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How could I change a tax lien?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by Edward L. Armstrong (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
You cannot "change" a tax lien. You need to contact the taxing authority (either the IRS or (if you live in Missouri) the Department of Revenue. Tax liens are only recorded when there is a significant balance of taxes owed to the taxing authority.
You cannot "change" a tax lien. You need to contact the taxing authority (either the IRS or (if you live in Missouri) the Department of Revenue. Tax... Read More

What is a Certificate of Release of Federal Tax Lien?

Answered 11 years and 10 months ago by Edward L. Armstrong (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
The release of a federal tax lien for a particular year is an indication that the IRS considers the debt for that years' taxes satisfied. If you pay off each of those years for which you owe federal taxes you should receive a notice of release. Remember that tax liens are recorded in the office of recorder of deeds for any county in which you own real estate.... Read More
The release of a federal tax lien for a particular year is an indication that the IRS considers the debt for that years' taxes satisfied. If you pay... Read More

What amount of disability income should be withheld for Federal and State Taxes?

Answered 12 years ago by Ronald Karl Nims (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
If your monthly payment is $371, this represents income of only $4100 a year. To determine the appropriate amount of tax, you need to estimate your total income for the year. For example, if your total income will be $100,000 then you will be in the 28% bracket and you'll need to withhold $1150 to cover your tax liability.... Read More
If your monthly payment is $371, this represents income of only $4100 a year. To determine the appropriate amount of tax, you need to estimate your... Read More

Can I apply ITIN with 2013 tax return or how can I apply if I don’t have any income in 2013?

Answered 12 years ago by Ronald Karl Nims (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
File a 2013 income tax return showing -0- income along with your W-7. Along with the return, send a letter explaining that you'll have income from a US rental property in 2014 and that you need the ITIN for a third party.
File a 2013 income tax return showing -0- income along with your W-7. Along with the return, send a letter explaining that you'll have income from a... Read More

Can I claim my step daughter if the divorce papers say the dad gets to claim her until she's 18?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Norman Harry Green (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
If the divorce decree says he gets the deduction and he's paying 10% or more of her support, he gets the deduction.
If the divorce decree says he gets the deduction and he's paying 10% or more of her support, he gets the deduction.

Should my husband and I file taxes jointly if he owes interest from child support?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Norman Harry Green (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
Refund probably would be taken. Consider filing separate for now. Then, until April 15, 2017, you can file an amended return and switch to joint, which probably would save you money.
Refund probably would be taken. Consider filing separate for now. Then, until April 15, 2017, you can file an amended return and switch to joint,... Read More

Am I liable for my fiance's income tax debt after we marry?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by attorney James Bloomfield Oberholtzer   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
You are right that you are not liable for his pre-marital debts. However, the IRS could come lien and take any property that he owns including his interest in joint property at any time including after you are married. Best idea for him is fix his old tax problems first, then get married. If he is poor, he can file an offer in compromise and pay less than the full amount. Probably to a very good idea to have a pre-nuptial agreement in all events. If he is starting out with money problems, there may be others in your future.... Read More
You are right that you are not liable for his pre-marital debts. However, the IRS could come lien and take any property that he owns including his... Read More

Does it make sense to move forward with forming an LLC or simply operating as a sole proprietorship?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by James Noah Cover (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
There are a lot of reasons for going with an LLC for ventures involving real property - taxes and liability protection being two. That said Doing it wrong could be costly so strongly recommend having an attorney assist you.
There are a lot of reasons for going with an LLC for ventures involving real property - taxes and liability protection being two. That said Doing it... Read More

Does it make sense to move forward with forming an LLC or simply operating as a sole proprietorship?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by Thomas Corcoran Phipps (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
You should keep your personal assets separate from your business. I would file an LLC or a corporation.
You should keep your personal assets separate from your business. I would file an LLC or a corporation.

Is there a way I can claim part of my child's tuition on my taxes if I don't claim them on my taxes?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by Thomas Corcoran Phipps (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
You may be able to take one of the tax credits. I would get copies of documents showing how much you paid for your tax preparer.
You may be able to take one of the tax credits. I would get copies of documents showing how much you paid for your tax preparer.

Can Non-Federal Restitution payments be delayed or changed?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by Thomas Corcoran Phipps (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
You will have to talk to your attorney and to the probation office to see if you can get those conditions changed.
You will have to talk to your attorney and to the probation office to see if you can get those conditions changed.

Will I be able to get a certified letter from IRS at my local Tax office and will they give it to me right away certified and is there a fee for this?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by Thomas Corcoran Phipps (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
They will give you a transcript at no charge. I don't think it is certified.
They will give you a transcript at no charge. I don't think it is certified.

Can my car be booted or towed due to non payment of Red light/speed camera tickets?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by Edward L. Armstrong (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
Yes, your car can be "booted."
Yes, your car can be "booted."

Is it really illegal for them to take this make-up sum pre-tax from my check, and how can the money I pay out of my checking account be pre-tax?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Thomas Corcoran Phipps (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
You need to contact the administrator for your plan. They should be able to help you.
You need to contact the administrator for your plan. They should be able to help you.

I received a calendar in the mail that I did not order. Am I right that this is a gift that I don't have to pay?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Thomas Corcoran Phipps (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
That is correct. That is the federal law, and some states have similar laws.
That is correct. That is the federal law, and some states have similar laws.

Is a buying a car for someone else and signing the title over to him legal?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Thomas Corcoran Phipps (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
It is legal. If you are paying for the car, and he does not pay you back, you are making a gift. If the dollar amount is large enough, you may have to file a federal gift tax return.
It is legal. If you are paying for the car, and he does not pay you back, you are making a gift. If the dollar amount is large enough, you may have... Read More

Is the amount of the medicare settlement paid out of the settlement proceeds deductible on my tax return as a medical expense?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Thomas Corcoran Phipps (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
If you included the amount of the settlement in your income, you can deduct the medical expenses on your tax return.
If you included the amount of the settlement in your income, you can deduct the medical expenses on your tax return.

To form an LLC for a coffee shop, do I need to file the Cert. of Annual Reg. since I'm not offering professional services?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Thomas Corcoran Phipps (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
I am not licensed in Pennsylvania. If you go to the Pennsylvania Secretary of State website, they should give instructions on what you have to do to keep the LLC in good standing.
I am not licensed in Pennsylvania. If you go to the Pennsylvania Secretary of State website, they should give instructions on what you have to do to... Read More

Can I amend my Offer in Compromise?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Mihaella Cornelia Smith (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
You may need to amend your OIC if your financial profile has changed. I recommend speaking with an attorney who specializes in OIC's to help you determine how your new income affects your settlement amount. If you or your attorney is in communication with the IRS, the chances of the IRS seizing your SSDI payments are very low.... Read More
You may need to amend your OIC if your financial profile has changed. I recommend speaking with an attorney who specializes in OIC's to help you... Read More

Are we subject to gift tax if it is documented that we are paying for 15% of the property and only own 15% of the property?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Russell Jackson Cornell (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
Based upon the facts that you have provided, I do not believe that you should have any gift tax liabilities. The bank may be requesting you fill out a return in order to satisfy its reporting obligations in the event that the share of the house received was not equal to the consideration granted. If no gift is being made and the bank is requiring a return, it should be sufficient to file a return reporting a $0 gift.... Read More
Based upon the facts that you have provided, I do not believe that you should have any gift tax liabilities. The bank may be requesting you fill out... Read More

What business license do I need for an online drop shipping business?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Thomas Corcoran Phipps (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
You will need to check with the city and county where you reside. One or both of them may require you to buy a business license.
You will need to check with the city and county where you reside. One or both of them may require you to buy a business license.

What are the taxable items on vehicle lease?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Thomas Corcoran Phipps (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
You can deduct taxes. You can't deduct security deposit, because you will get that back. If you lease the car for business purposes, you can deduct the ordinary and necessary expenses incurred for that vehicle.
You can deduct taxes. You can't deduct security deposit, because you will get that back. If you lease the car for business purposes, you can deduct... Read More

If I received $7500.00 for building a motorcycle to be raffled of, how can I give tax deductable receipt?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by Tony Mankus (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
The donor can deduct the $7,500.00 donation on his tax return ONLY if you are registered as a 501(c)(3) organization. Otherwise, it's a non-deductible gift to you.
The donor can deduct the $7,500.00 donation on his tax return ONLY if you are registered as a 501(c)(3) organization. Otherwise, it's a... Read More

Can I have a judge force the house to be sold and we split the proceeds?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by attorney James E. Reed   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
It depends how you took title. If you took title to you and your girlfriend, without any more stated or as tenants in common or as joint tenants, then you could file a partition action to ask the court to order the property sold. You might or might not get what you want. If you took title to you and your girlfriend as joint tenants with full rights of survivorship, then no, you're out of luck.... Read More
It depends how you took title. If you took title to you and your girlfriend, without any more stated or as tenants in common or as joint tenants,... Read More

How do foreigners register a corporation in the US?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by Thomas Corcoran Phipps (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
You should have a Nevada licensed attorney help you. The attorney can set up the corporation and obtain a tax identification number from the IRS for you. You can check with the Nevada state bar to find the name of an attorney.
You should have a Nevada licensed attorney help you. The attorney can set up the corporation and obtain a tax identification number from the IRS for... Read More
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