Can I claim a 35 year old son living with me with no income?

Deanner · ‎February 19, 2025

Was laid off in July 2024. No unemployment received for the year. Can I claim him?

xmasbaby0 · ‎February 19, 2025

He worked until July? If he had more than $5050 of income in 2024 not counting Social Security he cannot be claimed as anyone else's dependent.

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Vanessa A · ‎February 19, 2025

It depends. If he was laid off in July, what income did he have prior to July? If his income for the year was over $5,050, then no you cannot claim him as a dependent on your return.

If his income was less than $5,050 for the year and you provided over half of his support, then yes, you would be able to claim him for the $500 Non-Refundable Other Dependent Credit as well as file as Head of Household.

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Can I claim a 35 year old son living with me with no income?