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IRS Form 8839
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IRS Form 8839 Qualified Adoption Expenses
What Is IRS Form 8839?
This is a tax form that was released by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Check the official IRS-issued instructions before completing and submitting the form.
FAQ
Q: What is IRS Form 8839?
A: IRS Form 8839 is a tax form used to claim qualified adoption expenses.
Q: What are qualified adoption expenses?
A: Qualified adoption expenses are the necessary and reasonable expenses paid or incurred during the legal adoption process.
Q: Who is eligible to claim qualified adoption expenses?
A: Taxpayers who have adopted a child and incurred qualifying expenses may be eligible to claim the adoption credit on their tax return.
Q: What is the adoption credit?
A: The adoption credit is a non-refundable tax credit that helps offset the costs of adoption.
Q: How do I fill out IRS Form 8839?
A: You will need to provide your personal information, information about the adopted child, and details of the adoption expenses on Form 8839.
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