by hljones2 on February 23rd, 2010

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Why do my parents get a tax write off for my tuition? I'm considered a dependent, but I pay for EVERYTHING for myself, they pay nothing.

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  • by hljones2 on February 23rd, 2010

    hljones2

    Let me clarify - I pay for everything for myself not including health insurance, which is the reason I'm still listed as a dependent under my parents. Other than that, yes I work and I'm on my own.

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  • by hljones2 on February 24th, 2010

    hljones2

    Share your answer...

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  • by overwhelmed000 on February 23rd, 2010

    overwhelmed000

    Your parents sound shy-stie!
    lol
    well you live under their roof and eat their food.
    so you are a dependent.
    however,
    you want to claim your tuition then you should file your taxes or you should get a cut.

  • by OldCW wears The COAT of the Cosmos on February 23rd, 2010

    OldCW wears The COAT of the Cosmos

    So you pay market rates for your room, your food, dentistry, medical, clothes etc.? And btw, if you're earning an income and paying for your tuition, you can deduct it instead of them.

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  • by Ringo on February 23rd, 2010

    Ringo

    If you are paying for everything, have you considered filing your own tax return and taking the tuition write-off for yourself?

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  • by daveHogan on February 23rd, 2010

    daveHogan

    because they hate you

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