Innocent Spouse Tax Relief Eligibility Explorer |
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Equitable Relief
All the facts and circumstances are considered in determining whether it's inequitable to hold you liable. Some of the factors considered include:
- The taxes owed are your spouse's or ex-spouse's.
- You are no longer married to that spouse.
- You thought your spouse would pay the taxes on the original return.
- You didn't know about the items changed in the audit.
- You would suffer a financial hardship if you were required to pay the tax. You would not be able to pay for basic living expenses like food, shelter, and clothing.
- You did not significantly benefit (above normal support) from the unpaid taxes.
- You suffered abuse during your marriage.
Do you believe that your situation meets the above requirements?
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Page Last Reviewed or Updated: December 08, 2009