Parents/Job question
I'm 16 and trying to get a job that's not babysitting. My mother knows of what I'm trying to do, but she says I can't get a job without an ID. But she hasn't taken me to the DMV to get that done, but I found out the reason why she hasn't helped me get any of this done... If I get a job she cant put me on her taxes.. Is that true or false?
False. My daughter is 20 and I support her and she works and is in college and I claim her.
FALSE! She can still claim you on her taxes even if you're working BC you're still a minor
She can still claim you. I started working at 16 and my mom claimed me from 16 all the way through undergrad. When I did my taxes during that time I just had to make sure I answered yes to someone else being able to claim me as a dependent
You can get a job. Call your town/city hall and ask what the requirements are for under age 18 workers. Sime places require certificate or permit. Do you have a passport or birth certificate available? I wirked p-t starting at 16.
False. I assume you're under 18? If you are still dependent on her for housing, food etc then she can still declare you as a dependent on taxes.
Jada,
Depending on the state (which should be the same), your mother can still claim you on her taxes as you are a legal dependent by age. Most states don't consider you being an adult till the age of 24/26 (varies) aside from the common legal age of 18, but you can still work while your mother claims you. You should have a work permit if required by your state.
If your mom doesn't want to take you to DMV, ask a friend or take an uber/lyft (if available) to get an ID.