Support CenterMFJ return made from estimate does not calculate dependent care credit
🔍 What is happening?
If you start an estimate in SureFire and use MFJ status, the estimator has no way of knowing to whom the W-2 belongs. Since both the taxpayer and the spouse must have earned income in order to qualify for the dependent care credit, SureFire does not calculate the credit on the estimate.
You must complete the return and code the W-2s correctly (T or S) in SureFire in order to correct the problem.
📊 Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Complete the full return (not just the estimate)
Use this when you need to ensure SureFire can properly calculate credits based on the correct taxpayer/spouse information.
Step 2: Code the W-2s correctly in SureFire
Code the W-2s correctly (T or S) in SureFire to correct the dependent care credit issue.
❌ Why the dependent care credit isn’t calculated on the estimate
When you start an estimate in SureFire using MFJ status, the estimator has no way of knowing to whom the W-2 belongs. Because both the taxpayer and the spouse must have earned income to qualify for the dependent care credit, SureFire does not calculate the credit on the estimate.
📞 Still Need Help?
If you are having trouble, contact our support team:
Phone: 1-800-516-9442
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