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  4. I receive both alimony and child support for my children . Is either payment taxable ?

I receive both alimony and child support for my children . Is either payment taxable ?

Alimony or separate maintenance payments must be included on your tax return as income in the year received. Child support is not taxable and not reportable. Likewise your ex-spouse can deduct the alimony but cannot deduct the child support.

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