Innocent Spouse Tax Relief/ Injured Spouse Tax Relief

Marriage and taxes often make a complicated mix. This is especially true for married couples who file joint tax returns. The IRS treats the joint filing as a whole, so they will withhold the entire tax refund – including your portion of the tax refund – if your spouse owes back taxes or child support. The IRS will also hold you equally liable for payment of your spouse’s back taxes or other obligations.

Fortunately, the IRS provides innocent spouse tax relief, also known as injured spouse tax relief for spouses who find themselves in this situation, but this injured spouse tax relief is not granted automatically. The IRS must be made aware of your situation and innocent spouse tax relief must be requested through the proper forms and procedures.

Another common question is how to file income tax returns when a spouse dies. FSI Tax™ can show you how to file income tax returns when a spouse dies in order to make sure you get the relief you deserve. Do not allow a problem to arise because you don’t know how to file income tax returns when a spouse dies - get help right away.

If the IRS is withholding your portion of a joint tax refund or holding you liable for your spouse’s back taxes, you have a limited amount of time to seek relief. You need to act now and seek relief from these tax liabilities and the associated interest and penalties.

Contact FSI Tax™ and let our tax professionals assess your situation, explain your options and answer your questions