I live in TX
2007-02-02 02:10:01 · 11 answers · asked by neekie342001 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
In the US, spousal support is considered income by the recipient and they must pay taxes on it.
The person paying can deduct this from his income.
Child support is not taxed, nor can it be deducted.
2007-02-02 02:22:05 · answer #1 · answered by camys_daddy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In TX, spousal support is considered income. So, if you're asking for tax reasons, it must be declared. Child Support is not considered income, therefore it is not declared. This is where TX law basically screws the father.
I pay child support, and the kids are with me 1/2 the time. But, I cannot claim either child on my taxes for a deduction, and cannot claim the child support anywhere on my taxes. So, while the ex gets to claim both kids, the daycare, and every other deduction she can get with the kids, I get nothing. On top of that, I have to insure both the children.
So, basically, last year I spent $8K on my kids to support them, plus supported them when they were with me, and can get no help on my taxes.
I love living in Texas, but some of their family laws are in serious need of being updated to 2007. Seems they are stuck in 1955.
2007-02-02 02:40:27 · answer #2 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-03 08:48:27 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any income can be taxed, no matter the source. We all work for the government. They are kind enough to let us keep some of our money, that is called a tax break.
2007-02-02 02:30:00 · answer #4 · answered by zax_fl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In some states it is considered income. Check your local civil statutes to be sure. Good luck!
2007-02-02 02:14:20 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
check with your tax accountant...i do know for a fact that child support is not considered income in th state of TEXAS
2007-02-02 02:19:16 · answer #6 · answered by sunbun 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.irs.gov/faqs/faq-kw10.html
Short answer: Yes, alimony/spousal support is considered income and it is taxable. Child support is not.
2007-02-02 02:44:46 · answer #7 · answered by Poppet 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the answer is yes, but different states have different laws. Check with your tax person and they can give you a definite answer.
2007-02-02 02:33:45 · answer #8 · answered by vanhammer 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it may not be considered as your main or primary income but yes its is considered as some sort of income ..... i guess ur asking for tax purposes....
2007-02-02 02:14:04 · answer #9 · answered by laydenirvine 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes
2007-02-02 02:13:52 · answer #10 · answered by jojo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋