Are alimony payments taxable to the payor in some states?

Yes, in some states including Hawaii, alimony payments are taxable to the payor. This means that those who are paying alimony must include the amount of the payment as part of their gross income when filing taxes. The recipient of alimony payments does not have to include the payments as part of their gross income, and thus is not taxed on them. In Hawaii, the court has the power to order either the payor or the recipient to pay all or part of the taxes associated with the alimony payments. Alimony is generally not taxable to the recipient if it is paid in accordance with a court order, and several other factors are met. These include that the alimony paid over a period of time is not part of a property settlement, if the payor spouse is able to deduct the amount paid, if the payments are agreed to in writing, and if the payments are not considered part of the payee’s income. For a more detailed understanding of how alimony is taxed in Hawaii, it is recommended to contact a qualified tax specialist or lawyer who is familiar with the laws of the state. They will be able to provide more specific information about what is and is not taxable.

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