08/24/2026
Minnesota Parents: Don’t Let Your School & Childcare Expenses Go to Waste 💰📚
As you prepare for tax season, now is the time to make sure you’re keeping the right records.
Depending on your situation, qualifying expenses may include:
📚 K–12 school supplies and instructional materials
🎵 Certain musical instruments and music instruction
🏫 Qualifying private-school tuition
✏️ Tutoring and educational enrichment
👶 Qualifying childcare expenses
Minnesota offers K–12 education tax benefits and a separate Child and Dependent Care Credit. Your eligibility—and whether an expense qualifies for a credit or subtraction—depends on your income, the child’s circumstances, and the type of expense.
The biggest mistake? Throwing away receipts.
Save your itemized receipts, invoices, tuition statements, proof of payment, and childcare provider information. Good recordkeeping can make tax preparation easier and help you claim the benefits you’re entitled to.
At Leilani's Consulting LLC, we help individuals and families better understand their tax documents, organize their records, and prepare for tax season with confidence.
👉 Ready to get organized? Send me a message with “TAX” to connect with Leilani’s Consulting.
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