She's retired, only income is about $13,000 in soc sec retirement benefits, and I provide more than 1/2 of her living expenses.
2007-02-02 10:49:33 · 4 answers · asked by Stephen B 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Taxes ➔ United States
Sounds like a "yes" to me. She also has to have lived with you all year (all 365 days), be a US citizen or legal resident, and she can't file on her own (or file a joint return with her hubby).
2007-02-02 10:52:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
She costs more than $13,000 to keep? Be careful - sounds like you are trying to push the limit. Be prepared to show that you truly provide that much of her care.
2007-02-02 18:52:39 · answer #2 · answered by lifesajoy 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes, you can. She qualifies as a dependent. Also, if you are single you can file as head of household in addition to claiming her as a dependent.
2007-02-02 19:24:33 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can. She does NOT need to live with you, contrary to what another poster said.
2007-02-02 18:51:55 · answer #4 · answered by Bostonian In MO 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋