Hal_Al
Level 15

Deductions & credits

You have another issue: can your stepdad really claim you? A stepdad is the same as a dad, for tax purposes, so that's not an issue. You say "I started work in October" . If you made more than $4050 for the year, you cannot be claimed; unless you are under age 24 and  were a full time student for at least parts of 5 months.