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While the expenses linked to the end-of-year holidays have emptied our wallets, here is some good news that will do some good. The tax authorities will pay back a welcome amount to around 9 million French people. And no, this is not a tax deduction, but a transfer.
A transfer for 9 million French people
Here we are in January, and after the end-of-year festivities, finances risk sticking their tongues out. Expenses related to meals, gifts and decorations can quickly melt the budget. But now, the good news arrives regarding taxes.
Every year, in January, sums arrive directly in the bank accounts of millions of taxpayers. And the best part is that you don't have to do anything: it's automatic.
On average, the tax authorities will award €645 to those who meet the eligibility criteria. This amount varies depending on the profile, but it represents a real relief in this often financially difficult month of January.
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Good news, this tax refund does not depend on your income. Whether you are in the upper or lower bracket, if you are eligible for this assistance, you will benefit from it. No distinction according to your standard of living, which changes everything compared to other devices.
Calculation of these refunded taxes
The reimbursement mainly concerns taxpayers with costs related to childcare, home employment, donations or rental investments. If you have made expenses in these areas, the tax authorities will reimburse you part of the amounts incurred.
For each type of expense, the tax authorities reimburse a specific percentage. The tax credit is 50% for childcare costs and home jobs. It is from 66% for donations to worksand approximately 20% for rental investments.
How the transfer works is simple! The tax authorities start by paying 60% of the amount owed to you in January. The rest, or 40%, reaches you during the summer.
According to The Internet userif you declared €5,000 in childcare expenses, the tax authorities will reimburse you €3,000 from January. Then, the remaining €2,000 will arrive in the summer. In summary, you will receive a first part of the reimbursement at the beginning of the year and the balance a few months later.
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Tax assistance, automatic, but to be verified
These tax refunds are timely. In the midst of a spending period and while numerous price increases are on the horizon, this money is arriving as support for many households.
Although this transfer is automatic, remember to check a few details. On your bank account, you will see a transfer entitled “ADVANCE CREDIMPOT”.
In addition, you will receive a document in your personal space on the site impots.gouv.fr. This document will tell you the exact amount you will receive. Check it out to make sure everything is in order.
If you correctly declared your expenses in 2024, the transfer will arrive from January 15. You don't have to do anything, everything is taken care of by the tax authorities. By taking advantage of this tax credit, you can start 2025 on a more peaceful note. If this transfer concerns you, then don't miss this boost to start the year off right!
