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Am I liable for any of my husbands tax debt if we filed a return separately?

Answered 14 years and 4 months ago by Darin Christensen (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
If you filed separately, you are not liable for his taxes for those periods.
If you filed separately, you are not liable for his taxes for those periods.

Would creating an LLC protect me against any liability?

Answered 14 years and 4 months ago by Saloumeh Amirghahari (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
The protection of liability issue will depends to the type of assets which will be transferred to the LLC, the way you set-up the LLC and whether you will be the sole owner and manager. Also, tax savings with an LLC depends what State you are forming the LLC and your set-up. I suggest you consult with an attorney regarding these issues prior to setting-up the LLC.... Read More
The protection of liability issue will depends to the type of assets which will be transferred to the LLC, the way you set-up the LLC and whether you... Read More

Can I claim my husband when I file for income tax?

Answered 14 years and 4 months ago by Darin Christensen (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
If you file a joint return, you can benefit from his personal exemption and the better brackets that apply to married couple. You can file jointly if you are married on the last day of the year-even if separated-and if he agrees to sign it. Note: by signing a joint return, you will be liable to the IRS if he has unreported income.... Read More
If you file a joint return, you can benefit from his personal exemption and the better brackets that apply to married couple. You can file jointly... Read More

If you own your own business, can you write off your health benefits package expenses for taxes?

Answered 14 years and 5 months ago by John Adam Wetenkamp (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
You can take a deduction for every ordinary and necessary business expense. Health insurance is one of them.
You can take a deduction for every ordinary and necessary business expense. Health insurance is one of them.

How can my volunteer work be tax deductible for my company?

Answered 14 years and 5 months ago by Darin Christensen (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
Depending on the circumstances, the company paying the expenses should be able to deduct them. If you work with a 501(c)(3) charity some of your out of pocket expenses on their behalf could be deductible. You cannot take a deduction for the value of your time.
Depending on the circumstances, the company paying the expenses should be able to deduct them. If you work with a 501(c)(3) charity some of your out... Read More

What happens to delinquent property taxes after transferring title?

Answered 14 years and 5 months ago by Paul Arnold Nidich (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
Property taxes, delinquent or otherwise, are the responsibility of the current owner of the real estate. If the living trust is no longer the owner, it is no longer responsible for the delinquent taxes; the "tenants in common" are now responsible for the delinquent taxes and all current and future taxes, as long as they own the property.... Read More
Property taxes, delinquent or otherwise, are the responsibility of the current owner of the real estate. If the living trust is no longer the owner,... Read More

Will my parents have to pay gift tax on a large sum of money?

Answered 14 years and 5 months ago by Bruce Givner (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
The amount is too small to generate a gift tax. Their annual gift exclusion is $13,000 each. Then they have lifetime gift exclusions of $5,000,000 each. So they should file gift tax returns, but no gift tax will be due.
The amount is too small to generate a gift tax. Their annual gift exclusion is $13,000 each. Then they have lifetime gift exclusions of $5,000,000... Read More

Can multiple business operate under the same llc?

Answered 14 years and 5 months ago by Darin Christensen (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
Absolutely. The only problem is that the assets of each business would be subject to the liabilities of the other.
Absolutely. The only problem is that the assets of each business would be subject to the liabilities of the other.

Can I be introuble for getting a CNA and home health, but not report it to the IRS?

Answered 14 years and 5 months ago by Darin Christensen (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
If you file a joint tax return that doesn't report your wife's income you (and she) are guilty of a crime. If you file separate returns and your wife does not report her income, she is guilty of a crime. You are not if your return properly reports your income.
If you file a joint tax return that doesn't report your wife's income you (and she) are guilty of a crime. If you file separate returns and your... Read More