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I paid my mother's taxes and back taxes on her home that she owns. Can I claim those taxes that I paid on her behalf?


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Expert Mark Anderson's Answer:

No.  In order to get the deduction, the taxpayer needs to pay the expense.  I hope this answers your question.  Thank you.

Mark Anderson, JD

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