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Deductions & credits

Yes, you might be eligible for the Credit for Other Dependents. 

 

According to the IRS:

 

"The maximum credit amount is $500 for each dependent who meets certain conditions. This credit can be claimed for:

  • Dependents of any age, including those who are age 18 or older.
  • Dependents who have Social Security numbers or Individual Taxpayer Identification numbers.
  • Dependent parents or other qualifying relatives supported by the taxpayer.
  • Dependents living with the taxpayer who aren't related to the taxpayer.

The credit begins to phase out when the taxpayer's income is more than $200,000. This phaseout begins for married couples filing a joint tax return at $400,000.

A taxpayer can claim this credit if:

  • They claim the person as a dependent on the taxpayer's return.
  • They cannot use the dependent to claim the child tax credit or additional child tax credit.
  • The dependent is a U.S. citizen, national or resident alien."
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You might also get a credit if you need to pay for 'daycare" for your mother so that you can work or attend school. 

 

Credit for Child and Dependent Care Expenses

 

 

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