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Carrol
February 27, 2025
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can i claim son 18 in college is there a child credit

  • February 27, 2025
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is there child credit over 17 in college

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    ThomasM125
    February 27, 2025

    Yes, there is an "Other Dependent" credit of $500 that may apply to your situation with your son. Basically, you need to furnish over half of his support and he needs to live with you or be away at college for the year. You can learn more in this IRS article.

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