Questions answered by Richard Albert Luthmann

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How DO i FILE A COMPLAINT ABOUT A LAW FIRM I PAID $3000 2 GET A LOAN MODIFICATION NO ACTION ON CAUSED A FORECLOSURE NOTICE

Richard's answer | Answered on November 03, 2014

I would send a certified letter and a fax in writing asking for a breakdown of the legal services rendered to date.

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Can a will be changed that calls for the sale of a house to be split 50/50 if 1 heir is being blamed for the loss in value?

Richard's answer | Answered on November 03, 2014

If you live in estate property, you will owe the fair market value of the rent to the estate. I would consult a lawyer because the rental value...

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Which form should I fill for tax return in my situation?

Richard's answer | Answered on October 08, 2014

You likely have FATCA, FBAR and tax reporting issues. You may want to consider the OVDP. I would consult an international tax lawyer immediately.

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Capital gain tax on second home

Richard's answer | Answered on October 08, 2014

It depends if you are cash basis or accrual basis in your accounting. There a multitude of ways you may be able to structure your deal so that you...

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Paying credit cards and are we liable if going into assisted living

Richard's answer | Answered on October 04, 2014

Yes, she would be liable for all of her debts. There is a question as to whether the credit card company can collect, but that is a separate...

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Have Federal gift tax rules for trusts changed significantly in the past 18 years?

Richard's answer | Answered on September 29, 2014

The answer is yes. The Federal Estate and Gift tax laws have gone through a multitude of important changes. I would take the document to a tax...

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If there are grounds for removing trustee, does this enable beneficiary to remove him from a second trust

Richard's answer | Answered on September 29, 2014

This depends on why the trustee is being removed. What are the grounds for removal and what did the trustee do or fail to do? What does the trust...

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Do I have to foreclose a property in the county it exists or can I foreclose from a nearby County.

Richard's answer | Answered on September 16, 2014

The county in which the real property is situated is the mandatory venue for a foreclosure proceedings.

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How long are court ordered trusts held legally? Should I acquire an attorney or be patient with the process?

Richard's answer | Answered on September 03, 2014

Hire a lawyer who practices in the probate part immediately. The local Surrogate may have signed off on a trust, but a trust may not be necessary...

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NY: Settling an irrevocable trust

Richard's answer | Answered on August 29, 2014

If there are any clients under a legal disability, are receiving government benefits or that have creditors or other financial constraints, I would...

Richard Albert Luthmann's Answers (507)

How DO i FILE A COMPLAINT ABOUT A LAW FIRM I PAID $3000 2 GET A LOAN MODIFICATION NO ACTION ON CAUSED A FORECLOSURE NOTICE

Can a will be changed that calls for the sale of a house to be split 50/50 if 1 heir is being blamed for the loss in value?

Which form should I fill for tax return in my situation?

Capital gain tax on second home

Paying credit cards and are we liable if going into assisted living

Have Federal gift tax rules for trusts changed significantly in the past 18 years?

If there are grounds for removing trustee, does this enable beneficiary to remove him from a second trust

Do I have to foreclose a property in the county it exists or can I foreclose from a nearby County.

How long are court ordered trusts held legally? Should I acquire an attorney or be patient with the process?

NY: Settling an irrevocable trust