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June 1, 2019
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How do I enter alimony paid?

  • June 1, 2019
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My husband pays alimony to an ex-spouse.  She is required to pay the taxes.  We haven't been prompted to enter anything for this.

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June 1, 2019

FOR TAX YEAR 2016

 

You can deduct alimony paid to or for a spouse or former spouse under a divorce or separation decree, regardless of whether you itemize deductions. To Enter those deductions please follow the steps below:

  1. Log into your TurboTax Account and select your 2016 Tax Return from the TImeline
  2. Once you have entered the return please find and click on the Federal Taxes tab
  3. A secondary tab will appear just below the main one. In this secondary tab please find and click on Deductions and Credits.
  4. Scroll down to find Other Deductions and Credit once at this section click on Show More
  5. From the drop-down list you will find the option to enter Alimony Paid.