How does a Tax sale of a house due to back taxes work?

This is a bit complex. 1--You can redeem the tax certificate up until the sale; 2--you are still responsible for the mortgage, but if the...

What's the difference between a "qualifying relative", and "qualifying child" ,over 17 and under 24 college student, for TAX

Right. You can claim 18-year old full-time student.

Is it legal for a 10% tenant-in-common to collect rent while home is undergoing foreclosure?

It may or may not be legal. It is not your responsibility to find out. The remaining tenant-in-common should be preserving the other...

Is there a specific amount of time from when the homeowner receives a modification from the bank until the first payment is due?

The modification offer contains the due date.

You may take anything that is not a permanent fixture. The aluminum fence is probably a fixture as it is attached to the property.

Florida, Lender is assessing me a fee for "Vacant Property Registration" home is not and never was vacant. HELP!

You should consult a local foreclosure attorney. Often, banks will try to avoid some procedural requirements that apply to them by claiming the...

I default judgement has be entered against me for foreclosure on my home, can I pay back all past due balances and stay?

Yes. If you get a reinstatement quote and pay the reinstatement amount, your mortgage should be reinstated to good standing.

My name is on the deed to my father's home, but not his mortgage. Will my credit be affected by the foreclosure?

I disagree with Mr. Boyer on this one. It is possible your credit may be affected if the bank errs, but it should not be affected. Since you...

I purchased a tour from a company that filed for Chap. 7 bankruptcy before providing the tour. Is amount I paid tax deductible?

This is a personal loss not a business loss. You may be able to deduct it on your itemized deductions as a casualty loss for bad debt. You should...

How can I settle my back tax debt? Does the statute of limitations apply here?

The 10-year statute of limitations does not start to run until you are assessed by filing your own return. And yes, you are still responsible for...