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Hey there! Welcome to DugongTax, your go-to for all things tax preparation.

We know taxes can be a total drag, but that's where we come in. Our team of experts is here to make the process as painless as possible.
 

Tired of wishing you could just send your tax documents to someone and have them handle everything? You're in luck! Our team will take care of it all for you, so you can kick back and relax. Plus, we're always here to answer any tax-related questions you have throughout the year.
 

We know that everyone's situation is unique, which is why we specialize in working with young people. We get it, taxes can be especially tricky when you're just starting out.
 

We also know that not everyone can afford a fancy tax professional, which is why we offer affordable prices and flexible payment options. We want to make sure you're getting the help you need without breaking the bank.
 

Our online platform is super user-friendly and accessible from anywhere, so you can do your taxes from the comfort of your own home. Plus, we'll make sure you're taking advantage of all the tax credits and deductions you're entitled to.
 

At DugongTax, we're all about making your life a little easier. We're excited to help you out with your tax preparation needs!

 

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Answer a few questions about your life, work and tax situation. We will take it from there, keeping you in the loop at every step. 

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A dedicated Enrolled Agent will be working on your return. Your preparer will have your back to give you every deduction you deserve. 

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After we finish your return, we will share the results and answer your questions. Once you give thumps up we will file your return. 

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Innocent spouse relief is a provision offered by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that allows individuals to be excused from paying taxes, interest, and penalties on deductions, credits, items, or income that were wrongly reported or missing from their spouse's tax forms. This relief is often sought by individuals who have filed taxes as "married filing jointly" and who were unaware of their spouse's incorrect reporting at the time that they signed and submitted their tax return.

To claim innocent spouse relief, you must file Form 8857, Request for Innocent Spouse Relief, with the IRS. This form must be filed within two years of the IRS's attempted collection of taxes. If you are granted innocent spouse relief, you will no longer be responsible for paying your spouse's fees.

There are several requirements that you must meet in order to qualify for innocent spouse relief. These include:

•    Your filing status was "married filing jointly"
•    The taxes you owed or paid were lower than they should have been due to your spouse's incorrect reporting of items, deductions, credits, or income
•    When you signed and submitted your tax return, you had no actual knowledge or reason to know that the report was incorrect
•    It is unfair to hold you responsible for the additional tax fees
•    You and your spouse are not part of a fraudulent scheme

It's important to note that actual knowledge of the error or the "reason to know" test may disqualify you from relief. Actual knowledge is determined when the requesting spouse did know about improper deductions, credits, items, or income reports on a tax return. The "reason to know" test is used by the IRS to determine whether it is reasonable to believe that the requesting spouse had knowledge of the incorrect reports.

In determining whether to grant innocent spouse relief, the IRS will consider several factors, including:

•    The type of error that was reported
•    The amount of error that was reported
•    The financial situations of both spouses
•    The educational and employment backgrounds of both spouses
•    How each spouse participated in the error
•    Whether questions about the error or return were asked before or at the time of filing

There have been several interesting court cases involving innocent spouse relief. In one case, a taxpayer claimed innocent spouse relief after her husband had improperly reported their income on their joint tax return. The IRS denied her request for relief, and she appealed the decision. The court ruled in her favor, stating that she had no actual knowledge of the error and that it would be unfair to hold her responsible for the additional taxes.

In another case, a taxpayer claimed innocent spouse relief after her ex-husband had failed to report all of their income on their joint tax return. The IRS denied her request for relief, and she appealed the decision. The court ruled in her favor, stating that she had no actual knowledge of the error and that it would be unfair to hold her responsible for the additional taxes.

It's important to remember that innocent spouse relief is not automatic and that each case is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. If you believe that you may be eligible for innocent spouse relief, it is recommended that you seek the advice of a qualified tax professional. They can help you understand your rights and options, and assist you with the process of filing for relief.
 

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