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Noseynancy95
January 24, 2020
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What is the difference between claiming a child under single vs head of household?

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Is there a difference between claiming a child under single vs head of household 

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    macuser_22
    macuser_22
    Employee
    January 24, 2020

    No.   Claiming a child is the same.  HOH only goves yiu a larger standard deduction if you qualify.

     

    2019 standard deductions

    $12,200 Single
    $18,350 Head of Household
    $24,400 Married Jointly

    Add an additional $1,300 for over age 65 or blind
    This amount increases to $1,650 if the taxpayer is also unmarried.

    **Disclaimer: This post is for discussion purposes only and is NOT tax advice. The author takes no responsibility for the accuracy of any information in this post.**
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    Noseynancy95Author
    January 24, 2020

    Why would you claim single vs head of household 

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