How to answers this tax preparation question?
One question is asking me if in 2008 I was a full time student or if I supported myself. THere's also the option, None of the Above. Last year I graduated in May but started working full time in June and was supporting myself. Which option should I choose?
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- If you did in fact support yourself, you answer supported self. That pre-empts any dependency claim.
- If you were a full time student but provided over 1/2 your own support for 2008, then no one else should be claiming you as a dependent. Support is a subject that takes into account many different things, such as the home you live in, food, and all other expenses that account for your support. I am attaching a link to the IRS Pub 17, page 33. Support Worksheet. So if you live with your parents, were a full time student in any part of 5 months of the year and you did not provide over 1/2 your own support, they could be able to claim you as a dependent. Back to your original question, so if you were a full time student and you can prove that you did support yourself, no one else can claim you then you should check the option that fits this situation. Laura H – H&R Block – Senior Tax Advisor 5 **This advise was prepared based on our understanding of the tax law in effect at the time it was written as it applies to the facts that you provided.
