Questions answered by Tara Marie Warrington

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Please help if you can!

Tara's answer | Answered on April 09, 2014

Most attorneys practicing in this area offer free consultations where these questions can be addressed and your options discussed. Feel free to use...

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How do I write a response to a complaint/petition with the clerk of the court on a lawsuit filed LIS PENDENS? Whom do I address?

Tara's answer | Answered on April 07, 2014

You should consult with an attorney who has experience in foreclosure defense and short sale processing. Based upon your post, your liability for...

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Can the IRS take our house if my husband has a tax levy?

Tara's answer | Answered on April 07, 2014

Since you are both on the mortgage, that tells me that you are both legal owners (both on title). If the IRS has truly granted you innocent spouse...

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The plaintiff was ordered to serve a copy of this order on all parties, but has not complied can i do anything?

Tara's answer | Answered on April 07, 2014

If the Plaintiff's attorney truly has not complied with the court order, it may be a sanctionable offense. However, that may not prevent the trial...

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Home sale capital tax limit is $500,000 only if the two co-owners are married? Or relationship between them does not matter?

Tara's answer | Answered on April 06, 2014

You are not married, therefore you cannot file a joint tax return. You cannot take advantage of any of the higher deductions/exclusions a married...

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Should a couple file separate or joint tax returns if the husband-owned business may fail that next year?

Tara's answer | Answered on April 06, 2014

Prepare your return as if you were going to file jointly. Then prepare two returns as if you were going to file separately. Compare the numbers.

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Letter from IRS for forgiven debt-what do i need to do?

Tara's answer | Answered on April 04, 2014

Ms. Johnson is correct except that you should review your financials with a tax attorney before making payment arrangements with the IRS. You may...

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Do I have to pay income tax on an out-of-court insurance settlement?

Tara's answer | Answered on April 04, 2014

There are not sufficient facts presented to provide an opinion, nor would this be the appropriate forum to do so. You need advice specific to your...

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Can I purchased a foreclosure property without out going through a financial institution? Can I purchase with cash?

Tara's answer | Answered on April 03, 2014

Yes you can purchase property with cash. There are no costs associated with a cash purchase that are not also associated with a financed...

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My company (owner quitclaim deed) was served in 2012 (foreclosure) and my name was added as the mortgagor, but I was not served.

Tara's answer | Answered on March 30, 2014

If you entered an appearance in the case in your personal capacity, you likely waived the need for the Plaintiff to serve you. You need to review...

Tara Marie Warrington's Answers (221)

Please help if you can!

How do I write a response to a complaint/petition with the clerk of the court on a lawsuit filed LIS PENDENS? Whom do I address?

Can the IRS take our house if my husband has a tax levy?

The plaintiff was ordered to serve a copy of this order on all parties, but has not complied can i do anything?

Home sale capital tax limit is $500,000 only if the two co-owners are married? Or relationship between them does not matter?

Should a couple file separate or joint tax returns if the husband-owned business may fail that next year?

Letter from IRS for forgiven debt-what do i need to do?

Do I have to pay income tax on an out-of-court insurance settlement?

Can I purchased a foreclosure property without out going through a financial institution? Can I purchase with cash?

My company (owner quitclaim deed) was served in 2012 (foreclosure) and my name was added as the mortgagor, but I was not served.