BarbaraOK wrote:
rkortes wrote:
…..One of my full-timing buddies told me that you shouldn't spend more than 6 months in a particular state without being considered a resident. He is originally from California but now domiciles in Texas (Escapees). ….
Each state has their own definitions of a resident. In Arizona it is being continuous for over 7 months. Other states have different definitions. Generally if you aren't working, there isn't much of a problem. However, local jurisdictions may impose personal property taxes on RVs in a park longer than 30 days - so you need to do a little research when making decisions about long term stays.
Barb
Here is paragraph from the ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, PROCEDURE FOR DETERMINING RESIDENCY STATUS (ITP 92-1):
"Every individual who spends, in the aggregate, more than nine months of the taxable year within Arizona is presumed to be a resident. The
presumption may be overcome by competent evidence that the individual
is in the state for a temporary or transitory purpose."
Intent is a critically important element of determining ones domicile -- if you do not intend to make Arizona your primary residence, you can visit as long as you care to without incurring a tax obligation on income earned outside Arizona.
