- 2 - Respondent determined a deficiency in petitioner's Federal income tax for 1999 of $3,780 and an accuracy-related penalty under section 6662(a) of $756. The issues for decision are: (1) Whether any portion of the Social Security benefits petitioner received during 1999 is includable in her gross income; and (2) whether petitioner is liable for a section 6662(a) accuracy-related penalty as determined by respondent. Some of the facts have been stipulated and are so found. The stipulation of facts and the accompanying exhibits are incorporated herein by reference. At the time the petition was filed, petitioner resided in Natick, Massachusetts. Petitioner reported wages of $54,726 for 1999. Respondent issued a notice of deficiency determining that petitioner failed to report Social Security benefits received in 1999. The Social Security Administration (SSA) informed the Commissioner that it had distributed $15,955 in benefits to petitioner in 1999. The SSA has informed petitioner that she has received a total overpayment of $36,982.30 in Social Security benefits. This amount is presently being disputed by petitioner. She does not object to repaying the benefits if the SSA determines that she received an overpayment or paying the taxes if there is determined not to be an overpayment. Petitioner argues, however, that she should not have to pay both.Page: Previous 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Next
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