You can take that deduction only if you itemize your expenses on schedule A. Turbotax might have skipped this part if you do not file schedule A.

My ex-husband and I filed jointly in 2013 for the 2013 tax season and he fraudulently filed his taxes and now owes, am I liable?

You should seek innocent spouse relief. Take a look at Topic 205 - Innocent Spouse Relief http://www.irs.gov/taxtopics/tc205.html

Am I responsible for my husband's 1099 if I file my taxes married filing separately?

If the 1099 is issued only to your husband, and you file separately, you do not include the 1099 income on your return.

IRS Account Transcript. I never received refund from last year....

971 should indicate an exam soft notice. The IRS is questioning your return, probably related to an exemption or filing status. It perhaps is as...

Huge Mess back tax returns

I can help you file your past returns. I have done it before. I am a CPA as well as an attorney. Feel free to call me.

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Do I have to include income received through disability when filing a tax return?

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Starting a lawn care business, what is the tax I am supposed to charge for labor such as mowing, cutting trees/ brush, painting

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I understand that if I get property through a tax deed auction all private liens are erased.

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In Colorado-property lien, am I liable to pay a bill that a previous owner did not pay?

that should be a title insurance claim.

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