Attorney in fact did not file elder's taxes

I agree with my colleague, but would also point out the following: (1) It is possible that they are not required to file returns, but as stated by...

Childcare center recently sold to a new owner in SC. Who is responsible for providing Tax ID for prior payments made?

You really should get this information when you enroll a child in the day care. I always suggest that you get the TIN, proof of insurance and a...

What can I do?

Try ordering a copy of your return from the Internal Revenue Service. The IRS will have a copy of what was filed in your tax transcript. There is...

Why don't you get the form yourself from www.irs.gov, complete it, retain a copy and give the original to the payroll department? Bring an extra...

My uncle was terminally ill. Before passing away, he sold me his house. Signed all the paperwork but not the deed

I agree with my colleagues. Other issues may involve his capacity at the time of sale, ability to make a part gift part sale transaction, your...

There is a $5,000 discrepancy between my 2012 W2 and my 2012 tax return. Can this halt my mortgage approval?

You need to amend your return as soon as possible. Whether the lender will raise the issue in underwriting remains to be seen and it is a business...

I have a revocable living trust. Deed to my house shows "John Jones Living Trust". I wish to take my house out of the trust.

Are you planning to give the charitable organization ½ your home now? That seems a bit peculiar. Will the charity be paying ½ of the expenses. ...

Who gets to use the Cap Loss when filing our taxes after the divorce is final?

You need to speak with a family law attorney. I imagine the use of the carryover loss is not the only issue that you have. Please speak with...

I haven't filed my taxes for the last 4 years. I'm not currently employed but I am ready to begin taking care of this mess.

Hire a CPA to prepare your tax returns. Even if you cannot make the payments, you can stop some of the penalties from continuing to accrue...

If a settlement is obtained for lost or unpaid wages, is that a taxable earnings ? Can I negotiate to lower the lawyer's fee?

I agree with my colleague, but you may want to try to negotiate a lower percentage fee for the attorney, or a lower billing rate, if you are paying...