HelenC12
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Yes, retirement income is considered income. When you add someone as a dependent, we'll ask a series of questions to make sure you can claim them. 

 

You can claim a child, relative, friend, or fiancé (etc.) as a dependent on your 2020 taxes as long as they meet the following requirements:

 

Qualifying relative

  • 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 (exceptions apply).
  • They made less than $4,300 in 2020.
  • You provided more than half of their financial support.

 

 

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