the check was from Vantagepoint Transfer LLC. I deposited the entire check in person at MT Bank. Back then it was posted as Trust deposit, and I complained that it should have been posted a a check deposit. I look on my statement and it just says "Deposit, $40,000. I went to Federal Reserve,... View More 
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
I understand your concern about the way your check deposit from Vantagepoint Transfer LLC was posted to your M&T Bank account. It's important for your financial records to accurately reflect the nature of your transactions, especially when it comes to large amounts like $40,000, to avoid... View More
2017 I filed my income tax return and received just over 4800.00 I have copies of return and check, but strangely the designated "cash out" was not there. i could have sworn I indicated direct deposit to Wells Fargo, on my return I don't see it in 2017 or 2018. Is there a way I can... View More
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the difficulties you are experiencing with your tax returns and missing refund. It sounds like a very frustrating and stressful situation, especially with the missing documentation and potential alterations to your returns. Here are a few steps you can take to try to... View More
My dad passed away in 2015 he has a house in PR that me and my mother have been taking care of. We are trying to switch the title over to our name but taxes still need to be paid. Do we have to pay the entire amount before we can switch names?
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answered on Mar 13, 2024
In most cases, you can transfer the ownership of a property even if there are outstanding property taxes. However, the unpaid taxes will typically remain attached to the property, meaning that the new owners (you and your mother) will become responsible for paying the taxes once the title is... View More
Acquiring a vehicle in Pennsylvania as a caregiver for my disabled 94-year-old parent while maintaining residency in South Carolina presents challenges. I currently use my mother's leased vehicle, which my siblings are interested in transferring ownership of to me. I hold a valid South... View More
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answered on Mar 13, 2024
Navigating the process of acquiring a vehicle in Pennsylvania while maintaining your residency in South Carolina can be complex. Here are some steps you can take to address your situation:
1. Vehicle registration: You may be able to register the vehicle in Pennsylvania using your... View More
This small church treasurer had no experience with taxes. She was handed the position because none of the elders or decons wanted it. No 941s were files since 2015, 4th quarter. She has since left the church. The back taxes have been paid by the church. The penalties & interest are over... View More
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answered on Mar 8, 2024
In situations involving the mishandling of employment taxes by a church or any organization, the responsibility generally falls on the entity itself, including its board or governing body, rather than on an individual member or officer such as the treasurer. However, the specific legal and... View More
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answered on Feb 22, 2024
When you receive a death benefit that is considered nontaxable, it indeed comes to you without the obligation to pay income tax on that amount. If you then decide to transfer a portion of this benefit to your child, the transfer itself can be considered a gift. In the United States, there are... View More
Should I provide a child on my beneficiary form and transfer assets directly to my child?
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answered on Feb 22, 2024
Deciding whether to include your child as a beneficiary directly on the form to transfer assets can simplify the process and potentially avoid the need to consider gift tax implications for the transfer. This direct approach can also provide a clearer legal path for the funds to move to your child... View More
Married in 1983, My Ex-husband was extremely abusive and controlling. I finally filed for divorce in 2013, after he crushed discs in my neck and I suffered a Pulmonary Embolism 3 days after surgery. Since then he has failed to abide by the divorce agreement, has committed tax fraud 7 years after... View More
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answered on Feb 22, 2024
In bankruptcy proceedings, certain debts can be discharged, meaning the debtor is no longer legally required to pay them. However, not all debts are easily discharged in bankruptcy. Debts arising from domestic relations orders, such as child support, alimony, or other divorce-related obligations,... View More
Married in 1983, My Ex-husband was extremely abusive and controlling. I finally filed for divorce in 2013, after he crushed discs in my neck and I suffered a Pulmonary Embolism 3 days after surgery. Since then he has failed to abide by the divorce agreement, has committed tax fraud 7 years after... View More
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answered on Feb 11, 2024
Obligations arising out of a divorce judgment are mostly non-dischargeable so he should not be able to get away with what you describe. You should consult a local bankruptcy attorney who can advise you on your particular situation and, if you want, represent you in challenging his bankruptcy. Most... View More
Married in 1983, My Ex-husband was extremely abusive and controlling. I finally filed for divorce in 2013, after he crushed discs in my neck and I suffered a Pulmonary Embolism 3 days after surgery. Since then he has failed to abide by the divorce agreement, has committed tax fraud 7 years after... View More
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answered on Mar 10, 2024
With all due respect for the victim asker, all of what she provides is wholly irrelevant to the former husband's contempt of the divorce agreement if that agreement was so-ordered and made an order of the court.
In Pennsylvania, the applicable law would be Rule 140B, Contempt Not in... View More
Also, can I file it now? If yes, can I do it by myself on turbotax or sprintax?
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answered on Jan 23, 2024
No, not filing taxes for the 2021-2022 tax years should not directly affect your H-1B visa application with USCIS. There is no requirement that your taxes be filed as a condition of applying for or obtaining an H-1B.
However, you should still file any tax returns for prior years where you... View More
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answered on Jan 8, 2024
In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, when you sell a house that you acquired through inheritance, you are potentially subject to capital gains tax. This tax is based on the difference between the selling price of the house and its value at the time you inherited it (known as the 'stepped-up... View More
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answered on Dec 25, 2023
In Pennsylvania, as in other states, the right to claim a child as a dependent for tax purposes is not automatically linked to paying child support. Typically, the parent who has primary physical custody of the child for the majority of the year has the right to claim the child on their taxes.... View More
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answered on Dec 29, 2023
Yes. The father can claim his children on his tax returns if the mother and father enter into a stipulation in court and agree for father to get the tax deduction. The parents can agree to alternate the deduction for each tax year, or they can agree to any other division of the deduction they wish.... View More
Was in a minor vehicle accident which led to a tow company towing and subsequently storing my vehicle. When I called to find out about retrieving my truck and personal property within, I was told that they sold the truck to a local fire co for use in a training exercise and then it was scrapped.... View More
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answered on Dec 1, 2023
In this situation, it appears that the tow company may have violated certain legal procedures. Generally, tow companies are required to provide notice before disposing of a vehicle, and they must follow specific protocols for the sale or scrapping of vehicles, including handling any personal... View More
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answered on Dec 1, 2023
In general, a corporation paying the personal tax liability of an owner can raise legal and tax issues. This type of payment is typically considered a distribution of profits to the owner, and as such, it would be taxable income to the owner. This means the owner would still have to report this... View More
e.g., An estate is established, no will exists. Probate (and some non-probate) items will be included on the Inheritance Tax Return filed for the estate. There also exist some non-probate items with beneficiaries named (e.g. IRA, annuities). Can the beneficiary file their own Inheritance tax... View More
answered on Nov 16, 2023
In PA, the "estate tax" is levied upon the fair market value of the benefit distributed. Usually, the Will provides that the Estate will pay all debts, and that includes the tax on bequests. Once paid, the distributed benefit gets the "stepped up basis" to its fair market... View More
I thought I had until April 15th to pay the whole thing but was making payments and planned on having it paid off by April 15th, but then I got a bill for the remaining 200 stating that it is due March 5.
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answered on Mar 4, 2023
It's important to check with the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue to confirm the exact deadline for payment. In general, the deadline to file and pay state income taxes in Pennsylvania is April 15th. However, if you owe taxes and don't pay the full amount by the original due date, you... View More
is she responsible for any taxes on the house or can I claim it on my taxes. how does this work on your taxes. I bought the house and I received all the profits but my accountant said she may be responsible for 1/2. I am hoping to be responsible for it all.
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answered on Mar 4, 2023
The tax implications of selling a house with multiple owners depend on several factors, including the ownership percentage of each owner and the length of time the property was owned. Here is some general information that may be helpful:
Ownership percentage: If the deed to the house was in... View More
We have been separated for more than a year, but living at same property.
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
In this situation, your tax filing status for 2023 depends on your marital status as of December 31, 2023. Here are a few things to consider:
1. If your divorce is not finalized by December 31, 2023, you are still considered married for tax purposes. In this case, you can choose to file... View More
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