QUESTION
Will my ex-spouse still receive her federal refund if I file for bankruptcy and I’m paying 100% of the tax debt?
Asked on May 14th, 2014 on Bankruptcy - Georgia
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I'm divorced and I'm filing for bankruptcy. I owe back taxes and filing a chapter 13 paying off 100% of taxes once I file. Will my ex-spouse be able to still receive her federal refund since this is my tax responsibility and is outlined in decree?
1 ANSWER
William Rhymer
It depends. Income taxes are generally not considered consumer debts and technically the co-debtor stay in a Chapter 13 does not apply. However, it has been my experience that the IRS will not go after the.
Answered on Jun 10th, 2014 at 8:34 AM