Innocent Spouse Relief
Fresh Tax helps taxpayers resolve their tax issues and get them in compliance with the IRS.
What is Innocent Spouse Relief?
Filing for innocent spouse relief can relieve you of the financial responsibilities inherited to you from your spouse. These responsibilities include penalties, interest and taxes which results from your spouse improperly filing their tax return. You can use IRS From 8857 to request tax resolution called “innocent spouse relief” and have the tax debt and penalties removed.
Who Qualifies for Innocent Spouse Relief?
Depending on your circumstance, there are a few different qualifications for innocent spouse relief. Consider if you fall into one of the following situations:
1. Filed joint tax returns when you were/are married.
2. Your Spouse filed the joint returns improperly.
2. Unaware that the income was incorrectly reported.
The IRS will consider it unfair to hold you liable for the unpaid taxes and grant you relief only if you fall into one of the above circumstances.
Three Types of Innocent Spouse Relief
1. Relief by Separation of Liability
This is when you and your spouse divide the tax amount, including interest and penalties on your joint tax return.
2. Equitable Relief
When the IRS examines your situation and concludes that it is unfair to hold one spouse responsible for penalties, interest and tax you may be relieved through equitable relief. The IRS will consider more factors such as economic hardship or spouse abuse.
3. Innocent Spouse Relief
If you aren’t aware of your spouse filing your taxes incorrectly you may be excused from interest and penalties.
Ready to Qualify for Tax Relief?
Are you considering or want to learn about the IRS Fresh Start Program? Speak with a tax relief expert today. Call us at (866)211-4564 or submit a simple form.