INNOCENT SPOUSE RELIEF WINTER PARK

You may have thought that a divorce closed that chapter of your life. Then the IRS writes to you about a joint return from years ago. That can be upsetting, but you may have options.

Understanding your exposure

On a joint return, both spouses are generally responsible for the full tax, even if the income belonged to only one of them.

Types of relief

Innocent spouse relief may help if your spouse understated the tax and you did not know.

Separation of liability may divide an understatement between former spouses.

Equitable relief may apply if the other two do not, and it would be unfair to hold you responsible.

Getting started

Requests are made on Form 8857, and time limits can apply. Call for a private appointment. We can review the returns and your history, and help you decide on the next step.

Let's set a time. Call 407-720-7220 or send us a message to make an appointment. Fajardo & Associates serves Winter Park clients from our Orlando office at 7380 W. Sand Lake Road, Suite 500.