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Internal Revenue Service
Government Office | Internal Revenue Service
This location can help you with: Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit (CTC), Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).
Address
59-17 Junction Boulevard (One Lefrak City Plaza), Queens 11373Nearby Stops
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Grand Ave - Newtown
Details
Federal tax assistance only
Contact by phone
Call: 718-760-6019Programs at this location
Tax relief for dependent careChild and Dependent Care Tax Credit
NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) / Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
This tax credit helps working families pay for the care of children, adult dependents, or disabled spouses. You can claim up to $3,000 in expenses for one dependent or $6,000 for more than one when you file your taxes.
Apply in person
You may qualify to have your taxes prepared for free through drop-off service or in person at one of the tax prep locations near you. If you earn $64,000 or less (with children) or $45,000 or less (without children), you may be eligible to get your taxes done in-person for free. You will need the following forms:
- Child and Dependent Care Expenses form: Form 2441.
- U.S. Individual Income Tax Return: Form 1040 or U.S. Nonresident Income Tax Return: Form 1040NR.
Tax relief for parentsChild Tax Credit (CTC)
NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) / Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
CTC allows people with qualifying children to reduce their federal income tax by up to $2,000 per child. You can claim both CTC and the credit for Child and Dependent Care expenses.
Apply in person
If you earn $68,000 or less (with children) or $48,000 or less (without children), you may be eligible to get your taxes done in-person for free.
- To claim your CTC, you must file Form 1040, or Form 1040NR.
Tax refund for workers and familiesEarned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) / Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
EITC can provide a tax refund of up to $8,991 (combined Federal, State, and City). An eligible New Yorker receives $2,400 on average. The credit is meant for low- to moderate-income working individuals and couples, particularly those with children. You claim the credit when you file your taxes.
Apply in person
- If you earn $68,000 or less (with children) or $48,000 or less (without children), you may qualify to have your taxes prepared for free through drop-off service or in person at one of the tax prep locations near you.
- To claim your EITC you must file your federal and state tax returns during tax season. You will need the following forms:
- Schedule EIC for the federal return, if you have a child
- Form IT-215 for the New York State credit
- Worksheet C in the Instructions Form for IT-215 for the New York City credit