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Level 2
March 3, 2023
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Filling Separately when still married

  • March 3, 2023
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I am still married but I am filing separately as my divorce is taking over 2 years. I can't claim my son's education expenses or anything even though he lives with me going full time to a University.  The courts ordered me to pay alimony and that doesn't even count unless the year goes back to 2018. What can I do? I have to includes expenses. My son is 22 and does not work. I basically pay everything and alimony. Suggestions? 

Best answer by VolvoGirl

Sorry you are stuck unless you can file Joint with your spouse.  Are you claiming your son on your tax return?  

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VolvoGirl
VolvoGirlAnswer
Level 15
March 3, 2023

Sorry you are stuck unless you can file Joint with your spouse.  Are you claiming your son on your tax return?  

Level 2
March 3, 2023

Yes,  I claim him. I figured it out already. Thank you.