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MatthewOoms
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November 25, 2022
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Do I owe taxes on money adult family members living with me pay me to cover their expenses?

  • November 25, 2022
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xmasbaby0Level 15
Level 15
November 25, 2022

No.  Family cost sharing does not get entered on a tax return.

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    Hal_Al
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    Hal_AlLevel 15
    Level 15
    November 25, 2022

    No.

    If this is merely a cost sharing arrangement where the amount paid is below fair market rental value, there would be no reportable income to you. Most people take the attitude that it is not income; it's just room mates sharing expenses and ignore it. Family, as opposed to unrelated roommates, makes that position even stronger.

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