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What state should I file in?
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If you relocated because of your spouse's orders, you can file in their legal state of residence under the
Military Spouse Residency Relief Act.
- Owning a business or rental property may require filing in multiple states.
What are the tax requirements if I'm self-employed?
- Report self-employment income and expenses with a Schedule C form, with net profit included in your federal tax return. Filing rules vary by state.
- Track all income sources — all self-employment income is reportable for the year.
- Be aware, if you earn more than $400 per year, you must pay self-employment taxes.
What do I need to file for my deployed service member?
- You’ll need their identification and tax documents, plus IRS Form 2848 and a power of attorney document.
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If your service member is in a combat zone or contingency operation, they'll receive an
automatic filing extension.
Can I deduct tuition if I'm in school?
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If you went back to school to advance your career, and you paid out-of-pocket qualifying expenses, you may qualify for the
Lifetime Learning Credit, which offers up to $2,000 per return for tuition or fees.
Can I claim the Child and Dependent Care Credit if I paid for child care while working?
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You may qualify for the child and dependent care credit and
get a percentage of your expenses covered if you paid for child care to allow you to work or actively look for work.
Every tax situation is unique.
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