EP 44: Head of Household Rules for Divorced Parents: The 50/50 Custody Tax Trap

Описание: 🚨 *Stop!* Does your divorce decree say "50/50 custody"? If so, you might be walking into a giant tax trap! 🛑

The IRS generally doesn't care what your judge signed—they care about "heads in beds." In this video, we debunk the "Sharing Myth" that costs co-parents thousands of dollars every year. We break down the rigid *Head of Household (HOH)* rules and explain why signing Form 8332 isn't the "magic fix" many parents think it is.

*What you’ll learn in this episode:*
✅ *The 183-Night Rule:* Why the "Pillow Test" matters more than your custody agreement.
✅ *Form 8332 Truths:* How to give away the Child Tax Credit but keep the massive HOH deduction.
✅ *The $8,000 Mistake:* The financial difference between filing Single vs. Head of Household.

Don't let a misunderstanding of the tax code cost you your refund! We help you navigate the confusion so your return is Safe, Simple, and Sound.

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