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Innocent Spouse Relief
What is IRS Innocent Spouse Relief?
IRS innocent spouse relief is a form of tax relief for some taxpayers that qualify. If you’re able to prove that your spouse, or former spouse, failed to report or underreported income without your knowledge, or fraudulently claimed deductions you can be fully relieved from that tax burden.
The Three Types of Spousal Tax Relief
Innocent Spouse Relief Requirements
Just like all the other IRS tax relief programs you must meet certain qualifications in order to receive the benefits. The IRS says that you may qualify for Innocent Spouse Relief if ALL of the following are true for you:
- You filed a joint tax return for the year(s) in question
- The tax liability resulted from erroneous items of the person with whom you filed the joint return (such as unreported income or an incorrect deduction, credit, or basis).
- You can show that you did not participate or possess any knowledge of the existence of the understated tax
- Taking all facts and circumstances into account, it would be unfair to hold you responsible for the tax debt
- You and your spouse (current or former) have not transferred any property to one another in an effort to defraud the IRS
You must provide the IRS with adequate information to prove your case. It’s important not to exaggerate or falsify any information on your application as it can result in penalties. The Tax Hardship Center can file an IRS Innocent Spouse Relief request on your behalf, ensuring all your documents are accurate and every detail the IRS looks for is included.
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