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posted Jun 1, 2019 5:10:49 AM

Do I have to file taxes if social security is my only income

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Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 5:10:51 AM

No.  If Social Security is your ONLY income you do not have to file a tax return.

New Member
Jun 1, 2019 5:10:52 AM

social security for minors

Level 15
Jun 1, 2019 5:10:54 AM

No.  If your child is receiving SS (survivor benefits, etc.) you do not enter it on your own tax return.

New Member
Jun 1, 2019 5:10:56 AM

No, if Social Security benefits was your only income in 2017, you do not have to file an income tax return as @xmasbaby0 previously stated. However, if you received any additional income from other sources then, you would have to pay federal income tax on part of your benefits.

Here’s a link to the IRS website with more information on SSA-1099: https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/are-social-security-benefits-taxable

Please see FAQ, for additional information on SSA: https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3299920