Spouses in the Military

Here at TravelTax, we hold our members of the military and their spouses in the highest regard, and we want to ensure you are crystal clear on the status of your tax home. We understand that many factors, such as travel contracts and where your spouse may be stationed, can make things murky, so let’s clear it all up. Check out this concise video starring our Operations Manager, Donna Robinson, who provides all the details you need about the IRS rules regarding “keeping house with spouse,” the “one year rule,” and a lot more.

Also, check out this PDF which lays out all the all the tax home rules for military spouses/travelers in MUCH greater detail.

Finally, here are a few more great resources regarding establishing and maintaining your tax home:
The 3 Requirements that Determine Your Tax Home
How Do I Maintain My Tax Home?
Re-establishing Your Tax Home
The Role Your Company Plays in Your Tax Home
How Long Can I Stay in the Same Travel Assignment Area?