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Form 2441 – Child and Dependent Care Expenses

What is Form 2441 - Child and Dependent Care Expenses?

Form 2441 is an IRS tax form used to figure and claim the child and dependent care tax credit. This credit can help reduce your tax liability if you pay for childcare or care for a qualifying dependent so you can work or actively look for work. You use the form to calculate the amount of credit you can claim based on your income and care expenses.

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