What happens when my bf files his taxes as i(gf) is supporting me and I dont file my taxes?
In Canada, everyone files their own tax return. No such thing as filing together. If you have lived together for at least a year as of December 31, 2007, then you can file as living common law on each of your returns (which he likely did). He probably claimed a credit called the “spousal amount”. Generally he can claim this if your income is below the basic exemption. He may have received a refund without your return having been filed but if you don’t file a return, it is very likely he will get a letter from CRA asking to verify your net income. You should file a tax return even if you don’t owe so that you stay on the government’s radar in case you need to apply for any kind of government program. Either of you may qualify for the GST credit as well. If you file your return and it turns out your income is say.. $12,000, then he will get a notice of reassessment asking for some of his refund back if he got an extra refund erroneously. It will not be considered fraud but if he does thi
I think you can only file jointly if you are married. I think what he did was illegal. I would file your taxes if I were you. The IRS will come after you if you don’t file.Plus, everyone that files their taxes are getting a stimulis check from the goverenment. It’s supposed to be $600 for singles, and $1200 for married people.
You need to file your return even though it’s late!! Depending on how much money you made last year, you will probably get a refund and it might be more than any penalties you owe. You don’t want to start your life off being red-flagged by the IRS. His financial issues aren’t your problem. You do what you have to do for YOU!!
