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New Member
posted Apr 11, 2022 12:40:57 PM

How do I change my filing status from single to head of household?

I didn't see filing status when I scrolled down and can't find how to change my filing status?

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Expert Alumni
Apr 11, 2022 12:51:18 PM

Filing status is chosen in the My Info section of TurboTax.

 

Revisit that section and edit your information to change your filing status

Level 15
Apr 11, 2022 12:56:52 PM

Start by choosing Single or Married Filing Separately and when you enter a dependent, if you qualify it will change it to Head of Household.  You can't check the HOH box until you have entered dependent info and ssn.

 

 

 

New Member
Apr 11, 2022 3:14:19 PM

Thanks. My son, who lives here, doesn't qualify as a dependent and my ex husband lives here as well. (it's complicated). I think since I pay all the bills I should qualify as head of household but I don't see the option to change it in the program. Grrrrrr.

Expert Alumni
Apr 11, 2022 3:24:42 PM

@gbutter2019  Enter your son's info as if you were going to claim him as a dependent.  You'll have an option not to claim him but use him for purposes of claiming head of household.

Level 15
Apr 11, 2022 3:26:56 PM

Your ex will not qualify you as Head of Household.  Is your son an adult?