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  • Jan 4, 2010, 07:10 AM
    trish douglas
    Can you file taxes if you draw unemployment have dependents with no taxes taken out o
    I draw unemployment with no taxes taken out have dependents can I file taxes?
  • Jan 4, 2010, 07:13 AM
    trish douglas
    [QUOTE=trish douglas;2157986]I draw unemployment with no taxes taken out have dependents can I file taxes for the unearned income?
  • Jan 4, 2010, 03:26 PM
    AtlantaTaxExpert
    Yes, you can!

    Unemployment compensation is considered to be taxable income and, if high enough, can require that you file a tax return.

    However, it is NOT considered to be earned income, so you will NOT be eligible for the Earned Income Credit.

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