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answered on Apr 20, 2018
There are occasions when the creditors fail to honor such a request, whether it's sent certified or otherwise.
In any event, you have nothing to lose by resending the notices, other than the cost of postage.
It should be noted that once you file your bankruptcy petition, the... View More 
amount for 2009 that I never filed. I recently filed and found that I did not owe for this year. The Franchise Tax Board told me that I was not entitled these monies back as the garnishments took place more than a year ago. Is this true? Or do I have a right to this overpaid tax?
answered on Apr 19, 2018
In general, a taxpayer can file a claim for refund the later of:
Four years after the original return due date.
Four years after the date of a timely filed return.
One year from the date of overpayment.
answered on Apr 16, 2018
Secured debts are treated differently in Chapter 7 bankruptcy than other kinds of debts. Although the secured debt itself may be discharged in bankruptcy (and usually is), the creditor may still have a right to take the property back if you default on the payments.
Had to create an estate due to no will being on record for mother. EIN was obtained to create the estate. The assets of the estate were valued at $6483 piece of property. There was nothing that produced income.
answered on Apr 12, 2018
IRS Form 1041, U.S. Income Tax Return for Estates and Trusts, is required if the estate generates more than $600 in annual gross income. The decedent and their estate are separate taxable entities. Before filing Form 1041, you will need to obtain a tax ID number for the estate.
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