Do i have to pay tax if i inherited property overseas from a non-u.s. citizen and then sold that property ?

Mr. Harrington is quite the genius here. I had no idea about the form 3520. So, I looked it up! A link to the form and instructions are...

Will the children or executor over 10 years ago be considered the beneficiary?

The executor is not the beneficiary. The executor is in charge of handling the estate. Although your sister may also be a beneficiary. Funds...

Can we sell my fathers home even though there if a second mortgage?

You can sell if there is sufficient equity to pay off all mortgages on the property. You need to understand whether or not there are any...

SHORT SALE ON A HOME OF A DECEASED RELATIVE AND PROBATE

You need to go through probate. In most states, the process is not that complicated and the papers can be secured without an attorney. But, even...

Obviously, your employer is relying upon your federal information to determine California withholding. However, Calfornia encourages the use of...

I had to hire a lawyer to defend me in a criminal lawsuit, which I plead not guilty. No charges for filed, I paid $6500

It all depends upon the facts of the case. Generally, legal fees to defend personal legal actions are non-deductible. However, if the crime had...

I have taxes under appeal for 2007, 2008, 2009 and expect a tax bill for around 45000-65000.

Bankruptcy is not your only option. And, 2009 may be subject to the three year rule before that debt can be expunged. Also, if 2007-2009 have...

Are there estate taxes on an estate of $180,000?

There are no Federal Estate Taxes Due for such a small estate. In terms of holding funds in escrow, it does make sense to hold some of the funds...

My landlord is surrendering the home I've been renting for the last 2.5 years to the lender and forcing me to move.

It seems that legally, you already answered your question. You are on a month-to-month agreement. Best to speak to the landlord and see if you...

My employer wrote me a check i did not know he did not have the funds to cover it

What is your question? Whatever it is, you should advise your employe and discuss it with him/her. Possibly they are unaware that the funds...