John and Sally pay Janet (Sally's older sister)to watch John and Sally's child Dexter during the day. Janet cares for Dexter in her home. John and Sally may claim a child and dependent care credit based on the amount they pay Janet to care for Dexter.

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Parents can claim a child and dependent care credit for the amount paid to a caregiver, such as a sibling, as long as the caregiver is not a dependent of either parent and the care is provided in the caregiver's home.

John and Sally Pay Janet (Sally's Older Sister)to Watch John