Aprendiendo de Taxes con Thelma

4 Mar 2026 · 10 min
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In this Spanish-language interview, immigration attorney Lorena Rivas, Esq. of Rivas y Asociados hosts tax preparer Telma Ramírez to explain the Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) and its role for people who are not eligible for a Social Security Number. Telma defines the ITIN, outlines the documentation needed to apply (valid passport, proof of address, W‑2/1099), and discusses the benefits such as opening bank accounts, building credit, and facilitating future immigration processes, while noting its limitation to tax reporting only. They address common concerns about filing taxes amid a politically charged environment, emphasizing that filing is essential to avoid credit penalties and potential IRS‑immigration data sharing. The conversation covers key 2024 tax‑season updates: the Child Tax Credit rising from $2,000 to $2,200, higher standard deductions ($15,000 for single filers, $24,000 for heads of household, $32,000 for married filing jointly), and the reduced eligibility of ITIN holders for the full child credit (receiving only the "other dependent" credit of $500). Telma advises married couples—whether legally married or cohabiting—to file jointly to maximize credits, though filing separately remains an option with trade‑offs. Finally, Telma describes her mobile tax preparation business, her IRS credentials (EFIN, PT number), and provides her phone number and email for client outreach.

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