student loan interest

Can student loan interest be claimed if it is through a private lender (family member), or do you need a 1098E from an institution?

Deductions & credits

Related person. You can't deduct interest on a loan you get from a related person. Related persons include:
• Your spouse;
• Your brothers and sisters;
• Your half brothers and half sisters;
• Your ancestors (parents, grandparents, etc.);

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