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June 1, 2019
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If we share one home can I file as head of household for my live in girl friend

  • June 1, 2019
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Best answer by MargaretL

No, you cannot file Head of Household  (HOH) with your girlfriend, regardless if she lives with you or not.  Per IRS, you must have a  qualifying child, parent or relative as a dependent.  A non-relative does not qualify for HOH at all, unfortunately. 

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MargaretL
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June 1, 2019

No, you cannot file Head of Household  (HOH) with your girlfriend, regardless if she lives with you or not.  Per IRS, you must have a  qualifying child, parent or relative as a dependent.  A non-relative does not qualify for HOH at all, unfortunately.