Innocent Spouse Relief

If you filed a joint return with your spouse or former spouse, you may be held liable for the taxes, interest, and penalties–even if it was your spouse who earned the income and/or claimed improper deductions or credits. You can also be relieved of responsibility for paying tax, interest, and penalties if your spouse did something wrong on your tax return. If the IRS is holding you responsible for your spouse’s or former spouse’s fraud or negligence, I can help and will quickly determine if you qualify for tax relief and then negotiate with the IRS for the outcome most favorable to you.

Under the Innocent Spouse relief, there are two other types of relief available.

• Separation of Liability Relief Under this type of relief, you divide the additional tax owed from your joint return, plus penalties and interest, between you and your spouse (or former spouse).
• Equitable Relief If you do not qualify for innocent spouse relief or separation of liability, you may still be relieved of responsibility for tax, interest, and penalties through equitable relief.

Don’t be the victim of someone else’s mistakes or dishonesty. Contact me today to see if you qualify for Innocent Spouse Relief or other IRS tax relief programs.

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