For example, because my roommate allows me to watch his TV and control it, does that constitute my ownership of his TV?
answered on Dec 19, 2018
No. If you do not have title to the property, you do not own the property.
I am not making much but enough to go out of medicaid can i open a c corp and get paid from the corp until the threshold and leave the rest in the corp?
answered on Dec 11, 2018
Why would you transfer it to your kids? There's probably a mortgage or tax lien against the house which, I'd assume, is the basis for the foreclosure - it certainly wouldn't have any impact on the pending foreclosure.
If this is an attempt to forestall the foreclosure action,... View More 
I have already sought legal help and filed for bankruptcy ch 7. I also have gone forth to the 341 meeting. My student loans are listed and less than $5k. I didn't sign any petition to have them discharged in my case.
answered on Dec 7, 2018
My immediate reaction is "no". With this said, it may behoove you to have your attorney file a Motion to Approve Refinance Agreement (or something to this effect) that will bring the transaction to the Bankruptcy Court's attention. I can't imagine that such a prayer for relief... View More
I am filing bankruptcy in New York. There is an exemption I may be eligible for, to protect some cash that i have, but i dont understand the wording:
Wages
5205 - 90% of earned but unpaid wages received within 60 days of filing for bankruptcy
How can my wages be both... View More
answered on Dec 5, 2018
The nature of your question reflects that you probably should not be filing on your own - that is, if this is your plan. Bankruptcy is more than just filing out forms... it's knowing which information to enter into which form.
Remember, all Bankruptcy documents are signed under penalty... View More
answered on Nov 27, 2018
Not really. The military protections consist largely of making sure that those serving on active duty are not foreclosed upon in absentia. With that said, there are loan modifications available through the VA and/or Ginnie Mae that are specifically designed to give those associated with the... View More
if shareholder been late on maintenance a couple of times, can board foreclose on him?
answered on Nov 27, 2018
Yes, assuming that your ownership agreement provides for such relief. You'll want to consult with an attorney, in depth, before you make any final decisions in terms of a game plan.
Good luck.
Does the person admitted to long term care inpatient have to pay taxes on their pension, Social security, $401K can those taxes stop being withheld? She was admitted in June. Is she responsible for tax payment from Jan to June? Is she exempt from June to the present?
answered on Nov 27, 2018
There's no way of knowing until a tax professional can perform an analysis on the sources and amounts of your income. Your best bet would be to consult with a tax professional or attorney.
Good luck.
Incurred in Fl - his lawyer in Ca said lien will be put on my home in NY which is my primary residency - no mortgage on property in joint tenancy. Do I have to vacate the home? I am 69 and with dystonia, high blood pressure, heart vale issue, etc. my divorce lawyer says move out he can charge me... View More
answered on Nov 27, 2018
Honestly, there's quite a bit to unpack from this question. It sounds to me as if you may be a good candidate for a Bankruptcy case, but you should really consult with an attorney, in-person, before making any final decisions in regards to this matter.
Good luck.
i live in a combined condo unit owned by my mother and i (with 2 tax lots and 2 common charge bills). can my mother put 1 apt and i the other apt as primary residence? can we each pay one property tax bill and deduct that up to the limit for our individual income taxes?
answered on Nov 27, 2018
I don't see why not, assuming that (i) the property for which the credit is claimed is actually owned by the claimant and (ii) the claimant actually resides at the domicile for which the exemption is claimed.
Good luck.
answered on Nov 27, 2018
Actually, the second party would have been responsible from the very start - co-signing a loan results in immediate liability for payments, regardless of whether they're being made by someone else or not. If you cannot make the payments after your co-signed party defaulted, you may qualify for... View More
Is this correct?
If a building is not a coop/condo and a rent-controlled/stabilized apartment is vacated, the owner can charge a new tenant only (roughly) 20% more than the last renter paid.
BUT
If a building is t a coop/condo and a rent controlled/stabilized apartment is... View More
answered on Nov 5, 2018
With all due respect, you should be asking an attorney about this during an in-person consultation. I'm not sure what you have riding on the answer, but it would seem that it could be worth paying an attorney for a written opinion letter.
I withdrew money from my 401k due to financial hardship, the institution in error sent to a closed/overdrawn account (I have proof this is their error). Can the bank legally take my money even though it was for hardship and they were previously notified of bankruptcy?
answered on Nov 5, 2018
They wouldn't be able to take your money, anyway, given that the error was on their part. The commencement of your bankruptcy case strengthens your protections.
They told me they would resend the sale, but they didn't. My co op told me to get a lawyer. I have been trying to get one but, can't find anyone to help me.
answered on Oct 31, 2018
It doesn't sound like the co-op sale was wrongful, so much as you might not have had a fair opportunity to combat it (due to alleged attorney failure).
Consider reaching out to new counsel in an effort to rescind the sale. If necessary, the filing of a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy could allow... View More
answered on Oct 31, 2018
No. Under the FDCPA, it is not legal for debt collectors to contact family members and to inform them regarding your debts. With this said, the FDCPA does not apply to the original creditors, themselves.
Consider reaching out to them and establishing a preferred avenue of contact. This way,... View More
I was told that I can get a payment from social security because they are still deducting from my pay since age 66 and my monthly payment has not increased
answered on Oct 30, 2018
No. These payroll taxes are deducted for as long as you're earning wages.
answered on Oct 30, 2018
Under some circumstances, the answer is "yes" - but only with respect to child support, income taxes, criminal restitution, or Social Security overpayments. Give them a call and ask them about it - they'll at least be able to let you know to whom the debt is owed. There have been... View More
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