Andrea L. asked

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My mom got audited for claiming my kids as dependents on her tax returns for two consecutive years. The IRS says she owes money, and we're unsure why since she has been helping me with my kids for 12 years. We need advice on how to proceed and prove that the kids lived with her for more than half the year.

June 12th, 2023

Stephanie B. answered

The issue arises because the IRS allows only one person to claim a single child as a dependent, typi...

June 12th, 2023

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