Is a lender of a heloc obligated by law to record the lien ?

You are responsible for making sure your taxes get paid. Very strange it was not recorded, most likely a major breakdown by the escrow agent.

Can one roll one's existing 401(k) into a Roth IRA?

You can do this. It is not a "rollover" but rather a "Roth conversion" You will owe taxes because the traditional 401(k) is pretax contributions...

The IRS does not call you. If you want to know if you owe the IRS you can call them and get copies of your account transcripts for all years...

How much trouble can someone get in for not claiming rental income for 3 years, $700.00 cash per month?

You most likely will not go to prison. You should amend your federal and state tax returns to include the rental income and expenses. You will pay...

Sure they can seize it. You should deal with them and make sure the amount they claim you owe is accurate. NC tax collectors make the IRS look like...

If my fiancé has tax debt from his past and we get married am I responsible for his debt in any way?

I have actually seen the IRS revenue officers go after all the spouse's income. You personally are not liable for his tax debts but your income...

With the new tax law, am I able to deduct interest if I refi the house?

Be advised that the standard deduction just about doubles, so many less people will need to itemized deductions on Schedule A. This is how the new...

When is it considered harassment by state. Or is there such a thing when it comes to an audit ?

There is something about your taxes that the state doesn't like. What have been the results of the previous audits? Why do you think they are...

What recourse do I have to get my portion of a Married filing jointly tax refund?

Your recourse is to paper file a separate return with an explanation that you did not sign or consent to a joint return. The IRS will run you...

If we are renting a house from someone who got a house through a tax sale and it’s not theirs yet can they rent it out?

You should ask LA lawyers familiar with real estate law in that state.