My dad died without a will or a trust a year ago. My sister has his investment records, tax records etc. She refuses me access.

It depends on whether the investments had beneficiary designations. Any investment accounts with beneficiary designations would pass directly to...

I owe $109,000 on my house, worth $69,000. what tax liability is there for foreclosure,deed in lieu,or writedown? best option?

It depends on how long you have owned the house and whether you have other assets. There is the potential for cancellation of debt income to be...

Can a siblings lawyer request for personal information, income and banking information before Probate court?

It is not common for a personal representative, through his or her attorney, to request this type of information or request you to sign a release. ...

"One of four children is Executor of estate and had his lawyer send out letters saying he wants the Estate to probate

Proceeding without supervision is very common; the will may even request that the proceeding be unsupervised. Other siblings can remove him as...

Tax Lien Enforcement thru Foreclosure Proceedings on Real Estate.

It is possible to amend returns filed by the IRS (with some limitations). I would recommend hiring a tax attorney to contact the IRS on your...

My husband owes the gov for non payment of payroll withholding taxes for a closed business. can the irs collect from me?

I agree with the other posters; generally the IRS won't take action against you. However, I have seen many taxpayers in this situation where their...

Husband farmed with Dad for 36 years after 18. Never paid a salary. Expected part of farm. How much is sweat equity worth?

Was there a will? Is there any evidence that would corroborate your claim that you would get part of the farm? What is your mom's position? ...

You will need to file a Petition for Determination of Descent. You will have to petition the court to set a hearing date, notify all interested...

When Couple wants to divorce to save on taxes

In addition to the previous answers, I would add that you most likely would not qualify for head of household filing status. You need to live...

Moved from Georgia to MN in 2012. My home in Georgia foreclosed and I just received a 1099a and 1099c. What are MN taxes on it?

The federal government allows taxpayers to exclude otherwise taxable discharge of mortgage debt from their income if the discharged debt was for a...