How will the cost basis for the stock, if sold, be calculated for tax purposes?

I assume you held the property in joint tenancy with the deceased. If this is correct then the new basis = 1/2 of your basis plus a step up or...

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What do I need to register the company. What's the best way for me to save tax 2 partners are german resident Partners.

Normally a resident alien is subject to the sames tax rules as a citizen. Establishing an LLC or whatever in Nevada is not advantageous if...

Did AirBnb send me the wrong tax form ? (1042-S)

I think the damage is already done and it would be more trouble to right the wrong so file a tax return because as code 54 says it is US sourced...

Do I have to refile, or will I get in trouble, if I do not file this, after I have already paid several thousands of dollars,

Yes, file an amended return especially since it is before the deadline of 4-17-2016. You never want your tax return to get special attention. It...

If a company sends you out to appointments and no sales ever come of it, is any money owed for your time, effort and gas?

You need to track your time and assignments. Basically you need a time sheet. Then you need to determine if you are an independent contractor or...

Is there anything my family can do to make the nursing home intervene?

First, send an e-mail to the facility director each time there is a identifiable problem. What names were called, when did the altercations occur,...

Will I have to pay taxes on the forgiven mortgage debt? Will my ex-wife have to pay tax on the forgiven mortgage debt?

If the bank is starting to foreclose on the property it suggests the mortgage (lien) was not stripped from the house.so at the present time there...

Can an ex wife be removed as a trust beneficiary ?

If the ex-wife was named a beneficiary before the divorce she would be disinherited by operation of law. If the ex-wife was named a beneficiary...

It is not a good idea to put your grandson on title as a joint tenant. This puts your property at risk if your grandson is liable on a debt. So...

Can an individual write an email that can be considered, “threatening,” without the writer threatening their body or property?

Yes I can see it. I don't think you made a threat that is actionable. You just threatened to make a big deal out of it.