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Should You Be Getting Monthly Payments for Your Kids? Check the IRS's Child Tax Credit Portal

If you're wondering if the IRS should be sending you monthly child tax credit payments, there's an easy way to find out. Use the Child Tax Credit Update Portal on the IRS's website. Right now, this online tool lets you:

  • See if you're eligible for monthly payments;
  • Opt-out of monthly payments;
  • See a list of your monthly payments;
  • Update or add your bank information for future monthly payments; and

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