I was unemployed, an university student, and still claimed as a dependent at that time. I only filed a 1040-EZ that year. Should I fight this?
answered on Apr 9, 2024
It's important to understand why the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) claims you owe state taxes for 2017. Here are some steps you can take:
1. Review the notice: Carefully read the notice from the IDOR to understand the reason for the claimed tax liability.
2. Gather... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2024
Whether you need to file a federal income tax return depends on your total income, filing status, and age. For the 2023 tax year (filed in 2024), if your only income was from Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and it was less than $25,000 (for single filers) or $32,000 (for married filing... View More
I mistakenly paid my Illinois property tax to the wrong PIN, and despite my efforts to contact the property owner, I haven't received a response. The Treasurer's Department sent an initial letter to the owner on March 15, 2024, and I also sent a letter at the beginning of March. Despite... View More
answered on Mar 21, 2024
First, you should consider contacting the Illinois Treasurer's Office or the county treasurer's office directly to explain the situation and inquire about possible procedures for correcting the payment made to the wrong Property Index Number (PIN). They may have a process in place for... View More
I'm an author and have set up a book drive to benefit two specific, well-known charities. People can purchase the books at a discount from me, and then I will either ship or drive the books to the donation drop-off point. The buyers do not receive any physical items: they are purchasing for... View More
answered on Mar 11, 2024
Regarding your questions about offering tax write-offs for your book drive:
1. Offering a tax write-off form to customers:
- As an individual author, you cannot directly offer tax write-off forms to your customers. Only qualified 501(c)(3) charitable organizations can provide donors... View More
I am aware of the three year amendment limitation for tax refunds. And I did read that it states "GENERALLY" three years. Are there any extensions to this rule or
other procedure to file an amendment? Or is this rule set in stone. Also, regarding the two year limitation on filing... View More
answered on Mar 11, 2024
Regarding amending your 2019 tax return, the general rule is that you have three years from the original due date of the return or two years from the date you paid the tax, whichever is later, to file an amended return and claim a refund. However, there are some exceptions to this rule:
1.... View More
I completed a W4 when I was hired. I am a salaried employee. I have contacted them three times in the past two weeks and they refuse to respond. What can I do?
answered on Mar 8, 2024
Discovering that your employer has not deducted federal taxes from your salary, despite taking out state taxes, can be distressing and potentially lead to complications with the IRS. The first step is to ensure that you have documented your attempts to contact your employer about this issue. Keep... View More
I have been separated from my son’s father for over a year. Never married. No court order for parenting time or child support. He always claimed our son on income tax returns. This year I claimed our son. My son’s father had his W4 setup to claim 1 and is telling me he’s going to charge me... View More
answered on Feb 28, 2024
In situations involving tax claims on dependents, the right to claim a child on a tax return typically depends on IRS rules concerning custodial and non-custodial parents. If you have provided the majority of the support for your son and he has lived with you for more than half of the year, you... View More
My husband is a lawful permanent resident and has filed I-130 in 2023. We are currently waiting for approval and have not filed I-485 yet. While filling out my paperwork for tax returns as an F-1 student, I have been asked if I have ever applied for U.S. citizenship/lawful residence. What should I... View More
answered on Feb 22, 2024
When completing your tax returns, it's crucial to provide accurate and truthful information. If you've been asked about applying for U.S. citizenship or lawful residence, and an I-130 petition has been filed on your behalf by your husband, then yes, you should indicate that an application... View More
Who is liable for abusive trust tax evasion schemes? The trust? Or the trustee? In other words, if a trust beneficiary has failed to privately persuade a trustee to stop committing fraud on the trust's taxes (among other offenses), and the trustee keeps doing it anyway, and the beneficiary... View More
answered on Feb 22, 2024
The liability for abusive trust tax evasion schemes typically depends on the specific circumstances and actions of the parties involved. In cases where a trustee willfully commits fraud on the trust's taxes, the trustee would generally bear primary responsibility for the fraudulent actions.... View More
This would be related IRS topic 701 capital gain exclusion from a home sale.
answered on Jan 31, 2024
In the context of IRS Topic 701 and the capital gain exclusion from a home sale, the concept of a "wash sale" generally doesn't apply. The wash sale rule is primarily associated with securities, like stocks and bonds, and aims to prevent taxpayers from claiming a tax loss on a... View More
My spouse and I got married in Okinawa while on active duty orders. However, I am trying to file for divorce and have come to many issue due to the unfortunate situation and have also realized that it was never filed with my home of record (Champaign County IL). We have been “married” since 11... View More
answered on Jan 30, 2024
Based on the information provided, a few key points:
• For a marriage that occurs abroad to U.S. citizens, it is valid in the U.S. even if not registered specifically with the home state. So you have a valid marriage.
• However, to get divorced in Illinois, you typically need to... View More
The credits earned can’t be transferred anywhere
answered on Jan 22, 2024
If your tax refund is at risk of being taken, it usually relates to specific debts like federal student loans, child support arrears, or outstanding taxes. The closure of your school due to legal matters, in itself, should not directly lead to your tax refund being taken. However, there are some... View More
Also, after buying the cryptos, can i trade them back to my home country. And doing such will i face any immigration issues?
answered on Jan 22, 2024
As an international student in the U.S., you are generally allowed to convert money from your home country into U.S. dollars and invest in cryptocurrencies. However, it's important to be aware of several factors. Firstly, ensure that you comply with the foreign exchange regulations of your... View More
Also, after buying the cryptos, can i trade them back to my home country. And doing such will i face any immigration issues?
answered on Jan 21, 2024
Can you do what you are doing from your home country, such as converting your currency into dollars and then converting it back to your country's currency? Being on student status, having a social security number, and a US bank account, and using it to trade crypto—all of these fall under... View More
I'm a F1 visa holder and i am currently outide US for winter break. I came a week ago to my home country and will go back next month to US. Can I work on my college's web development project. I will get paid based on hours for this project, but this project is a part of my college's... View More
answered on Nov 22, 2023
Regarding your F1 visa status, the key aspect is whether the work qualifies as Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Optional Practical Training (OPT). Since the project is part of your graduation requirements, it might be considered as CPT. However, you must have authorization from your... View More
I have this letter from an attorney that I contract on this cort case because I took a loan (signature) and it seems that was some illigalities or not outhorize on my state. The company agree not to persue any collections but they will issue a 1099 C
I’m one of the primary attorneys... View More
answered on Nov 19, 2023
When you receive a 1099-C form for canceled debt, such as the $27,000 in your case, the amount is generally treated as taxable income by the IRS. The exact amount of tax you'll owe depends on your overall income, tax bracket, and other factors in your tax situation for that year.... View More
My husband and I are independent contractors ourselves working in Chicago app b week developers (we both have green cards) and started hiring independent contractors to help with some projects(a little over $2k/year). There are a couple of projects that are coming and will make us have a lot of... View More
answered on Nov 19, 2023
Hiring a non-resident independent contractor from countries like Costa Rica, Ecuador, or Colombia involves understanding both U.S. tax implications and the legalities of international contract work. When hiring international contractors, one key form is the W-8BEN, which is used by foreign... View More
answered on Nov 8, 2023
The answer depends on the dollar value of the estate. If your mother did not earn enough to have to pay the Illinois inheritance tax, it is doubtful that she will have to pay any federal estate taxes since the dollar value threshold of the estate for federal tax purposes is significantly higher... View More
I received stock in the form of RSU, but at the time it was over $100 a share higher than it is now. Now I'm being taxed off of the original stock amount since it is looked at as a "cash bonus", but even selling the stock I can't raise the capital needed to cover that tax... View More
answered on Sep 14, 2023
The taxation of RSUs can be complex, and it's unfortunate that the stock's value has dropped significantly. You're correct that capital losses can often be used to offset capital gains, but there may be limitations on the amount you can deduct in a given tax year. I recommend... View More
answered on Mar 29, 2023
If you are unsure about your state residency status because you split time between two locations, you may want to consult with an experienced tax professional or attorney who can help you determine your residency status.
Factors that may be considered when determining residency status... View More
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