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#1
11-04-2004, 03:04 PM
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Tax deductionWhat is the name of your state?CT Im a south asian,My divorce is almost finalized (we have been seperated for 3 years), Meanwhile im asked to pay 2500$ per month for maintainence but the problem is my spouse is living in south asia(spouse dont have social security id or no tax id), can i claim that money as tax deduction?? Thanks Sam |
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#2
11-04-2004, 07:26 PM
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| US tax laws require you to withhold 30% of the gross alimony paid to a non-resident alien. If you withhold the required amount & send it to the IRS, you can deduct the gross alimony paid on your tax return. Your spouse will need to file a US tax return to get any money back. Alimony means money a court requires you to pay pending a divorce or after a divorce. Voluntary or negotiated payments are not alimony.
__________________ This post does not constitute legal advice, nor does it create an attorney-client relationship. Postings are based only on the information provided and you should consult an attorney in your area before relying on information contained in this post. |
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11-05-2004, 08:03 AM
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Thanks for the quick replyI have the taxid but my spouse is currently not living in USA, can i use that id and claim the tax deduction Thanks in advance |
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#4
11-08-2004, 03:14 PM
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| Yes. You claim the alimony paid as an adjustment to income on Form 1040.
__________________ This post does not constitute legal advice, nor does it create an attorney-client relationship. Postings are based only on the information provided and you should consult an attorney in your area before relying on information contained in this post. |
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