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jennruddy
May 1, 2022
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Should I be leaving my son as a dependent if he was over the age of 18 in 2021 but he was a student

  • May 1, 2022
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    Sam_Tax
    May 2, 2022

    An eligible dependant varies based on the credit or deduction you want to claim. You should consider a person as your dependant in the following situations if there is a tuition transfer from your child or grandchild. The student can be over 18 and does not need to live with you.

     

    For more information, read TurboTax FAQ: Who are Considered Dependants? 

     

    TurboTax FAQ on how to enter tuition transfer:

    1. How do I transfer my unused tuition credits to someone else? 
    2. How do I enter tuition transferred from my spouse/partner or child? 

     

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