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Any married person has the option of filing as "Married filing separately" which requires no reporting or signature of the spouse. You can also still file as "Married filing jointly" if you both wish to do so as long as you can get the spouse's signature.
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Can you file banruptcy on federal taxes?
You can't. Bankruptcy does not forgive you for federal taxes.
Can you file your home insurance on taxes this year?
No
The Pros and Cons of Married Filing Jointly?
Married taxpayers have the option of submitting separate or joint tax returns. The married filing jointly option lowers your tax obligation more than filing separately. Your standard deductions for this filing status are generally higher. You may also be eligible for tax benefits that aren't allowed for other filing categories. This filing status is usually best when one spouse's income is significantly higher than the other spouse's income. If both individuals work and qualify for large itemized deductions, it can be beneficial to file separately. Each taxpayer must determine the best option for their situation. Tax laws can be very complicated. You should contact an experienced tax professional for advice for assistance filing your taxes. To qualify for this filing status, you must be legally married prior to the end of the year. The couple must agree to jointly file and sign the income tax return that includes all income, deductions and credits. Your signature indicates that you each accept responsibility for the thoroughness and accuracy of the document. This means that the IRS can hold both spouses individually or jointly responsible for taxes, interest and penalties due on the joint return. These means that one spouse can be held liable for all the taxes even if the other spouse was the one who earned the income and understated the taxes. The agency can release you from this tax liability if you had no knowledge of the error and did not materially benefit from the mistake. Check with a professional tax preparer for more information on equitable relief, separation of liability or innocent spouse relief. The IRS permits you to file one last joint return for the year in which your spouse died. According to the IRS, you are considered married the entire year. In subsequent years, you are allowed to file as a single taxpayer, head of household or surviving spouse. The benefit of filing a separate return is that you are not jointly liable for your spouse's taxes. It is generally more beneficial for taxpayers to file jointly.
Can a man file bankruptcy without his wife's involvement and if he does how will she be affected?
A husband (or wife) may file for bankruptcy separate from his or her spouse. Technically speaking, this should have no effect on the other spouse as they are filing bankruptcy for their separate debts and you will not be held responsible for their debts nor will it be reflected on your credit report, etc. It is important to note that those debts you held jointly will remain with you (the spouse that did not file for bankruptcy).
How can you convert from a Chapter 13 to a Chapter 7 without your spouse even though both are on a dismissed with prejudice Chapter 13?
Since its dismissed w/ prejudice - Wait 180 days and file an individual chapter 7. Your spouse does not have to file.
Can you file taxes with your spouse even if you are not married?
Spouse = married. Can't have one without the other.
If your spouse is in prison what should your filing status be when filing taxes?
My mom has a w2 for spouse how is in prision how can she file tn taxes she has always filed joint
Can a nonobligated spouse's federal taxes be offset due the other spouse indebted child support?
No. The spouse should file an "injured spouse" form with the IRS.
Can I file joint taxes if my spouse is not an American citizen?
Yes, if your spouse has a Taxpayer Id. I would not bring attention to your spouse if they are here illegally.
Can you file taxes as married if you are married to an illegal alien?
yes, youll have to apply for an ITIN number for your spouse. got to he IRS website for more information www.IRS.gov/. You cant lie and file not being married when you are cuz they will find out and that jail time for you.
Is a spouse responsible for back taxes if they file separately?
yes it is them that filed separetly NOT YOU
Can you file taxes on money you spent in jail?
Money that you spend in jail would not be reported on your income tax return.
Can you file taxes separately from your spouse?
Yes, the election to file seperatley or jointly is yours and able to be made each year.
Do you have to file taxes if im an at home mom...what if i dont have a job?
If you are unmarried and have no income you do not need to file. If you have a spouse that works then you must file a joint return.
How do you file taxes when one spouse is working and the other spouse is on social security?
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Your ex-husband is responsible for the back taxes and you have the divorce decree to prove it but if you file your taxes the IRS will take your because he is not paying what can you do about this?
File injured spouse forms to separate your tax liability from his.
how do i file for divorce when my spouse is in jail And what would be the chances of him gettin custody of our childern?
You need to have the court papers served to him while he is in jail. He probably won't get custody while he is in jail.
