My brother lives in my house but does not pay rent. He has a job and spends for his own food and other needs. Can this be considered supporting him?

breathsaver · ‎January 17, 2024

xmasbaby0 · ‎January 17, 2024

If your brother had over $4700 of income -- not counting any Social Security---then you cannot claim him as a dependent---unless there are some other details you have left out. Is he a full-time student under the age of 24?

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breathsaver · ‎January 18, 2024

he is retirement age. I don't know his income but I'm sure he earned more than 4700 in 2023.

VolvoGirl · ‎January 18, 2024

Then no. If he had over 4700 income (other than Social Security) you can not claim him.

breathsaver · ‎January 18, 2024

ok, Thank you.

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My brother lives in my house but does not pay rent. He has a job and spends for his own food and other needs. Can this be considered supporting him?