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posted Jun 4, 2019 8:58:08 PM

Do i have to add child support as added income

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Expert Alumni
Jun 4, 2019 8:58:09 PM

No, you don't - child support payments are never considered income; they are never tax deductible either. 

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Expert Alumni
Jun 4, 2019 8:58:09 PM

No, you don't - child support payments are never considered income; they are never tax deductible either. 

New Member
Jun 4, 2019 8:58:12 PM

Court ordered child support does not have to be reported as income to the recipient.