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tax question

deleted_user
deleted_user
so last january stbx was giving me money to live on and it wasnt until february when the court decided what was alimony and what was child support. so does january count toward my income like alimony?
GeocacherNY
GeocacherNY
good question! maybe, maybe not... ask your tax preparer
deleted_user
deleted_user
I wouldn't think so. Ask your lawyer as well.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I was paying my ex support without a court order since March of last year. My lawyer told me because I didn't have a court order making me pay that I wouldn't be able to claim it on taxes. It was considered a gift.

The court can order back payments to the time of separation so check the court order to see when the order begins.
deleted_user
deleted_user
sounds great thanks
lycesq
lycesq
Child support is not taxable or deductible. Spousal support (alimony) is only deductible and taxable if it is made pursuant to written agreement or court order. And, only payments after the order is made or agreement is signed, count.

Lynne (aka the Lawyer) - tax law is the same whether you are from my state or another.

Lynne
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