I did not have taxable income for the year of 2007, I only received VA disability and social security disablity. Do I need to file my taxes this year? If not can my mother claim my daughter as her dependent, we are living in her house at the present time?
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You do not need to file, and your mother can claim your daughter as a dependent if you lived together for at least half of 2007. If you lived with your mother for all of 2007 and your mother provided more than half of the cost of supporting you (including the costs of keeping up the home), she can also claim you. If you only lived with your mother for six months or more of 2007, your mother can claim you if you have a medical condition that prevents you from pursuing substantial gainful activity. IMPORTANT EDIT #1: Adjusted answer to provide clarity about how your mother can claim you as a "qualifying relative" if you meet certain criteria.
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Alex is absolutely right. I am in the same situation as yours, and I've been on SSI for 4 years.
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That is correct. You do not have to file income tax and your mother can claim your son. She may also be able to claim you, there are some rules to be able to do that. She either needs to read up on that or see a tax consultant. I went to a tax consultant because I am in a similar position to your mother. Good luck.
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