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  • February 20, 2020
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My son is 41 years old.  He lives with me and didn't earn any salary for 2019.  I supported him 100%.  Can I claim him as a dependent?

    Best answer by KatrinaB48

    If you meet all the qualifications below, then you can claim your son as a dependent.

     

    Qualifying Relative Rules 

    • They don't have to be related to you (despite the name).
    • They aren't claimed as a dependent by someone else.
    • They're a U.S. citizen, resident alien, national, or a Canadian or Mexican resident.
    • They aren’t filing a joint return with their spouse.
    • They lived with you the entire year.
    • They made less than $4,200 in 2019.
    • You provided more than half of their financial support.

     

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    February 20, 2020
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    Level 15
    February 20, 2020

    If you meet all the qualifications below, then you can claim your son as a dependent.

     

    Qualifying Relative Rules 

    • They don't have to be related to you (despite the name).
    • They aren't claimed as a dependent by someone else.
    • They're a U.S. citizen, resident alien, national, or a Canadian or Mexican resident.
    • They aren’t filing a joint return with their spouse.
    • They lived with you the entire year.
    • They made less than $4,200 in 2019.
    • You provided more than half of their financial support.

     

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