How Parents Can Maximize Their Tax Refund

家长如何最大化他们的税务退款

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2025-02-28

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Congress has added various breaks and credits for parents throughout the tax code. Wall Street Journal reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss what parents should know about where to look for them and how to compare benefits before filing their taxes. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Here's your money briefing for Friday, February 28th.

  • I'm Mariana Aspuru for the Wall Street Journal.

  • Congress has sprinkled in some breaks throughout the tax code to help counter the rising cost of raising a child,

  • like the child tax credits.

  • You list your child on your return.

  • You'll see the amount you get, it depends on the amount of income you have.

  • So it's up to $2,000 for children under 17 and up to $500 per child for children 17 and older who are dependents.

  • We'll talk to Wall Street Journal reporter Ashley Ebbling about what parents need to know before filing their taxes.

  • After the break.

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  • And if you're a parent, there are some often overlooked credits and breaks to consider before you file.