Questions answered by Dana P. Shaffner

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Regarding dependent tax filing during divorce

Dana's answer | Answered on March 16, 2015

Based on your question, I assume that as of 12/31/2014 you and your husband were NOT separated, and that your visa status was still H4. If either...

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Can either partner in a business agreement end without the others input?

Dana's answer | Answered on March 15, 2015

At the risk of sounding heartless, it would appear you went to a great deal of trouble and expense all based on the "honor code", and now you are...

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HOW TO REQUEST COPY OF WILL FROM SIBLING? Parent is living. NEED TO KNOW WHO HAS MEDICAL POWER OF ATTORNEY: LACK OF HONESTY

Dana's answer | Answered on March 05, 2015

Caring for a declining parent is a great strain and burden, and can often be frustrating. The key fact that I don't see in your question is...

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Girlfriend is 22, her mother won't give her her own TAX RETURN form/money. What can I do? Can we sue?

Dana's answer | Answered on March 04, 2015

"We" can't sue anyone. Your girlfriend, on the other hand, can pursue this, but she should expect this to be very emotional since she is starting a...

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My grandmother died Aug 2013. I am legally one of the 5 children. the will states all property

Dana's answer | Answered on February 17, 2015

Your question is too cryptic to fully answer. Since there is a will, and I presume it has been admitted to probate, the rental income should be...

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I am going through a divorce. Should we still file jointly for the higher tax refund?

Dana's answer | Answered on February 17, 2015

"Married Filing Jointly" often results in greater tax savings, so if there is anyway you and your spouse can agree then you should consider filing...

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I didn't file 2013 taxes and owe IRS $93 for a previous installment plan-will this delay my 2014 refund?

Dana's answer | Answered on February 04, 2015

The IRS typically offsets refunds against old tax debts. This could delay your refund, but not significantly as long as it is sufficient to pay off...

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Should I wait until my charge is expunged to file my taxes?

Dana's answer | Answered on January 27, 2015

I do practice tax law. File your return. There are no "extra benefits" you could receive while using Turbo Tax that would be compromised by having...

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In GA, do I need to register a DBA w/ the county if I have an existing LLC?

Dana's answer | Answered on January 22, 2015

The short answer is yes you do if your dba name is a fictitious name that does not indicate the legal person who is engaged in the business. A...

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What right do grown children of a first marriage have upon a estate of the father.

Dana's answer | Answered on January 19, 2015

It is not unusual for a person in intensive care to suddenly realize that they might need a will. I know your question implies the possibility of...

Dana P. Shaffner's Answers (877)

Regarding dependent tax filing during divorce

Can either partner in a business agreement end without the others input?

HOW TO REQUEST COPY OF WILL FROM SIBLING? Parent is living. NEED TO KNOW WHO HAS MEDICAL POWER OF ATTORNEY: LACK OF HONESTY

Girlfriend is 22, her mother won't give her her own TAX RETURN form/money. What can I do? Can we sue?

My grandmother died Aug 2013. I am legally one of the 5 children. the will states all property

I am going through a divorce. Should we still file jointly for the higher tax refund?

I didn't file 2013 taxes and owe IRS $93 for a previous installment plan-will this delay my 2014 refund?

Should I wait until my charge is expunged to file my taxes?

In GA, do I need to register a DBA w/ the county if I have an existing LLC?

What right do grown children of a first marriage have upon a estate of the father.