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June 1, 2019
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Can i claim my boyfriend as a dependant and be head of household?

  • June 1, 2019
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My boyfriend has lived with me for 3 years, and he hasn' worked I support him and pay all the bills,he is 61 and can't find work also has had 2 surgeries in the past 3 years and is a diabetic. Can I claim head of household and claim him as a dependant?

Best answer by WillK

If your boyfriend did not make over $4,200 last year, lived with you for more than 1/2 the year and you provided more than 1/2 of his support then yes you can claim him on your return, but he would not be considered a qualifying dependent for you to file as head of household. 

 

[edited 3/9/2020 @6:24pm]

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WillKAnswer
Employee
June 1, 2019

If your boyfriend did not make over $4,200 last year, lived with you for more than 1/2 the year and you provided more than 1/2 of his support then yes you can claim him on your return, but he would not be considered a qualifying dependent for you to file as head of household. 

 

[edited 3/9/2020 @6:24pm]

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June 1, 2019
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