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    snowyres69 Posts: 8, Reputation: 1
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    Jul 30, 2008, 12:59 PM
    Mortgage and property taxes
    Thanks for the quick responses to my questions I now have a few more questions.
    1. Can I also claim my step son as a dependent and apply for a ss card for him?
    2. We have property in Jamaica a House that we pay property tax on and land that we are paying a mortgage as well as property taxes on: Can I make a claim for for the interest that I pay on the mortgage for the land or does this only apply to homes?
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    Jul 30, 2008, 01:23 PM
    1) Yes, if he lived with you, his biological parent(s) does not claim him, and you provided more than half of his support.

    2) Yes.
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    Jul 30, 2008, 05:11 PM
    1. What forms and/or documentation will I need to claim the mortgage interest?
    2. My step son lives in Jamaica with his Dad, I do provide more than 50% of his support.
    How do I go about getting a ss # for him?
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    Aug 7, 2008, 09:21 AM
    1) Mortgage interest paid is reported on Form 1098, copies of which are sent to you and the IRS by the mortgage company.

    2) If he is NOT a U.S. citizen, you will need to apply for a Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) using Form W-7. This form is submitted with the tax return, along with specific documentation that shows he IS your son. The required documentation is listed in the W-7 instructions.
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