Wife named as heir/def. in mom's foreclosure. Erroneous SC tax lien against my wife in suit. How do we get removed from suit?

This is a complex problem that you should discuss with a local attorney as soon as you can. If you do not respond to the lawsuit you could have a...

Can we get $13,000 of adoption expenses as tax credits for 2011 taxes, even if the adoption is finalized in 2012?

A tax credit, including the adoption credit, reduces your tax liability. For expenses paid prior to the year the adoption becomes final, the credit...

Can a parent of a deceased adult daughter claim her 401k ? There is no beneficiary listed on the 401k. she had no children.

This depends on the amount involved. If the amount exceeds $100,000 you will have to go through probate to claim the account. If it is under...

Is there any way around paying taxs on gifts? I see John Edwards get around itl. Thank you.

Before you make any gifts you should see an attorney and make sure you know all of the ramifications of your estate. When you make a gift the...

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Processing a will etc.

You may need a lawyer. It is difficult to determine with the minimal facts presented. Some estates are very complex and require an attorney and...

It has been over 60 days & still waiting for copy of trust. What can I do?

The attorney for the trust is not your attorney and does not look out for your best interest. You will need to hire your own attorney to represent...

Does the attorney have to tell me who the trustee is (name, address, etc.), if I am a beneficiary?

You are entitled to see a copy of the trust as a beneficiary, The trustee should name who the successor trustee is. If you ask the attorney who...

My 84 yr old father has a Family Trust. His assets are ...his home is paid in full and just one IRA account.

The home and the IRA are subject to the claims of creditors. An IRA does not receive ERISA protection. With equity in the home and the IRA I do...

I work from home 3 days a week and have to buy a new computer for work (my old one is no longer compatible) can I write it off?

I agree with attorney Fromm. This is a tricky area. If you are an employee the IRS will want to know what your employer's reimbursement policy. ...

My husband owes the IRS for back taxes in a business he was part owner of. Can the IRS seize our home, that is in both of our

Yes, they can. You should see an attorney to protect your interest in the home. This will require a review of the current title and possibly...