CLAIM MY SISTER AS AN OTHER EPENDENT. I PAY 2/3 OF HER RENT AT RETIREMENT LIVING HOME?

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Did you provide more than half of her support? Your sister may qualify as dependent even if she didn't live with you.

To qualify as a dependent she should meet the requirements listed below:

Qualifying relative:

• They don't have to be related to you (despite the name).
• They aren't claimed as a dependent by someone else.
• They're a US 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 $5,050 in 2024.
• You provided more than half of their financial support.