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How do I claim a dependent on taxes with no income?

Asked Jan 11, 2008, 09:01 AM — 2 Answers
How Do I Claim My Child On Taxes If I Had No Income All Year Long?

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Jan 11, 2008, 09:27 AM


Sorry, you don't file tax return. Also without earned income, you will not get Earned Income Credit or Child Tax Credit.
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Jan 11, 2008, 11:20 AM


Agreed!

If you have no income, someone must be providing for you and the child. THEY should be claiming you both as dependents if that is legally possible.
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