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If I was considered "head of household" for only part of the year - the first half, should I still file as head of household?

Forum|Forum|7 years ago
June 1, 2019
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The situation is that I paid for more than half the upkeep, including the mortgage payment, for my mother (who did not live with me) who would be considered a qualifying relative. She then became employed, and no longer needed my help. Should I claim head of household?

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No, you should not. To qualify for Head of Household, you must have provided more than half the cost of keeping up a home for the entire year, not partial. Your mom doesn't have to live with for the full year, but the support test must be met for the entire year.