Adoption Credit

The adoption tax credit has been increased to $10,630 and almost all adoptions qualify, except stepparent adoptions. Learn what expenses are covered, and how to take the credit on your tax return.

What is the adoption credit? If you adopted a child, began adoption proceedings, or tried unsuccessfully to adopt a child during the year, you might be eligible to receive a tax credit for your adoption expenses.

OK, I just learned from my accountant that the refundable tax credit is only for newborn adoptions. I so want him to be wrong!! Anyone know if this is

In addition, a taxpayer claiming the adoption credit for a child with special needs must attach a copy of the state determination of special needs to the taxpayer

The federal tax credit for adopting children has been significantly enhanced for the years 2010 and 2011. The adoption credit is a refundable credit for 2010 and 2011 and has a maximum credit amount of $13,360.

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