This article will show you how to generate Form 8857, Request for Innocent Spouse Relief, in the Individual module of Lacerte.
To generate Form 8857 in the program:
- Go to Screen 76, Innocent Spouse Relief (8857).
- Locate the Part 1 section.
- Mark the checkbox labeled Print Form 8857 with complete return.
- Enter a 1 in the Should file Form 8857: 1=yes, 2=no.
Refer to the IRS Instructions for Form 8857 for more information about this form.