Where do I add dependent income. My son is a 19 year old full time college student who made roughly 8900 and paid 712 in taxes. Should I add his income to ours or have him file a return and add it the

[LeonardS · Accepted solution]

You should have your son file his own return.  When he files make sure that he checks the box Someone can claim: You as a dependent.  This will allow you to claim him on your return as a dependent.

If his only income is approximately $8,999 he should receive a refund for the $712 in taxes withheld 

[VolvoGirl]

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.  He can probably use the Free Edition or Free File website.

Online is only good for one return per account.  You can use the same email address for 5 accounts.

Https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1894512-how-do-i-start-another-return-in-turbotax-online 

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 12,200 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...