In filing a Petition for Review with the Tax Court, do I need to sign the petition or my lawyer's signature is good enough?

If you are represented by a Lawyer, then the Court requires the Lawyer's signature, not yours.

Will my 2015 tax return be processed before my amended 2013-2014?

It depends on workload and staffing as original returns and amended returns can end up in different service centers. Most Form 1040s are handled...

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How can I bring a large amount of money from another country? Is this gift (money) tax deductible?

You can always bring money in to the US (proceeds from a crime, money laundering, etc. are separate issues which one would be in trouble for...

How can a foreign national obtain ITIN to file for tax returns and minimize future tax obligations on the rental income?

Whatever you sent them was either lost or incorrect. The IRS ITIN processing department in Austin, TX usually does not simply leave things...

When I receive money that is Tax free and use it to buy storages and resale the contents, Am I liable to pay taxes?

You are using the funds to hire employees/contractors and generate income from sales. It doesn't matter that the original source of funds was...

Based on what you wrote above it sounds strange, though there could be other details which are not apparent that justify the delay and the fee....

I earned $500 last year, but made $9000 by selling stocks. Am I required to file a tax return?

Gains are gross income. You can use the IRS interactive assistant to see if you need to file:...

The IRS has a good web page on this topic:...

How do I file taxes with income earned outside of the US and take advantage of it being tax free?

You should contact a tax attorney or CPA who has experience working with US persons abroad. The general rule to qualify for the foreign earned...

Is there a way to sort things out without harsh punishments?

I agree that you will need a tax attorney to sort this out. Arguing reliance on a tax preparer can help abate some IRS penalties, but it does not...