Do I report a $12,000 social security payment to my daughter as part of her mother's benefits, and if so how? Our daughter turned 18 in 2016 and had no other income.

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Your child’s Social Security benefits should not be included in your tax return.

If your child has other taxable income and must file a tax return, the benefits would be reported on her tax return. If she has no other income, she does not need to file a tax return.

See the article below for more information.

https://www.irs.gov/Help-&-Resources/Tools-&-FAQs/FAQs-for-Individuals/Frequently-Asked-Tax-Question...