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Is there a legal way to recover a large charitable donation if the charitable entity did not conduct themselves as promised?
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Answered on May 30, 2014
I agree with my colleague. In the future, I suggest that you use an attorney familiar with charitable gifts and nonprofit matters to help you plan...
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What are the laws regarding US based 501 (c) (3) nonprofit soliciting donations from Canadians?
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Answered on May 24, 2014
If your Canadian donors have U.S. income, they can generally claim any gifts to U.S. charities that would be allowed on a U.S. return. In general,...
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Can a nonprofit 501 (c) (3) form a subsidiary? If so,can donors to the subsidiary get a tax-deduction from the parent nonprofit?
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Answered on May 24, 2014
There are simply to many variables to really respond here. You need to consider whether a parent-subsidiary structure is helpful or a hinderance....
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Can a nonprofit 501 (c) (3) registered in one state conduct its activities in the other 49 states?
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Answered on May 24, 2014
Just wanted to add to my colleagues response. If you mean by expand, just expand your fundraising efforts but not your presence in those states,...
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Setting up a charity fund for a friend after brain surgery...
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Answered on May 21, 2014
These days it is not always necessary to setup your own charity to get the job done:
First, it is possible to make arrangements with a...
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What is the risk in owning 10% equity in a startup? I am being asked to provide my time to help build leads for the business.
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Answered on May 20, 2014
Accepting stock for compensation can be very complicated and before you do so you should definitely speak to a business attorney familiar with...
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I am leaving an LLC partnership, and upon leaving she wants me to sign a contract that bars me from competing in the same area.
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Answered on May 18, 2014
You cannot be forced to sign a non-compete. In general, most restraints on competition are unlawful under Texas law, but Covenants Not to Compete...
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I am getting sued for a two year old car accident I am disable and cant work, I am filing bankruptcy, can they go after me?
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Answered on July 03, 2011
Just a quick mention. If you were intoxicated at the time of the accident, then you may want to advise your bankruptcy attorney. Debts for personal...
Spouse has federal tax lien on property and the liability was incurred during a separation.
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Answered on July 03, 2011
In the community property states, a federal tax lien will always attach to all of the liable spouse’s separate property. Also, the tax lien will...
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What are the tax implication to wire 50,000USD from Canada to USA??
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Answered on July 03, 2011
If Canadians transfer money to the U.S. electronically from a Canadian bank to a U.S. bank, the the Canadian agent will do the proper reporting to...