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Required Summer Reading From The IRS: Transfer And Elective Payment Tax Rules

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Treasury and the IRS promised to release guidance on direct pay and transferability “before summer,” and with proposed regs (REG-101610-23) issued June 14, they met their deadline admirably. Announcing a precise time frame for when proposed rules will be released is less important than their substance, but it’s still a practice that the IRS and Treasury should continue.

It’s painful to hear government officials intone the refrain that “guidance should be coming soon.” Let’s have more dates to put on the calendar.

Clarification of the rules under sections 6417 and 6418 is what taxpayers wanted in the proposed regulations, and that’s what they deliver — for the most part. They are less generous than some commentators had hoped. The market for credit transfers will be less expansive than it might have been had the passive activity rules been swept away.

At least for now, the proposed regulations don’t allow an applicable entity to purchase a credit and then seek an elective payment for the credit, although the preamble indicates that the IRS and Treasury will entertain possible exceptions. The registration process still has large open questions, but the transferee gross income exclusion is a welcome clarification for potential buyers.

The proposed regulations add necessary details to the new regime and include policy decisions. The elective payment rules appear to be intended to enable the use of elective payment, said Adam Cohen of Holland & Hart. Cohen pointed out that instrumentalities and agencies of state and local governments, as well as U.S. territories, are included within the definition of applicable entities in the proposed section 6417 rules.

The exclusion of partnerships seems incongruous, but the complexity of applying sections 6417 and 6418 may explain it. “From a tax logic perspective, they found the right balance, particularly in the section 6418 regulations,” said Chaim Stern of Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP.

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Combining Transfers and Elective Payment?

The answer to whether an applicable entity could purchase credits under section 6418(a) and make an elective payment election is proposed to be no – but not a completely firm no. The preamble to the section 6417 rules says that its conclusion that “sections 6417 and 6418 are best interpreted to not allow an applicable entity under section 6417 to make an elective payment election for a transferred credit under section 6418” was informed by administrative and practical reasons given by commentators.

The preamble also connects its conclusion to the text of section 6417(a). Treasury and the IRS explained that they believe that transferred credits are not “determined with respect to” an applicable entity, as required by section 6417(a).

That is because the credit is not determined with respect to underlying applicable credit property owned by the applicable entity or electing taxpayer, or activities otherwise conducted by the entity or taxpayer under section 6417(a).

And the proposed section 6418 regulations say that transferees are not considered to have owned an interest in the underlying credit property or to have otherwise conducted any of the activities that give rise to the credit. That isn’t a statutory reason to disallow chaining, but doing so maintains consistency between the two sets of proposed regs.

The preamble invites comments on possible exceptions to the proposed bar on chaining, indicating a surprising flexibility that is tempered by the specificity that’s also requested. Suggested limitations to any exceptions include the type of applicable entity that may be allowed to make a direct payment election for credits transferred to it — government entities are offered as an example — and the transferee taxpayer’s involvement in the project’s development.

The other possible considerations are more difficult to distinguish from other types of transfers. They include the transferee’s due diligence, the fact that the transferee pays close to the face value of the credit, and the lack of other special financial arrangements between the parties. Transferees of all types should be expected to do due diligence, and they’ll likely all pay about 93% to 98% of the credit.

The outlined considerations suggest that Treasury and the IRS might provide exceptions if they are satisfied that they won’t be opening the transfer and elective payment regimes up for fraud or abuse. Commentators will almost certainly advocate for exceptions.

Registration

In order to claim the benefits provided by section 6417 or 6418, taxpayers must complete prefiling registration requirements in accordance with temp. reg. sections 1.6417-5T or 1.6418-4T. The online registration portal isn’t ready yet, but the preamble to the temporary regs says its opening deadline of fall 2023 is one justification for putting out temporary regs instead of proposed rules.

Transferees and elective payment claimants will need to reference their registration number when claiming their credits, which raises the question of how long it will take the IRS to review pre-registrations. The FAQs warn taxpayers to leave enough time to obtain a registration number, Cohen noted, but it isn’t clear what that means. It may depend on the depth of the IRS’s review, another open question.

Seth Feuerstein of Atheva, a marketplace for IRA credits, said it would be helpful if the IRS offered the timeline it expects to follow for assigning registration numbers to taxpayers. “It could create a problem if the IRS says they’re not able to review a pre-registration in time and the transferee can’t take the credit,” he noted.

It also isn’t clear whether the review will be substantive or focused on limited items intended to prevent fraud. Feuerstein said it should be the latter. “It’s not clear why a substantive review of a transferred credit would be more critical than a substantive position any taxpayer is taking,” he said.

Under the temporary regs, taxpayers will register eligible credit property and the registration number will apply to all the credits associated with that property. For production tax credits, that might lead to some tracking and accounting challenges.

Because the registration number will refer to the underlying property rather than the unit of production, if a taxpayer sells production tax credits from a single facility to multiple buyers, those amounts will all have to be added up and accounted for under a single registration number.

Stern said a better idea would be to register each unit of production as it is produced. “If a solar facility that is producing electricity has a single registration number for its production and sales to various buyers over the course of a number of years, it becomes very hard to track the total credit amount,” he said.

That increases the risk of double counting. A separate registration number for each unit would make the tracking simpler for taxpayers and the IRS.

Gross Income Exclusion

The proposed section 6418 regulations give many commentators what they sought regarding how to treat the difference between the amount a buyer pays for a credit and the amount of the credit that the buyer claims. Affirming what some congressional staffers indicated, that amount is excluded from taxable income under the proposed regs.

The rationale for the transferee gross income exclusion is that under section 6418(a), the transferee is treated as the taxpayer for purposes of title 26 concerning a transferred eligible credit. The preamble explains that an eligible taxpayer wouldn’t have gross income from claiming the credit, and the transferee shouldn’t either.

But the statute doesn’t say that the transferee is treated as the eligible taxpayer, merely that the transferee is treated “as the taxpayer.” That language is how the transferee gains the ability to apply the credit to its own tax liability, but it doesn’t expressly address the transfer’s tax effects, or lack thereof, on the transferee. It only describes the treatment of the transferee after the transfer.

Congress should have more clearly excluded the delta of the purchase price of the credit and the claimed amount of the credit from the buyer’s gross income. A technical correction was never very likely, and it won’t happen now in light of the proposed regulations.

The practical effect of including the difference in gross income would be that transferees would pay less for credits to account for the tax they owe. Notably, in 2011, the IRS’s conclusion concerning transferable state credits contradicted the rule prescribed in the proposed regulations (CCA 201147024).

Monte A. Jackel of Jackel Tax Law said that the proposed exclusion is solely a creature of the proposed regulations, not the statute, since section 6418(b) is silent on the treatment of the transferee’s income, if any, because of the discount — section 6418(b)(3) says only that the consideration the transferee pays is not deductible.

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Understanding Personal Financing: A Guide to Financial Liberty

Understanding the Significance of Personal Finance

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A Fan Is Leaving His Estate To Neymar—Here’s Why It’s Not A Bad Idea

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A fan of Neymar Jr. made headlines last week when he declared that he was leaving his estate to the football phenom.

The anonymous fan told the online newspaper Metrópoles that, in addition to his love for the Brazilian national team, he identified with the Paris Saint-Germain striker. He said, in an interview, "I like Neymar, I identify with him a lot. I also suffer with defamation, I am also very family-oriented and the relationship with his father reminds me a lot of mine with my father, who has passed away."

The fan isn't old—just 31 years of age—but noted, "I am not in very good health and, because of that, I really saw that I don't have anyone to leave my things to... I wouldn't want the government or relatives I don't get along with to take my things." He explained that he had tried to turn over his assets during his lifetime but was advised instead to draw up a will. He did—and had it notarized (a photo of the will is on the Metropoles website here).

The relevant language in the document is simple: “É manifesta a derradeira vontade do testador, que respeitada a legitima, determina que a parte disponivel dos seus bens, fique para Neymar da Silva Santos, Junior…” That’s the equivalent of what we would call a residuary clause in the US when, after any specific bequests, you name who receives the balance—or residue—of your estate.

As the story spread, so did criticisms of the fan's plan. Some pointed out that it was odd to identify with a person you've never met, while others pointed out that Neymar didn't need the money. Neymar has earned an estimated $85 million over the past year, landing him at No. 12 on Forbes' list of the world's highest-paid athletes.

I get that it's easier to poke fun. You may disagree with the fan's decision, but I think that the criticism is misguided. Here are a few things that I believe he got right.

He Had A Plan

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Most Americans don't have a will. According to a 2020 Gallup poll, slightly less than half of US adults—or 46%—have a will describing how they would like their money and estate handled after their death. A survey conducted by Caring.com during the pandemic placed that number even lower, suggesting that only 33% of Americans have an estate plan. Those numbers confirm what most tax and estates lawyers like me already know: getting folks to talk about and carry out an estate plan can be difficult.

Why so few? Surveys—and real life—suggest that the top reason for not creating a will is that people just don't get around to considering how they want their assets to be distributed after death. Often, this has to do with age (they think they're too young) or assets (they think they don't have enough to worry about passing on). Others don't know how to get started or fear that it might cost too much. So, they don't take any action at all.

But this fan? Even though he's young, he realized that planning for the disposition of his assets was important. And, since he indicated that his health wasn't good, he knew that putting off his estate planning wasn't a good idea. So he took action.

He Kept Trying

According to Metropoles, the fan initially tried to gift his assets to Neymar. When that didn't work, he came up with another plan: leave the assets to the footballer in his will.

It's not unusual for clients to have an idea that isn't possible to carry out either as a matter of law or practice. But that doesn't mean that the ultimate goal isn't possible. It just means that they have to find another way to carry out their wishes—that’s where a good estate planner can come in handy.

I admire this fan's tenacity. When his initial plan didn't work, he didn't give up. He tried a different method—the outcome should essentially be the same for him.

He Knew What He Did—And Didn't—Want

Folks may avoid estate planning because they believe that they don't need to plan because their assets will pass to their "next of kin"—whatever that means.

When you die without a will, your assets pass by intestacy, which means that they are distributed according to state law. In Pennsylvania, for example, if you die without a will and you're married with no children and no living parents, your estate will pass to your surviving spouse—that's what most people expect. But if you're married, and your children or parents survive you, your assets will pass via a formula to your children and spouse (or to your parents and spouse if you have no children or direct heirs).

If you don't have a surviving spouse, there's also a distribution scheme—first, to your children or direct heirs. If you don't have children, your estate passes to your parents if they're still alive. If they're not still alive, your assets will pass to your brothers, sisters, or their direct heirs—and if none of them are alive, then to your grandparents or their heirs (typically, your uncles and aunts). It gets… complicated. And if you survive all of your family, your assets will pass to the state.

That's not always a desirable outcome, especially for those with nontraditional families or relationships that might feel like family but aren't—like the close family friend you've always thought of as your aunt.

The anonymous fan—who had already lost his father—made clear didn't want his assets passing to relatives he didn't know or the government. He wanted to direct his assets where he wanted them to go.

There Is No ‘Means Testing’ For Wills

One of the most vocal criticisms of the bequest to Neymar is that the footballer doesn't need the money. To that, I would say, "And?" Arguably, many of the beneficiaries of gifts and estates don't "need" the money—that isn't necessarily the point of estate planning. It may be the case that you want to provide for someone—or an organization like a charity—that you believe could benefit from your money, but it may also be the case that you want to leave someone assets simply out of love and affection.

There's no ceiling or floor on what you can pass to beneficiaries in your will (although there may be thresholds subject to tax), and there's no gatekeeper to decide whether someone needs the money, or is deserving enough. That's up to you.

He Can Change His Mind

One of the things that can be intimidating about making a will is that it feels so… final. Only it's not. Most estate planning documents, including a will, can be changed at any time.

While this fan believes that Neymar is deserving right now, he might change his mind later. What if the fan has decided that he's a PSG fan for life—and Neymar returns to FC Barcelona, which, per recent reports, is a real possibility? What if the fan—who loves the national team—decides that he prefers Brazilian national team players Vini Jr. or Marta (a legend on the women’s team)? What if the fan gets married? Or has kids?

The reality is that a lot can change over a few years, but it's best to be prepared for today. You can always change it later.

Final Thoughts

I get that leaving your assets to your favorite footballer isn't everyone's cup of tea. And it can be easy to criticize someone who makes choices that are different from your own. But when it’s your money, you get to decide where it goes.

I'm an avid football fan (though I call it soccer). I can assure you that my will doesn't have any bequests for my favorite players, and that's not just because I'm confident that the likes of Gareth Bale and Andre Blake will be okay on their own. I simply have other priorities.

That's the great thing about estate planning. It’s your plan that reflects your circumstances and your values—and if that means that you want to leave your assets to one of the world’s richest soccer players, I think that’s okay.

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Mastering Personal Finance: A Guide to Financial Liberty

Comprehending the Importance of Personal Finance

In today's hectic as well as unforeseeable globe, managing our individual financial resources has become more crucial than ever before. Personal money refers to the monitoring of one's cash, budgeting, conserving, spending, and intending for the future. Whether you are a current grad, a young professional, or someone with a household, having a solid understanding of personal finance is important for attaining financial security and also lasting success.Personal financing encompasses different elements of our monetary lives, such as budgeting, financial obligation monitoring, retired life preparation, and also investing. It is about making educated choices about our cash to make sure that we can fulfill our economic objectives and also face unforeseen difficulties with confidence. By understanding individual finance, we can obtain control over our monetary circumstance, decrease tension, and also secure a far better future for ourselves and our enjoyed ones.Tips and also Approaches for Improving Personal Money While individual financing might appear frustrating, there are practical actions we can take to enhance our economic wellness. Firstly, creating a budget plan is important. By tracking our revenue and also expenses, we can identify areas where we can cut down as well as save more. It is likewise important to deal with any kind of outstanding debts and create a strategy to pay them off systematically.Saving for both temporary and also lasting goals is another essential facet of personal money. Whether it's alloting a reserve or conserving for retirement, having a clear savings plan can offer us with assurance and monetary safety. Furthermore, spending wisely is an effective means to grow our riches over time.Educating ourselves regarding individual finance is vital for making educated decisions. There are countless resources available, such as publications, on the internet programs, and financial advisors that can give assistance customized to our particular requirements and also objectives. By constantly discovering and remaining educated concerning personal finance, we can adapt to altering situations as well as make confident monetary decisions.In conclusion, grasping personal financing is a lifelong journey that calls for devotion as well as technique. By comprehending its value and also executing efficient techniques, we can take control of our financial lives and work in the direction of accomplishing economic freedom. With the best attitude and a dedication to continual knowing, we can navigate the complexities of individual money and develop a safe and also prosperous future.

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Taxes, Tea And Why We Celebrate American Independence Day On July 4

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My son came downstairs this morning to wish me very happy on George Washington's birthday. He knows, of course, that's not today—Washington was born on February 22, and we celebrate on the third Monday of February—but the joke was still funny. Many people don't know why we celebrate on July 4, only that it has something to do with our break from Great Britain. Officially a federal holiday, July 4, 1776, marks the day that the Continental Congress formally adopted the Declaration of Independence.

Declaration of Independence

The Declaration of Independence is exactly what it sounds like—an announcement that the United States of America was declaring independence from King George III and Great Britain. There are six copies still in existence, including the original rough draft with edits—you can see it up close in the Jefferson Papers at the National Library of Congress.

Interestingly, while Thomas Jefferson referred to the "thirteen united States of America" in the Declaration, the words "United Colonies" had generally been used as a descriptor before that time, including by Congress when it appointed Washington as Commander in Chief in June 1775.

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The printing of the declaration came more than a year (442 days) after shots were first fired at Lexington, Massachusetts in 1775, considered the beginning of the American Revolutionary War. And the Declaration of Independence did not mark the end of the Revolutionary War. It was quite the opposite—it signaled that the United States no longer wished to accept British rule.

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Background

The British had ruled the colonies since the early 17th century when the Virginia Company became the Virginia Colony in 1624, the first of the original thirteen British colonies. The United States wasn't the only part of the world—or even the only part of the Americas—subject to British colonization. The British had also exerted control over parts of Canada, the Caribbean, and South America.

But ruling the world gets expensive. Guarding colonies and occasionally invading new lands takes money. And not everyone agrees as to who owns which lands, so fighting occasionally breaks out. That's precisely what happened in the mid-18th century when Great Britain was battling several countries, primarily France, in the Seven Years' War. When the war ended in 1763, Great Britain could declare a win against France. Still, the years of fighting had come at a significant cost, as the British government was nearly bankrupt.

King George III needed to raise revenue and quickly. What better way than a series of taxes and tariffs? And who better to tax than subjects who were far enough away, like the American colonists, to stifle the complaining? There was just one problem with this plan: The King underestimated exactly how loudly the colonists would react.

Stamp Act

The first significant post-war tax imposed on the colonists was the Stamp Act of 1765. Stamps, as they apply to taxes, don't have anything to do with postage. Rather, stamps are an official confirmation of compliance with a certain rule or requirement. In this case, materials printed and used in the colonies, like magazines and newspapers, were required to be produced on stamped paper and embossed with a revenue stamp, showing that tax had been paid. Colonists, of course, didn't like the tax, and many refused to pay. Some tax collectors even quit their jobs rather than collect. As a result, the Stamp Act was repealed the following year.

Declaratory Act

It wasn't a good look for Britain—the colonists had asserted their authority and won. In response, Parliament immediately passed the Declaratory Act stating that it had the right to pass laws in the colonies "in all cases whatsoever."

Townshend Acts

Shortly afterward, there were additional attempts to raise revenue in the colonies through a series of acts called the Townshend Acts of 1767. The Townshend Acts were a little bit different than the Stamp Act since they were indirect taxes on imports. Since the colonists didn't directly bear the costs, King George III assumed they would be less offensive to the colonists. He was wrong.

The colonists weren't happy—a tax was a tax. They were spurred on by Philadelphia lawyer John Dickinson, who wrote a series of essays called "Letters from a Farmer in Pennsylvania," arguing against taxation without representation. In the letters, he asked, "[W]hat signifies the repeal of the Stamp Act, if these colonies are to lose their other privileges, by not tamely surrendering that of taxation?" He later questioned whether the British had the right to impose any tax to raise revenue without consulting with the colonists, writing, "I answer, with a total denial of the power of parliament to lay upon these colonies any "tax" whatever."

Tea Act

The Townshend Acts were partially repealed in 1770. The partially repealed bit is important. In 1773, Parliament passed the Tea Act. It was the last straw for many colonists, even though it wasn't a new tax—it kept the tax on imported tea that wasn't repealed under the Townshend Act. But it did something more: it gave the East India Tea Company a trade advantage, cutting out the ability of the colonists to do business on their terms. Tax or not, the colonists viewed the Tea Act as another way they were being controlled.

The colonists figured that the best way to stand up to the Tea Act was to turn away ships carrying tea headed for the colonies. The colonists were able to do so in Philadelphia and New York but not in Boston. The Governor of Massachusetts wouldn't allow the ships to be turned back, and the colonists would not let the ships unload in the harbor. It was a stand-off. To end it, colonists snuck onto the ships and dumped out the tea—the event that you and I call the Boston Tea Party.

The Boston Tea Party did not immediately lead to the Declaration of Independence or the Revolutionary War, even though we like to link them as though they happened in quick succession. The Tea Party occurred on December 16, 1773, long before the shots at Lexington and the Declaration of Independence. What the Boston Tea Party did do quickly, however, was annoy Parliament. In response, the British attempted to punish the Americans through a series of laws called the Coercive Acts. Under the Coercive Acts, among other things, Boston Harbor was closed to merchant shipping, town meetings were banned, and the British commander of North American forces was appointed the governor of Massachusetts.

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The colonists had enough. They convened the First Continental Congress in Philadelphia on September 5, 1774, to consider their next steps. Resistance against the British increased, leading to those first shots in Massachusetts triggering the Revolutionary War.

Drafting Of The Declaration

The Second Continental Congress convened in Philadelphia two years later. On July 2, 1776, the Second Continental Congress voted to separate from Great Britain. Two days later, on July 4, 12 of the 13 colonies formally adopted the Declaration of Independence—the one holdout, New York, approved it on July 9.

On July 19, the document got a new title, "the unanimous declaration of the thirteen united states of America," and a new look after being "engrossed" on parchment. It was intended to be signed by every member of Congress, but a few opted out, including Dickinson, who hoped the colonies could reconcile with Britain.

Grievances

The Declaration of Independence was drafted as a letter to the King. The most extensive section of the Declaration—after the lines we memorized in elementary school—is a list of grievances. Of course, taxes were included, notably "...[f]or imposing Taxes on us without our Consent."

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The word "Consent" was important. Under the British Constitution, British subjects could not be taxed without the consent of their representatives in Parliament. The colonies didn't elect representatives to Parliament, but they were being taxed. The colonists considered the constant imposition of taxes without a vote unconstitutional, just as Dickinson had written years earlier. It was famously "taxation without representation."

Response

Initially, the British response was to chide the "misguided Americans" and "their extravagant and inadmissable Claim of Independency." But the declaration was more than just a document—it had set the United States down the road to independence.

In 1783, with the signing of the Treaty of Paris, the United States formally became an independent nation. But the date that we most associate with our independence is when those in the Continental Congress were brave enough to officially declare it to the world—July 4, 1776.

Happy Independence Day!

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Understanding Personal Financing: An Overview to Financial Freedom

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Playing drums on controller feels like I'm putting my hand in a blender.

#I cant make it through any song on expert without my hand cramping up #all other roles are fine #its just drums #i blame the use of d pad #fortnite #fortnite festival #very fun gamemode otherwise #I just wish i was in pc though because it probably way less taxing on my hands

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Was looking at the syllabus for all the other nlus bangalore girlies WHY do you only have one internship and like a thousand optional papers 😭 (also tnnlu ily for having classes on law and gender justice and discrimination and law 🫶)

#we have ten internships this is insane #also like. you guys don’t have holidays?? we have 3 months for internships per year two of which ppl actually use and one for vacations lol #we have soooooo many corporate law classes though I’m going to be such an expert on tax law after this honestly forget the ca I can audit #like. insane amount of focus on corporate law #stop making me do insurance law can’t I do gender justice :(#me.txt

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Top 10 risks of not filing taxes

Tax filing services are necessary for both individuals and businesses alike. Why are they necessary? If you do not file your taxes you cannot carry your losses and they help reduce tax income. In this article, we will disclose the top 10 risks of not filing your taxes.

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If you are eligible for a tax refund, not filing will prevent you from getting the money that is due to you. Refunds are frequently time-limited, so if you don't submit them within the allotted time, you can forfeit your chance to get them. To understand the complexities of tax regulations and compliance one must seek advice from tax accounting experts in India

Harm to one's credit score

Your credit score may suffer if unpaid taxes and related penalties are reported to credit agencies. It may be more difficult for you to obtain loans, mortgages, or credit lines if your credit score is lower.

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The likelihood that you may be chosen for an audit may rise if your taxes are not filed. Audits can be stressful, and time-consuming, and result in more fines if inconsistencies are discovered.

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Certain government subsidies or assistance programs can need tax returns as evidence of income. You can lose your eligibility for these programs if you don't file.

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The resolution procedure can be difficult and time-consuming once you decide to deal with the problem and file your past-due taxes. Usually, it's preferable to file on time to steer clear of these issues.

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Hi guys! Here’s some advice from a cane user on how to spot a fake cane user/disability faker!

YOU CANT

You can not spot a “fake disabled” cane user. You can not know if someone’s “really disabled”, much less by just looking at them. Here are some common misconceptions.

“Cane users always need their canes. If they walk without it or put it away when it’s inconvenient, they’re faking”: WRONG! Many cane users are what we call “ambulatory” cane users. This means they don’t always need their canes to walk. I’m an ambulatory cane user, and I experience really horrible leg pain on the daily. However, I don’t always use my cane, and when I don’t need to walk or stand a lot in a certain place I don’t use it. And when I do use it, I may lift it off the ground or carry it in places that are sandy, gravelly, or otherwise hinder my cane.

“Cane users walk abnormally without their canes, someone who walks normally without their cane is faking”: WRONG! Many ambulatory cane users can walk in a way that seems “normal”. This doesn’t mean they’re not in pain, or not “really disabled”. This just means that their condition doesn’t cause a noticeable difference in walking, and likely manifests in a different way.

“Cane users always need their cane, someone who doesn’t use their cane at home is faking”: WRONG! Cane users may not use their canes at home, because at home they may be able to do things like sit down wherever and whenever, regain more spoons, and use other mobility aids. Additionally, some ambulatory cane users only need or use their canes when they are doing something physically taxing, like going on a hike or standing in a long line.

“My cane user friend told me this person looks like they’re faking, so it must be true”: WRONG! Being a cane user doesn’t immediately make you an expert on all different conditions and experiences. Your friend does not know the random cane user walking down the street, they are going off looks and stereotypes. Disabled people are not immune to being ableist.

“They enjoy their cane too much/they’re too happy/they decorate their cane, so they can’t actually be in enough pain to need a cane” WRONG! We’re people like everyone else, and we experience positive emotions too, even if we go through a lot of pain. To me, customizing my cane is like getting a tattoo or putting streaks in my hair, it’s a way of self expression. And we deserve to be able to talk openly about our full experience, which include the parts we’re neutral or happy about.

“They’re one of those cringey teenagers who name themselves arson and like dsmp, so they’re probably faking” WRONG! Do I even have to explain why saying someone isn’t disabled because of their name and interests is messed up and also stupid? Or did you already know that and just wanted to make fun of a disabled teenager?

“They’re too young to be using a cane, so they must be faking” WRONG! there are lots of disabilities or injuries that can cause young people to need a mobility aid. For example, I use a cane for my fibromyalgia.

“They only use it in private places, and never in places where people recognize them, so they must be faking” WRONG! In a world where anyone can just randomly take out their phone, take a picture of a cane user, and post them online to be made fun of, it can be stressful to use a cane in public areas. Also, they may not want people to ask questions, or they may feel embarrassed about it.

“I saw them switch hands, so they must be faking” WRONG! There are different reasons a cane used might do this, but I’m going to use my experience as an example. My fibromyalgia is not consistent. Sometimes one leg hurts more then the other. But as I said, fibromyalgia is inconsistent, and sometimes my other leg will start to hurt more or need more support, which is when I switch hands. And when both my legs hurt equally, I may switch my hand if it’s getting too sore.

“They told me they feel like they’re faking when they use their cane, doesn’t that mean they don’t really need it?” WRONG! Imposter syndrome is strong in a lot of disabled people, especially when for a lot of our lives we were told by doctors that we were fine and just being dramatic. Anxiety is also comorbid with a lot of physically disabilities, which only strengthens this. To add to this, something that I’ve felt and seen other disabled people talk about it, when their disability aid lessens the pain, they start thinking “well I’m not in that much pain so I don’t really need it” even though the reason they’re not in that much pain is because of the aid. I know it seems dumb, but imposter syndrome can be that strong and affects disabled people a lot.

“They don’t have a diagnosis, so they must be faking” WRONG! First of all, diagnoses are expensive. On their own they’re often already expensive, but counting the tons of tests you have to take to confirm the diagnosis? Absolutely ludicrous. Some may also choose not to get a diagnosis, so that they don’t have to deal with the prejudice and setbacks of being diagnosed. Also, some people use a cane for injuries, and for stress or fatigue related pains.

These are only a few of the things I commonly hear from fakeclaimers, and I wanted to just put out a reminder that fakeclaiming hurts the disabled community much, much more than it does ableists. Next time you see someone with a cane switch hands, or someone with a wheelchair stand up, or someone with crutches put them down, before you immediately call them out to a friend, take a picture, or write a post: does your fakeclaim rely on stereotypes? Are your reasons things that apply to ambulatory aid users?

If so, just stop. Be mindful. Please.

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