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    Michael1234 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Mar 4, 2010, 01:03 PM
    do i have to file taxes on my child support
    I am asking becaue my husbands X the only money income that she has is his child support. Does she have to file taxes on the child support? There is no alamonie involved.
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    Mar 4, 2010, 01:52 PM

    "No. Individuals who receive child support on behalf of their children do not pay income tax on that money."

    Child Support and Taxes - Is Child Support Taxable or Deductible
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