How do I claim a student loan Ive been paying on if it's in my mother's name?

melanie-s-agrell · ‎June 5, 2019

MinhT · ‎June 5, 2019

No, unfortunately, you cannot claim the student loan interest deduction if your name is not on the loan.

Your mother can claim the deduction even if she did not pay the interest.

Please read this TurboTax FAQ for more information:

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MinhT · ‎June 5, 2019

No, unfortunately, you cannot claim the student loan interest deduction if your name is not on the loan.

Your mother can claim the deduction even if she did not pay the interest.

Please read this TurboTax FAQ for more information:

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