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My boyfriend and i rent a home and we both pay rent and take care of our son. can my boyfriend claim our son as a dependent too?

 
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Rachel_W
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My boyfriend and i rent a home and we both pay rent and take care of our son. can my boyfriend claim our son as a dependent too?

No, only one of you can claim your Son as a Dependent.

I would recommend trying it both ways to see if it is more favorable for you or him to claim your Son.

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Rachel_W
Expert Alumni

My boyfriend and i rent a home and we both pay rent and take care of our son. can my boyfriend claim our son as a dependent too?

No, only one of you can claim your Son as a Dependent.

I would recommend trying it both ways to see if it is more favorable for you or him to claim your Son.

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