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Level 2
March 14, 2021
Question

1098T

I claimed my son and I included his 1098T on my return.  I was not eligible for the education credit.  He is filing a return and checked yes that someone else could claim him and entered my information.  Since I was not eligible for the credit, can he include it when he files? I don't think it's double dipping since my return was not impacted by the amount and I didn't receive the credit.

2 replies

MaryM428
Level 11
March 14, 2021

No, both of you can enter the information but only you can claim the education deduction if you claim him as dependent.

 

Education Tax Credits

elikay02Author
Level 2
March 26, 2021

Thank you.