QUESTION
Am I liable for the taxes my boyfriend owes? How?
Asked on May 21st, 2015 on Taxation - Michigan
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My boyfriend has lived with me for over a year and a half. I just found out that he has not paid his taxes since 2003 and that he has outstanding tax liability. Can I be liable for any of this? We do not have any joint bank accounts or bills.
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That would be a no.
Answered on Aug 28th, 2015 at 8:17 PM
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Ronald K. Nims
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No, you're not liable for another person's taxes unless you file a joint return OR he's given you significant gifts (over $1,000 is about where "significant" starts). If he's given you a car, for example, there is a good chance that the IRS will come after you for the value of the car (the value when he gave it to you, not the current value).
Answered on May 25th, 2015 at 4:35 AM
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Normally it is not your liability but the devil is in the details.
Answered on May 21st, 2015 at 3:42 PM