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Old 10-25-2021, 08:30 AM
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Originally Posted by retiredguy123 View Post
I agree, especially since he can't divert that money to an investment that could minimize his taxes on it. He must pay his maximum marginal tax rate on it and send the money to his ex-spouse. Not fair.
I agree, not fair. Mrs. Jones, whether via child support or alimony has an "income" provided by another entity (Mr. Jones). She should be responsible for the taxes same as any other household receiving an income.