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Tax Debt

Santiago — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:04:44 GMT

Is there subject matter expert regarding my spouse’s tax debt? My spouse didn’t pay taxes for many years - unbeknownst to me. We have never filed jointly... always ‘married but filing separately’. He was found guilty of tax evasion and served 18 months. Right now he is completing the halfway house portion of his sentence. I have filed for divorce.
Can I talk to someone about what I can expect from the IRS with respect to me? The property I own is mine... in my name.

Re: Tax Debt

Bsch4477 — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:41:11 GMT

Your question is a good one but probably better addressed by your divorce attorney.

Re: Tax Debt

Santiago — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:46:35 GMT

I guess I just need to know if I am responsible for any of his tax debt. He will have to pay back a considerable amount of money. I don’t want to lose my house. I hear horror stories about spouses in this situation.

Re: Tax Debt

macuser_22 — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:54:59 GMT

The IRS could only go after you if it was a joint debt of income not reported on a joint tax return that you both signed. If you filed a separate return then what he filed fraudulently will not affect you.

If a lean is placed on jointly held property or property that was moved to your name only to prevent it from being seized, then you should consult an attorney.

Re: Tax Debt

Santiago — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 23:09:38 GMT

The house has always been in my name.
Thank you kindly, for your quick responses. It does make sense. I just worry about it, I guess.