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The Short Answer

You Can Probably Still Deduct Your Alimony Payment

A tax deduction for the payer is no longer allowed, but the new tax laws may not apply to you.

Karen Wallace, CFP®

Jan 29, 2019

Note: For more about financial planning and divorce, see our recent report by behavioral scientist Sarah Newcomb, The Big Split: Minimizing Conflict in Divorce Financial Planning.

Q: Can I still deduct my alimony payments?

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