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Level 2
April 14, 2024
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Grandfather as dependent

  • April 14, 2024
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I take care of my grandfather and I provide for him house and food and all. 

However, I'm not sure what is consider as taxable income? He received S.S. and his pension.  However, how can I tell if his pension is taxable income or not taxable? 

 

Thank you 

 

 

 

 

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Level 15
April 14, 2024

His Social Security does not "count" but if the pension is more than $4700 for the year, you cannot claim him as a dependent.  And whether the pension is taxable or not is not relevant.

 

 

IRS interview to help determine who can be claimed:

https://www.irs.gov/help/ita/who-can-i-claim-as-a-dependent

 

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KGibbs1Author
Level 2
April 14, 2024

Thank you