ISR 102: Innocent Spouse Relief
Innocent Spouse Tax Relief. Congress has authorized “Innocent Spouse Relief” for qualifying spouses to relieve them from certain joint and several tax liability related to an understated tax deficiency. 26 U.S.C. § 6015(a)(1). Through the “Innocent Spouse Relief” program, the Requesting Spouse can be relieved of responsibility for paying any additions…
ISR 103: Separation of Liability Relief
Separation of Liability Relief. Congress has authorized “Separation of Liability Relief” for qualifying spouses to relieve them from certain joint and several tax liability related to a tax “deficiency.” 26 U.S.C. § 6015(c). The Tax Code defines “deficiency,” generally, as the amount by which the tax imposed by IRS Subtitle A…
ISR 104: Equitable Relief
Equitable Tax Relief. Congress has authorized “Equitable Relief” for qualifying spouses to relieve them from certain joint and several tax liability related to a tax deficiency and/or underpayment. 26 U.S.C. § 6015(f). Equitable Relief also applies to penalties and interest when relief is granted for the underlying item. IRM § 25.15.12.20.3(5)…