You may be able to claim a portion of the expenses. Per IRS Pub 526, Charitable Contributions, you may deduct up to $50 per month for each full calendar month the student lives with you as a charitable contribution if you itemize deductions (Schedule A). To qualify for a deduction, the student must:live in your home under a written agreement between you and a qualified organization,not be your relative or dependent, andbe a full-time student in grade 12 or lower at a school in the United States. Please see the FAQ below and Reporting expenses for a student living with you in IRS Pub 526 for more information. How do I enter my charitable donations in TurboTax? https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/4797927

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Can I deduct utilities (electric, water heat, room and board) consumed by international student living in our home?

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Best answer by LindaA

You may be able to claim a portion of the expenses. Per IRS Pub 526, Charitable Contributions, you may deduct up to $50 per month for each full calendar month the student lives with you as a charitable contribution if you itemize deductions (Schedule A). To qualify for a deduction, the student must:

live in your home under a written agreement between you and a qualified organization,
not be your relative or dependent, and
be a full-time student in grade 12 or lower at a school in the United States.

Please see the FAQ below and Reporting expenses for a student living with you in IRS Pub 526 for more information.

How do I enter my charitable donations in TurboTax? https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/4797927

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live in your home under a written agreement between you and a qualified organization,
not be your relative or dependent, and
be a full-time student in grade 12 or lower at a school in the United States.

Please see the FAQ below and Reporting expenses for a student living with you in IRS Pub 526 for more information.

How do I enter my charitable donations in TurboTax? https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/4797927