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June 1, 2019
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Dose social security count as income if the kid is drawing off there parent that has passed away and they are under 18 and

  • June 1, 2019
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Best answer by MargaretL

No, the social security benefits are not taxable income to your child (or you) if that is the only child's income.

Your child's SS benefits are never reported on your tax return.  If that is your child's only income, he/she does not have to file either.

 

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MargaretL
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June 1, 2019

No, the social security benefits are not taxable income to your child (or you) if that is the only child's income.

Your child's SS benefits are never reported on your tax return.  If that is your child's only income, he/she does not have to file either.