parents or caregivers claiming the credit also typically can’t exceed certain income requirements. Depending on how much your income exceeds that threshold, the credit gets incrementally reduced until it is eliminated.

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How much is the 2022 child tax credit?

For the 2022 tax year, the CTC is worth $2,000 per qualifying dependent child if your modified adjusted gross income is $400,000 or below (married filing jointly) or $200,000 or below (all other filers). If your MAGI exceeds those limits, your credit amount will be reduced by $50 for each $1,000 of income exceeding the threshold until it is eliminated.

The CTC is also partially refundable tax credit; that is, it can reduce your tax bill on a dollar-for-dollar basis, and you might be able to apply for a tax refund of up to $1,500 for anything left over. This partially refundable portion is called the “additional child tax credit” by the IRS.

How to claim the child tax credit in 2023

You can claim the 2022 child tax credit on the federal tax return (Form 1040 or 1040-SR) that you file by April 18, 2023. You’ll also need to fill out Schedule 8812 (“Credits for Qualifying Children and Other Dependents”), which is submitted alongside your 1040. This schedule will help you to figure your child tax credit amount, and if applicable, how much of the partial refund you may be able to claim.

Most quality tax software guides you through claiming the child tax credit with a series of interview questions, simplifying the process and even auto-filling the forms on your behalf. If your income falls below a certain threshold, you might also be able to get free tax software through IRS’ Free File.

When to expect your CTC refund

Per the agency, early filers who selected direct deposit as their refund method, e-filed, and submitted an error-free return should have seen refunds hit their accounts in late February. If you want to check on the status of your return, you can use the agency's "Where's My Refund" tool.

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. When to Expect Your Refund if You Claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit or Additional Child Tax Credit.

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Consequences of a child tax credit error

An error on your tax form can mean delays on your refund or on the child tax credit part of your refund. In some cases, it can also mean the IRS could deny the entire credit.

If the IRS denies your CTC claim:

You must pay back any CTC amount you’ve been paid in error, plus interest.
You might need to file Form 8862, "Information To Claim Certain Credits After Disallowance," before you can claim the CTC again.
If the IRS determines that your claim for the credit is erroneous, you may be on the hook for a penalty of up to 20% of the credit amount claimed.

State child tax credits

In addition to the federal child tax credit, a few states, including California, New York and Massachusetts, also offer their own state-level CTCs that you may be able to claim when filing your state return. Visit your state's department of taxation website for more details.

Child tax credit vs. child and dependent care credit

Though similar sounding, the child tax credit and the child and dependent care credit are not the same thing. The child tax credit is a tax incentive for people with children, while the child and dependent care credit is another tax credit for working parents or caretakers designed to help offset expenses such as day camp or after-school care. Both credits have different rules and qualifications.

What is the credit for other dependents?

If your child or a relative you care for doesn't quite meet the criteria for the CTC but you are able to claim them as a dependent, you may be eligible for a $500 nonrefundable credit called the "credit for other dependents. " The IRS has a tool that can help you to determine if your dependent qualifies.

Internal Revenue Service

. Does My Child/Dependent Qualify for the Child Tax Credit or the Credit for Other Dependents?.

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History of the child tax credit

Like other tax credits, the CTC has seen its share of changes throughout the years. In 2017, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, or TCJA, established specific parameters for claiming the credit that will be effective from the 2018 through 2025 tax years. However, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (the coronavirus relief bill) temporarily modified the credit for the 2021 tax year, which has caused some confusion as to which changes are permanent.

Here's a brief timeline of its history.

1997: First introduced as a $500 nonrefundable credit by the Taxpayer Relief Act.
2001: Credit increased to $1,000 per dependent and made partially refundable by the Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act.
2017: The TCJA made several changes to the credit, effective from 2018 through 2025. This included increasing the credit ceiling to $2,000 per dependent, establishing a new income threshold to qualify and ensuring that the partially refundable portion of the credit gets adjusted for inflation each tax year.
2021: The American Rescue Plan Act made several temporary modifications to the credit for the 2021 tax year only. This included expanding the credit to a maximum of $3,600 per qualifying child, allowing 17-year-olds to qualify, and making the credit fully refundable. And for the first time in U.S. history, many taxpayers also received half of the credit as advance monthly payments from July through December 2021.
2022–2025: The 2021 ARPA enhancements ended, and the credit will revert back to the rules established by the TCJA — including the $2,000 cap for each qualifying child.

Frequently asked questions

Does the child tax credit include advanced payments this year?

The American Rescue Plan Act made several temporary modifications to the credit for tax year 2021, including issuing a set of advance payments from July through December 2021. This enhancement has not been carried over for this tax year.

Is the child tax credit taxable?

No. It is a partially refundable tax credit. This means that it can lower your tax bill by the credit amount, and if you have no liability, you may be able to get a portion of the credit back in the form of a refund.

Is the child tax credit the same thing as the child and dependent care credit?

No. This is another type of tax benefit for taxpayers with children or qualifying dependents. The child and dependent care credit covers a percentage of expenses you made for care — such as day care, certain types of camp or babysitters — so that you can work or look for work.

I had a baby in 2022. Am I eligible to claim the child tax credit when I file in 2023?

If you also meet the other requirements, yes. You'll also need to make sure your child has a Social Security number by the due date of your 2022 return (including extensions).

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Does the payment depend on family income?

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What is the zero income rule?

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I am a guardian. Can I receive benefits if the parents of the child have been deprived of parental rights?

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In my place of residence there is a local subsistence minimum. Will it be taken into account when calculating benefits?

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How can I verify my actual place of residence if I do not have a residence registration?

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At what subsistence level will my income be calculated if I have two registrations - at the place of residence and at the place of temporary residence?

In this situation, the subsistence minimum at the place of temporary residence will be taken into account.

In our region, the area standard for one person is 18 square meters. meters, and the rules for assigning benefits say that no more than 24 square meters are taken into account. How many square meters per person should be in my case?

In your case, the standard of 24 square meters is taken into account. meters.

Our family lives in a house that was provided as social support to a large family. Do I have to provide documents that state this?

No, the FIU will request these documents independently within the framework of the system of interdepartmental interaction.

When calculating income, will the received alimony be taken into account?

My family owns an apartment and a residential building, in total their area exceeds the standard of 24 sq. m. m. per person, will I be denied benefits?

No. Restrictions on square meters apply if the family owns several apartments or several residential buildings. When owning one type of residential property, its area is not taken into account.

I registered with the Pension Fund the care of my husband's 86-year-old grandmother and I receive an allowance for caring for citizens over 80 years old. Will this allowance be taken into account when calculating my income?

Yes.

In what order are district coefficients applied in determining the amount of benefits?

The district coefficient is not applied when assigning the allowance, since the amount of the allowance is set depending on the subsistence minimum per capita, in which the district coefficient is already taken into account.

Do I have to report to the Pension Fund information about changes in family composition and income if they occurred after the application was submitted?

No. Beneficiaries are not required to report changes in income to the Pension Fund during the benefit period.

Can I get benefits only for children aged 8 to 17?

No, not only. There are also payments for low-income families for pregnant women who registered early, benefits for children from 0 to 3 years old, as well as benefits for children from 3 to 8 years old.

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