Do I need my ex spouse to sign an ammended tax form to recover losses which I incurred AFTER divorce was final but filed jointly

It appears that to file an amended individual tax return on Form 1040X will require your spouses signature for that year. But, you might consider...

Who do the property go to? My uncle passed without a will

Please consult a local attorney to advise on the intestacy laws of your state. In general, your understanding that the deceased brothers' children...

How is the amount of a credit shelter trust determined?

You would need to determine the formula clause in the Trust allocating shares among the distinctive sub-trusts. If a pecuniary credit...

My husband is in the military and we are seperated do i get half of his taxes and any spouse support?

Tax refunds in a community property state as in Arizona would be classified as community property. You could be entitled to half of the refund due...

Can the foreign company that I run the US division of, promise my father (passed) then me profits, then not go through with it?

Definitely consult a local attorney to discuss your options. With that said, if you have emails confirming your agreement, your case would be...

Just got married a couple of days ago (2013). Can I claim my wife's son as a dependent on my 2012 taxes?

The quick answer is no. In order to claim your wife's son as a dependent, he must meet a qualifying child test. Although the stepson would appear...

I am the trustee of my parents estate, they have past on. I have three siblings, everything has been settled including the sale

As a practical matter, I would suggest that you reach some agreement with your sister that both of you can accept and live with. Any litigation...

How much tax I would have to pay after selling a property (house) which I am inheriting 50/50 with my sister after my mother ?

You and your sister would obtain a "stepped-up" basis in the property if acquired from your parents upon their demise. The gain would be...

California law requires that the shareholders elect the directors and the directors elect the officers. This is required to be done once a year. ...

Do I owe tax preparation fees that were supposed to be withheld from our return if we ended up NOT even getting a return?

The answer to your question depends on the terms of your contract with Jackson Hewitt. Without looking at your agreement, it is most likely that...