Breaking Down the New Family Tax Credits for 2026

Kiplinger’s recent article on new family tax credits proposed for 2026 is a must-read for any household looking to plan ahead. These potential credits aim to ease the financial strain of raising children, offering greater tax relief to parents—especially those with modest incomes.

At UNest, we believe in staying proactive about financial change. While Congress debates these proposed expansions, families don’t have to wait to start saving smarter.

Here’s what the new proposal includes and how UNest can help families maximize its benefits:

1. Enhanced child tax credits
   The proposed policy would increase the annual child tax credit and make more of it refundable. That means more money back in your pocket—especially helpful when paired with a UNest account growing in the background.
2. Credits tied to early childhood care
   Credits for childcare costs may expand, potentially offering greater support for working parents. These credits, combined with regular UNest contributions, form a strong foundation for your child’s future.
3. How UNest fits in
   UNest isn’t a tax credit—but it complements these changes perfectly. With a UNest account, families invest small amounts consistently and can use those funds for anything their child needs: school, a home, or starting a business.
4. Flexibility beyond government guidelines
   Tax credits are helpful, but they depend on government timelines and income brackets. UNest puts power in your hands, letting you set your own savings path on your own schedule.

Whether or not the proposed credits are passed into law, families who prepare now will be better positioned when changes take effect.

With UNest, you can stretch every dollar and build toward a more secure financial future—credit or no credit. 📲 Start building today. Use UNest to supplement future tax benefits. 

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