Question

Does my mother's social security check count as her income?

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June 7, 2021
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She moved in with me last year so she's new as a dependent on my taxes this year. Question is asking if she made at least $4,300 in 2020? Do I count her SS checks?

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No you do not count your mom's Social Security income as part of that $4300. If she had over $4300 of income NOT including the Social Security you cannot claim her as a dependent. And, of course, if you are claiming her, you still have to be able to say that you are paying for over half of her support.

IRS interview to help determine who can be claimed:

https://www.irs.gov/help/ita/who-can-i-claim-as-a-dependent

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