Because Alimony Is Deductible, but Child-Support and Property-Division Payments Are

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Short Answer

Because alimony is deductible, but child-support and property-division payments are not, attempts are sometimes made to child-support or property-division payments as alimony.

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Definitions:

Persecutor

An individual or entity that subjects others to harassment, abuse, or suffering, often in a persistent and oppressive manner.

Sexual Assault

Any non-consensual sexual act or behavior towards an individual, violating their sexual integrity and autonomy.

Battered

Subjected to repeated acts of physical violence, often used in the context of domestic or intimate partner violence.

Male Partners

Refers to men in a romantic or sexual relationship, emphasizing their role and identity within the partnership.