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    Apr 26, 2011, 01:34 PM
    Schedule c and wife's health care
    I am self-employed and my wife works without health insurance. I have the VA. Can I deduct her health insurance payments off on my schedule C?
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    Apr 26, 2011, 01:52 PM
    Yes, you can, because she is a member of your immediate family. However, you must file a joint return.
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    Apr 26, 2011, 02:57 PM
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    Yes, you can, because she is a member of your immediate family. However, you must file a joint return.
    Thank-you so much. Paul
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    Apr 26, 2011, 03:48 PM
    Glad to help!
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