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posted May 31, 2019 7:25:11 PM

Can I claim myself as a dependent?

No one will be claiming me on their taxes, I'm 21 years old and made enough money to support myself and my girlfriend and our daughter. I am already claiming my girlfriend and our child that was born in 2016 and am wondering if I can go ahead and claim myself too since no one else will?

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Expert Alumni
May 31, 2019 7:25:13 PM

When you complete the Personal Information section of your return, you will be asked if anyone can claim you. If you answer, "No" then you will automatically receive an exemption for yourself. Follow the prompts and answer the question and Turbo Tax will help you determine any additional dependents to be added to the return.

Below are answers to commonly asked questions about dependents.https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tools/tax-tips/Family/Rules-for-Claiming-a-Dependent-on-Your-Tax-Ret...


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Expert Alumni
May 31, 2019 7:25:13 PM

When you complete the Personal Information section of your return, you will be asked if anyone can claim you. If you answer, "No" then you will automatically receive an exemption for yourself. Follow the prompts and answer the question and Turbo Tax will help you determine any additional dependents to be added to the return.

Below are answers to commonly asked questions about dependents.https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tools/tax-tips/Family/Rules-for-Claiming-a-Dependent-on-Your-Tax-Ret...