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If you are married, you must file as married. You are not "single in the US" because your wife is in another country. If she is non-resident then...

Will the IRS take my house?

Taking a primary residence is very difficult for them. They have to give you a hearing in federal court to do so. It is one of the few things that...

Am I better off going with the check that the IRS offered or should I seek out an attorny. If so, what kind of aty. and where?

No windfalls in this world. If the IRS made a mistake, they will want their money back. But I would call the IRS and find out why the difference....

Tax Question! We have not filed our 2009, 2010, or 2011 returns and we owe $142,000 for 2008. Should we get a tax lawyer?

Get those returns prepared. My guess is the IRS filed a return on your behalf, and those are never favorable. Then you need to get a tax attorney...

You should speak with a CPA or tax attorney to clarify. But on your return, you are only required to report what you received. You are supposed to...

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Is there a stature of limataions on money owed the IRS ?

I agree with Attorney Zelinger that your biggest concerns are the "Date of Assessment," and periods which the SOL was tolled. Generally, the date...

What are the tax implications of starting a business near the end of the year?

Each tax year stands alone and you may never roll income and expenses from one year to another unless specifically allowed by the code. The default...

Am I now or in the future responsible for my husband's back taxes?

Indirectly, they can make you pay through community property law. That is because they will determine his means to pay partially based on your...

MY EX WANT TO CLAIM MY SON ON HIS TAX WHEN HE DONT EVEN VISITED HIM ONCE

He cannot claim your child if the child lives with you a greater number of days during the year. You will be Head of Household and get the EIC no...

The IRS sent me a letter saying I had to file a return even though i don't owe them any money. Why do I still need to file?

Always file. Just because you are receiving a refund doesn't technically mean you do not have a legal duty to file. You have a legal duty to file...