Frequently Asked Questions

• Online through the IRS "Where's My Refund?" tool
• Using the IRS2Go mobile app
• By calling the IRS refund hotline

• Social Security number
• Filing status
• Exact refund amount

Qualifying Child:

• Must be under age 19 or a student under 24
• Must live with you for more than half the year
• Must not provide more than half of their own support
• Must be related to you

Qualifying Relative:

• Cannot be your qualifying child or another person's
• Must have gross income less than $4,400 (2023)
• You must provide more than half of their support
• Must be related to you or live with you all year

• Under age 50: $6,500
• Age 50 or older: $7,500 (includes $1,000 catch-up)

These limits apply to the total of your traditional and Roth IRA contributions.

Note: Your contribution might be limited based on your income and whether you or your spouse are covered by a retirement plan at work.

• Must have earned income and valid Social Security number
• Cannot exceed certain income limits based on filing status and number of qualifying children
• Maximum credit for 2023:
  • No qualifying children: $600
  • 1 child: $3,995
  • 2 children: $6,604
  • 3+ children: $7,430

• Home office expenses
• Vehicle expenses for business use
• Health insurance premiums
• Professional services (legal, accounting)
• Office supplies and equipment
• Business travel and meals
• Marketing and advertising
• Professional development and education

Note: Keep detailed records and receipts for all business expenses.