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    Jan 30, 2010, 06:21 PM
    Claim my married father as a dependent
    My mother is filing married separately, she has some income and my father none. Both lived with me and I cover all household expenses. Can I claim my father as a dependent?
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    Jan 30, 2010, 10:17 PM

    Yes, if you provided more than half of the support of your father and he did not earn more than $3650 in 2009. You are head of household if you are not married. Your U.S. Tax Return: Filing Status: Head of Household
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