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Been at war w my brother and wife for 50% ownership in real estate that we run 2 businesses from. Can I deduct legal fees IRS?

Ross's answer | Answered on December 28, 2014

You have a complicated mess and you need those questions answered by your lawyer and your accountant. I presume you have a real accountant, not...

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How long do I need to keep my Aunt's belongs?

Ross's answer | Answered on December 28, 2014

I will add to Mr. Muggeridge's answer that you could rent a 'mini-storage' and put her stuff in it and send her the key. If she doesn't pay the...

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How can we claim our security deposit?

Ross's answer | Answered on December 28, 2014

You have a real mess and if I were you I would not count on getting your deposit back. Somehow I doubt that he was "renting from the bank" -...

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Are there any specific requirements in Virginia for the letter I send my tenant advising that I am not returning their deposit?

Ross's answer | Answered on December 28, 2014

You are required to notify the tenant of all money withheld from a security deposit and how you spent it. Given your facts, list the damages first...

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I need to know how to report a abusive guardian and conservator in Virginia Beach, Virginia?

Ross's answer | Answered on December 28, 2014

The job of a Conservator IS to control the finances -- the court determined that the individual no longer could do so on their own. That does not...

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I have a conservator that was appointed in Virginia. can my conservator access my money if its in a out of state account?

Ross's answer | Answered on December 28, 2014

Your conservator cannot 'cripple' you as they are required to provide financial details to the court and there's usually a surety bond to protect...

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Mother passed away and have a equity line of credit on the home no wills, the loan is past due and has went in to charge off

Ross's answer | Answered on December 28, 2014

I agree you didn't put in nearly enough information for any one to answer. It may be useful to get a consultation with a lawyer who handles a...

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UD has been continued until Jan 9. Does money paid between now and then go toward Dec or Jan rent? Is current lease still valid?

Ross's answer | Answered on December 28, 2014

You've asked a lot of questions -- I think you should consult with a landlord-tenant lawyer so that when a problem occurs you have someone already...

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How can wife protect her financial interest from mother-inlaws debt?

Ross's answer | Answered on December 23, 2014

As I read between the lines, you appear worried that you, personally, will end up having to pay for the cost of the home. If your husband signed...

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Who gets money VA

Ross's answer | Answered on December 23, 2014

My friend Evan Farr is correct -- this estate has very technical issues because there is a very old will that the law will enforce, if possible. ...

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Been at war w my brother and wife for 50% ownership in real estate that we run 2 businesses from. Can I deduct legal fees IRS?

How long do I need to keep my Aunt's belongs?

How can we claim our security deposit?

Are there any specific requirements in Virginia for the letter I send my tenant advising that I am not returning their deposit?

I need to know how to report a abusive guardian and conservator in Virginia Beach, Virginia?

I have a conservator that was appointed in Virginia. can my conservator access my money if its in a out of state account?

Mother passed away and have a equity line of credit on the home no wills, the loan is past due and has went in to charge off

UD has been continued until Jan 9. Does money paid between now and then go toward Dec or Jan rent? Is current lease still valid?

How can wife protect her financial interest from mother-inlaws debt?

Who gets money VA