IRS sent me 1099 for the interest they paid the bankruptcy trustee?

If you received a 1099 for interest income you should report it on your income tax return. If it was not actually paid to you, or paid to the...

When should my friend start filing income tax?

Depending on his Visa classification, date of entry, and income he may be required to file a tax return for 2019.

Can my girlfriend claim me and my son on her taxes?

It is possible, depending on the facts in your situation, that she may claim you and the child as dependents under "other qualifying relative", ...

The 1099-C reports taxable income from forgiveness or cancellation of debt, and is reported on your 1040 income tax return as other income....

To file married filing joint for 2016, your ex would need to cooperate by providing his W2, any other necessary information on his income and...

if you receive foster care payments from a child placement agency, the state government, or your local government, the payments are nontaxable...

My tax preparer made a mistake on my 2011 tax return costing me my return, can it be recovered?

The 4 year statute of limitations to file a lawsuit against the preparer has expired. Preparers are generally liable only for penalty and interest...

Can I open an online business and file for a tax permit if I owe past due taxes from 10 years ago when I closed my business.

It depends - was the old business a separate legal entity, and for which you had no personal liability? It you are personally liable, is there a...

I am a US permanent resident without job. I live off of my sponsor's financial help. Is that financial help taxable?

If it is a gift, given to you for no reason other than to help you out, it is not taxable. However, if it is compensation, and you are expected to...

How do I file my taxes if a spouse is not here?

A faster alternative to US Mail may be Fedex or DHL