Tax....Practical advice/annecdotal experience with Wages v. S Corporation Distributions.

An S-Corporation must pay its owner a reasonable salary. There is no specific amount given in the tax code. It is a facts and circumstances...

My wife is not in US. How can I file my tax return?

I agree with Attorney Larson. You are just precluded from efiling. This does not prevent you from filing a paper return as suggested.

If my mom gifts me $200 a week, is that considered income that I have to claim?

No, a gift is not taxable to the recipient. Further, your mother can give you up to $13,000 each year without having to file a gift tax return.

If I put $35,000.00 on my account will I be taxed for anything?

You do not provide enough facts. Income is taxable. It is not a taxable event to put money in an account unless it is taxable income. The...

Do i need to file state tax

You are required to file a California tax return for both years. See a preparer and file these returns.

Can I claim my girlfriend and bills I paid on her behalf on federal taxes?

You cannot take the interest since you are not on the note and/or have responsibility for it. You need to qualify her as a qualifying relative to...

Am I a "small business" or a contractor for federal taxes?

I agree with attorney Larson. It is not whether you are a small business or contractor. This is not really a distinction for tax purposes. You...

Interest earned prior to the death of your father goes on his final return and interest you earned after the date of death is your income.

Can we ask the Tax Court to have the IRS's witness arrested?

If you know this person is a fugitive, report him to the police or proper authorities now. If he has committed crimes in Europe, they may or may...

Claiming child on taxes

If the court order is not followed, the offending party can be held in contempt of court. Therefore, you get the deduction.