Where do i report income received as part of a divorce settlement

simula5776 · ‎June 4, 2019

I was bought out of my house due to a divorce, I received half the equity due to this. Is this money taxable income?

MinhT · ‎June 4, 2019

Property (or cash) received in a divorce settlement is not taxable. It is not entered on your tax return.

Alimony received is taxable. Alimony paid is tax deductible.

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MinhT · ‎June 4, 2019

Property (or cash) received in a divorce settlement is not taxable. It is not entered on your tax return.

Alimony received is taxable. Alimony paid is tax deductible.

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