Claiming Dependents Based on Income

[mlolsen2000]

My divorce decree states that "father may claim both children as dependents until mother earns gross income of $25,000, at which time each parent may claim one child as a dependent".

My question: Is alimony included in the $25,000 for determining if I can claim one of the children as a dependent? I am the residential parent for both children.

Thank You!

 

[Duranie]

I would think alimony is not included, since it is not taxable income. you might want to ask your attorney to be sure.