Does my stepson need an attorney to represent him to settle his recently deceased mother's estate?

Your son should consult with a probate attorney in the state that his mother was a resident. Unless he personally guaranteed his mother's debts he...

Is some lieable to pay council tax if their name is not on the household lease

Your question should include more facts so that we can respond. Any individual seeking legal advice for their own situation should retain their...

This would be considered a personal expense and is not deductible. Any individual seeking legal advice for their own situation should retain...

How can a father file their daughter on their taxes

If you are the non-custodial parent you are now required to have the custodial parent sign Form 8332 releasing the deduction to you. You attach...

Do I have to pay US tax on a legal settlement in Canada???

As a US resident you are required to pay taxes on your worldwide income. You will receive a credit for any foreign taxes paid. If this was...

I am transferring ownderhip of my NY $400k home to my son in 2010. Will he have to pay a capital gains tax and if so how much?

When you transfer the property to your son it will be considered a gift. You will be able to exclude $13000, or $26000, if you are married of...

How to calculate capital gain taxes on the disposition of rental property?

You will have a capital gain equal to the revenue received on the property, less its tax basis as adjusted for depreciation allowed or allowable,...

Tax court ruling 155

I agree with attorney Tomas, unless the IRS cause an unreasonable delay interest will continue to accrue. More facts are required to determine if...

Yes, they can and often do garnish social security payments. Any individual seeking legal advice for their own situation should retain their own...

Can I claim a tax loss if I sold my house at a loss?

Since this is your personal residence this is a personal loss and it is not deductible. Any individual seeking legal advice for their own...