If it was the CPAs error, and the error is more than ordinary negligence, and you can prove it was not your responsibility to check the return...

The homestead exemption ended when Mother passed away. Real property taxes "run with the land", which means if they are not paid by the estate, or...

How is an estate taxed on surrendered cd after owner has passed away??

The CD would be included in the value of the estate. If the total value of the estate is less than $10.4 million, then there would be no estate...

If you are working as an independent contractor, you should get a 1099 from the company you worked for after year end, and should file a tax return...

We sold our home everything was done we signed the papers we were given a check for the money left after taxes were paid .. ?

I assume by your use of word "they" you are referring to the title company, and not the taxing authorities. Whether you are liable or not to the...

Unpaid property taxes in TX

As you describe it, she has "no personal liability". I suggest you consult with a tax attorney, as the ordinary language used in a property tax...

Paying the taxes on an annuity inheritance from a parent to children.

I assume you are a non-spouse, and therefore cannot elect to continue the annuity. As a non-spouse, and assuming the annuity contract does not have...

If you do nothing, the IRS will make a determination on its own as to who gets to claim a dependent child when there are two returns filed by...

The IRS left a card on my door but it shows lists the wrong person/business

If you are absolutely sure it could not be for you, or a former business you participated in, then you could call the IRS number, or send a fax if...

If your capital gain is long term, which appears likely, then the tax rate varies depending on your adjusted gross income. The max rate is 20%.