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The Innocent Spouse Tax Relief program provides relief to taxpayers who have filed a joint tax return and are now facing tax liability as a result of their spouse's actions. The program is designed to provide relief to taxpayers who did not know, and had no reason to know, that their spouse was noncompliant with the tax laws. In order to qualify for relief, taxpayers must show that they did not know, and had no reason to know, of the Understatement of Tax Liability on the joint return at the time that the return was filed. Innocent Spouse Tax Relief is available to taxpayers who file an amended return or request a collection due process hearing. If you believe you may be eligible for Innocent Spouse Tax Relief, you should contact the IRS as soon as possible. Innocent Spouse Tax Relief can provide relief from liability for taxes, interest, and penalties that would otherwise be owed. When Innocent Spouse Tax Relief is granted, the taxpayer is relieved of responsibility for paying the tax liability. Innocent Spouse Tax Relief may also provide relief from interest and penalties that have accrued on the outstanding tax liability. Innocent Spouse Tax Relief is available to both married and divorced taxpayers. If you are divorced, you may still be eligible for relief if you meet certain requirements. You should contact the IRS as soon as possible if you think you may be eligible for Innocent Spouse Tax Relief. The sooner you contact the IRS, the more likely it is that relief will be granted. Innocent Spouse Tax Relief can provide significant financial relief to taxpayers who are facing tax liability as a result of their spouse's actions. Contact the IRS today to learn more about Innocent Spouse Tax Relief and what it can do for you.
Innocent Spouse Tax Relief is available to those who have filed a joint tax return with a spouse or former spouse, and who are unable to pay the tax liability due to incorrect information included on the return. Innocent Spouse Relief may also be available if you are facing financial hardship as a result of your spouse or former spouse's tax debt. To qualify for Innocent Spouse Relief, you must demonstrate that you did not know, and had no reason to know, that the information on your tax return was incorrect. If you are granted Innocent Spouse Relief, you will be responsible for only your share of the tax liability. For more information on Innocent Spouse Relief, please contact us.
The Innocent Spouse Tax Relief program provides relief to taxpayers who have filed joint tax returns where it is later determined that they should not be held liable for the entire tax bill. In order to qualify for this relief, the taxpayer must prove that they did not have actual knowledge of, or reason to know of, the understatement of tax on the joint return when it was filed. The IRS defines actual knowledge as having "a clear indication that there was a substantial understatement of tax and [the taxpayer] make[s] a conscious choice not to inquire further about the understatement because [the taxpayer] prefer[s] not to know about it." In other words, the taxpayer must have been willfully ignorant of the understatement in order to be held liable. This is a high burden of proof, and it is rare for taxpayers to meet this standard. If you believe that you may be eligible for Innocent Spouse Tax Relief, you should contact a tax professional for more information.
The Innocent Spouse Tax Relief program is designed to help taxpayers who have been negatively affected by their spouse's or ex-spouse's tax debt. Under the program, innocent spouses can request relief from paying taxes on joint returns if they meet certain conditions. To qualify for Innocent Spouse Tax Relief, taxpayers must demonstrate that they did not know about or consent to their spouse's or ex-spouse's tax debt. In addition, they must show that they would suffer financial hardship if they were held responsible for the debt. Innocent Spouse Tax Relief can be a complex process, and taxpayers are encouraged to seek professional help if they think they may qualify for the program.
Innocent Spouse Tax Relief may be available to you if you signed a joint tax return under duress. If you can show that you did not know about, and had no reason to know about, an understatement of tax on the return, you may be relieved of responsibility for the tax, interest, and penalties. Innocent Spouse Tax Relief can be applied retroactively for up to two years from the date the IRS first attempts to collect the tax from you. You must file a petition with the IRS within two years of the date of the first collection activity to request Innocent Spouse Tax Relief. If you have Innocent Spouse Tax Relief, you will not be liable for any taxes, interest, or penalties related to the understatement of tax on your jointly filed return. The IRS will also stop any collection action that is currently underway against you. Innocent Spouse Tax Relief can provide significant relief to taxpayers who find themselves in difficult situations due to a joint tax liability. If you think you may be eligible for Innocent Spouse Tax Relief, please contact us as soon as possible to discuss your options.