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Can the IRS go after me for back taxes that my husband owes? How?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Ronald Karl Nims (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
Yes, since you know that he hasn't paid the taxes and you're taking gifts from him, they can seize your assets up to the amount of the gifts over the last four years - whether you filed jointly or not. If you filed jointly, you're automatically liable on his taxes. There is something called "innocent spouse relief" but since you're accepting these gifts from him you probably don't qualify.... Read More
Yes, since you know that he hasn't paid the taxes and you're taking gifts from him, they can seize your assets up to the amount of the gifts over the... Read More

What should I do if I forgot to report some of my income? How?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Ronald Karl Nims (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
File a Form 1040X showing changes. You'll also have to file a Schedule E or Schedule C with the details of the rental income, expenses and depreciation.
File a Form 1040X showing changes. You'll also have to file a Schedule E or Schedule C with the details of the rental income, expenses and... Read More

How could I notify the IRS of an address change?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Ronald Karl Nims (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
Firm 8822 is for reporting a change of address. You can print one out at irs.gov on the 'forms and publications' menu.
Firm 8822 is for reporting a change of address. You can print one out at irs.gov on the 'forms and publications' menu.

How could I file taxes without official forms?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Ronald Karl Nims (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
If you worked as a nanny in your employer's household, your employer is committing tax fraud by not withholding taxes from your wages and paying the employer's share of social security, Medicare, workers compensation and unemployment taxes. In any case since you kept records, file the amount that they paid you as wages, then just follow the rest of the 1040A form. Include a letter to the IRS explaining why you don't have a W-2.... Read More
If you worked as a nanny in your employer's household, your employer is committing tax fraud by not withholding taxes from your wages and paying the... Read More

What should I do if I forgot to report some of my income? How?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Charles Richard Perry (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
You should file an amended return on form 1040X. A tax preparer should be able to help you with any questions you have as to how to fill out the form.
You should file an amended return on form 1040X. A tax preparer should be able to help you with any questions you have as to how to fill out the... Read More

ESTATE TAX

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
My partner, Joseph Lacosta, as both a tax attorney and a CPA. He  would be excellent to guide you with regard to the tax consequences, if any, and the appropriate filings required, if any. Please call on Thursday and I will introduce you to Joseph Lacosta. Ed
My partner, Joseph Lacosta, as both a tax attorney and a CPA. He  would be excellent to guide you with regard to the tax consequences, if any,... Read More

How can I help my brother file taxes and where do I begin?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Ronald Karl Nims (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
Eventually, the IRS will catch someone who spends money without filing a tax return. For example, it's easy to find every resident of an apartment block. If the rent is, say $1,000 a month and one of the residents doesn't file a tax return showing at least $30,000 of income, they'll get real nosy about how your paying the rent. Generally, I'll look at the paper trail a client has made before deciding whether to file for previous years. In any case, file for 2014. Then at least he's not going to be constantly making the problem worse.... Read More
Eventually, the IRS will catch someone who spends money without filing a tax return. For example, it's easy to find every resident of an apartment... Read More

Will my mother be protected from the IRS? How?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Ronald Karl Nims (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
The main issue is whether she had the authority to write checks or otherwise make payments. If she had the authority, then the IRS reasons that she made a choice not to pay the taxes and will be personally liable. If she didn't have the authority, then the IRS can't pursue her for the taxes. The first thing the IRS will do is look at bank records and see if she was a signatory on the company's checking account .... Read More
The main issue is whether she had the authority to write checks or otherwise make payments. If she had the authority, then the IRS reasons that she... Read More

Who can better help me with back taxes?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Ronald Karl Nims (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
Either a tax lawyer or a CPA who represents people before the IRS can help you out.
Either a tax lawyer or a CPA who represents people before the IRS can help you out.

How can I handle the taxes from my bonus?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Ronald Karl Nims (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
Wages that are repaid are not taxable income for income tax or SSI purposes. The employer should issue a w2 that reduces income by the amount of the repayment.
Wages that are repaid are not taxable income for income tax or SSI purposes. The employer should issue a w2 that reduces income by the amount of the... Read More

What can I do if I received a $15,000 tax notice due to cancellation of loan modification debt? How?

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Ronald Karl Nims (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
Loan cancellation is only taxable income if you're solvent - meaning your assets are worth more than your debts. If they cancelled the loan chances are you didn't have the money to repay it, so you'll need to amend your tax return to show that the $48,000 isn't income.
Loan cancellation is only taxable income if you're solvent - meaning your assets are worth more than your debts. If they cancelled the loan chances... Read More

How can I get the IRS off my back and where would I start?

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Ronald Karl Nims (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Tax
Declare bankruptcy. A 2010 tax bill should be dischargeable.
Declare bankruptcy. A 2010 tax bill should be dischargeable.

Is a 1099 illegal refund charge a serious allegation? Why?

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Tony Mankus (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
Contact a criminal tax attorney to help you through the investigation.
Contact a criminal tax attorney to help you through the investigation.

Can we avoid taxes if my dad is buying me a house with my money? How?

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Ronald Karl Nims (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
What exactly is the point of giving the money to your father for him to make your down payment? You can avoid any tax implications by simply making the down payment yourself. However, since there is actually no gift for your father here (he's does get to keep your money, when he gets it he's obligated to make the down payment). There is no gift tax. Just document the flow of cash in case the IRS ever looks at it. On the other hand, this has the smell of being money laundering. If it's illegally obtained money, don't get your father involved. It's a crime even if he doesn't understand what you're doing.... Read More
What exactly is the point of giving the money to your father for him to make your down payment? You can avoid any tax implications by simply making... Read More

Will I have to pay federal income taxes on my social security benefits? How?

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Ronald Karl Nims (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Tax
A portion of SSI is taxable if you have other income.
A portion of SSI is taxable if you have other income.
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