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vta7171
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how to assign w2 to child

 
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SusanY1
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how to assign w2 to child

You cannot do this on your own return.  You will need to file a separate return for your child.  

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how to assign w2 to child

You don't include their income on your return. It would only go on their return if they are required to file one.  To file a separate return for your dependent you need to set up a new account.  Online is only good for one return per account.  

 

You can start another return in TurboTax Online by:

  1. Logging out if you are in your account
  2. Choose what TurboTax Online product you want to use for the second return
  3. Create your account screen
  4. Set up a new login for the second return
  5. Start working on the new return

Be sure on their return they check the box that says they can be claimed on someone else’s return.  If their only income is W2 and under 15,750 they do not have to file a return except to get back any withholding taken out.

 

Filing requirements for a dependent

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/children-dependents/help/do-i-need-to-file-my-own-taxes-if-i-m-a-d...

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