My husband has left the country and earns a lot of money abroad. He doesn't give me a penny. I am earning nothing yet, but trying to find work. He left a year ago and hasn't earned anything in America during that time.
Should I file taxes with him or without him? I have children living with me, he pays no child support.
I am worried I will get audited for this big round zero, not that I'm doing anything wrong. I'm not sure if he is though because he earns so much in Canada but is planning to declare zero taxes in America. Should I file separately? Is it better with impending divorce to file together before I start divorce proceedings?
2007-04-08 15:01:07 · 5 answers · asked by katy 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Taxes ➔ United States
if you are married as of dec 31st your BEST advantage is married filing jointly that way you get the full kid credit. despite the fact that he is out of the country is irrevelant on taxes. If you file married filing seperate then you are opening up some serious issues like ok you had no work no income how did you take care of yourself and the kids?
But you have 8 days left (yes 8 next monday is a legal holiday in some states) better seek the advice of a tax pro for confirmation on this.
2007-04-08 15:07:13 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Since you are still married, you are allowed to file a joint return with him, but if you know that he's planning to falsify his return, DO NOT file jointly even if he's willing, since that could make you responsible for his tax debts.
Since you have children living with you and provided a home for them, and did not live with him at any time during the second half of the year, you can file as head of household, which will give you lower taxes than filing married filing separately.
2007-04-09 03:47:14 · answer #2 · answered by Judy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In your situation, it would probably be best to file Married Filing Separately, IMHO. It sounds like he's pulling some sort of tax scam and you need to isolate yourself from any liability for anything he's pulling. Separate returns will do that for you.
It's not too bright on his part to be doing that in Canada, either. The IRS and Revenue Canada exchange information on each others' taxpayers all the time.
2007-04-08 15:07:04 · answer #3 · answered by Bostonian In MO 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2016-11-27 20:11:22 · answer #4 · answered by boettcher 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get an accountant and an attorney. I think you have to file as "married filing separatly" but not positive. When you are dealing with somthing like this, it is best to have a professional help you.
2007-04-08 15:06:07 · answer #5 · answered by troythom 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋