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posted Jun 4, 2019 3:33:03 PM

Where can I use W-2 for a full time college freshman daughter in my tax return?

My daughter was a full-time college freshman in 2016, and received two W-2 from an internship and a school. The total amount is $1,600. I think she does not have to file her own tax, and I can keep her as a dependent in my tax return. Where should I use her two W-2 in my tax return? No use?

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New Member
Jun 4, 2019 3:33:04 PM

You should not claim your child's W-2 or self-employment income on your return even if you claim him as a dependent. The dependent would file his/her own tax return and should check the box Someone else can claim me on their tax return in the personal information section. 

For more information see below:

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3302077

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New Member
Jun 4, 2019 3:33:04 PM

You should not claim your child's W-2 or self-employment income on your return even if you claim him as a dependent. The dependent would file his/her own tax return and should check the box Someone else can claim me on their tax return in the personal information section. 

For more information see below:

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3302077