Claiming kid on taxes after divorce

[rustyraines]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Texas

First of all me and my ex wife get along very well. The only problem we have ran in to is claiming our two children on our taxes. They do live with her most of the time so I know she has the right to claim them both. But I have stepped up and helped her after the divorce like giving her most of the household furniture and which wasn't in our decree but a decision I made on my own. Also even knowing we were going to be divorced I helped her get a new car and even helped her out with money that wasn't child support. Even doing all of this I asked to claim one child to help me out and she basically said no. I don't think I can do anything legally to claim on and I won't unless she agrees but I'm wondering if there is a way.

[IsabellaSoriano]

Originally Posted by rustyraines

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Texas

First of all me and my ex wife get along very well. The only problem we have ran in to is claiming our two children on our taxes. They do live with her most of the time so I know she has the right to claim them both. But I have stepped up and helped her after the divorce like giving her most of the household furniture and which wasn't in our decree but a decision I made on my own. Also even knowing we were going to be divorced I helped her get a new car and even helped her out with money that wasn't child support. Even doing all of this I asked to claim one child to help me out and she basically said no. I don't think I can do anything legally to claim on and I won't unless she agrees but I'm wondering if there is a way.

well, it would have to be court ordered that mom claims child, and dad claimes one child. when the older child reaches the age of 18 and ages out of being a tax dependant, then the remaining child is switched every year.

however, federal law dictates who gets to claim the children. and they live with mom. so mom claims. mom would have to fill out a 8332 to release her right to file. regardless.

all those "gifts" are not considered when it comes to law.

[rustyraines]

Thank you for the reply. Yes I understand that those gifts don't matter. I just wanted people to see that I'm not a heartless bum just trying to screw there mother. Thanks for the sound advice.

[IsabellaSoriano]

Originally Posted by rustyraines

Thank you for the reply. Yes I understand that those gifts don't matter. I just wanted people to see that I'm not a heartless bum just trying to screw there mother. Thanks for the sound advice.

you're welcome!