Can we turn in the things we buy for my husbands daughter in on our taxes?

Question

My husband pays his child support on time every month, but also buys things for his daughter throughout the year, as in school clothes and supplies, since this is a lot of money going out for her can we somehow turn it in with our taxes for a return?

Answer 1

No, of course not. The normal everyday costs of raising a child are not deductible for *any* parent, whether they are married or single, custodial or non-custodial.

Answer 2

No you cannot. Basic living costs are not deductible. As I am sure you know neither is child support. It is your responsibility.

Answer 3

You heard wrong - you can't deduct extras that you buy her, and can't deduct child support either.

If he is the parent who can claim her as a dependent, then any MEDICAL expenses he pays for her could be eligible as an itemized deduction.  He can only claim her if there is a valid court order saying he can, or if the mother has voluntarily signed over the exemption to him.

Answer 4

Of course not.  I can't write off clothing for my kids why would a fivorced dad be able to?

Answer 5

nope!!!