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I sell handmade items in person at reenactment events, approximately two times a year, and typically earn around $1,000. These events are held about 30 minutes from my home in Indiana. I haven't registered my business or obtained a business license since my goal is not to make money but just... View More 
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answered on Apr 16, 2025
You’re engaging in isolated, occasional sales of handmade goods rather than operating a regular retail business, so Indiana treats those transactions as “casual sales.” Under 45 IAC 2.2‑1‑1(d), gross retail tax does not apply to casual sales of tangible personal property (other than... View More
I want to know if I can be employed for heating and cooling work using my LLC and EIN number, instead of working as an individual. My LLC is registered in my state, and I won't have a contractual agreement with the job. Are there any tax implications I should be aware of for this arrangement?
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
Yes, you can work using your LLC and EIN for heating and cooling jobs without a formal contract, but there are a few key points to consider. By using your LLC, you are treating your business as a separate entity, which provides some legal protections, such as limiting personal liability for... View More
I've purchased a certificate at a tax sale in Indiana, and my title search revealed that the property owner is deceased. I need guidance on how to proceed with giving notice under IC 6-1.1-25-4, especially when no information about the estate or potential heirs was found in the title search.... View More
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answered on Apr 6, 2025
You will need an IN attorney to file a quiet title action and to extinguish redemption rights. Service on heirs should be by a publication order.
I have a client who purchased a vacant commercial lot in Lake County with the intent to hold it until it's ready to be developed. He bought the parcel from a known developer where it had been receiving the "developers discount" for over 10 years. After the transfer of ownership, the... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2025
To be recognized as a developer and qualify for the developer’s discount in Indiana, you need to demonstrate that you are engaged in the business of land development. The Indiana Code (IC 6-1.1-4-12) does not provide a clear-cut definition, but case law and assessor practices suggest that... View More
They currently have an SSA case being reviewed and determining if they are eligible for SSI benefits.
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answered on Feb 4, 2025
Claiming your partner as a dependent on your taxes could potentially affect their SSI eligibility and benefit amount. The Social Security Administration considers household income and living arrangements when determining SSI benefits, and being claimed as a dependent might impact these... View More
I get paper checks from 1 company and they said they can't send them out of the country. Is there a way to have them sent to someone here in the states that will deposit them for me. (My nephew offered to do this). Do i have any options?
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answered on Jan 28, 2025
You can have your checks mailed to your nephew in the U.S., and he can deposit them into your bank account on your behalf. To make this process smoother, you may want to provide him with a deposit-only endorsement stamp or pre-sign the checks with a restrictive endorsement like “For Deposit... View More
State of Indiana is not allowing me this deduction. Should I be using schedule E vs Schedule C?
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answered on Jan 12, 2025
When managing properties and forwarding rents to owners, it’s important to distinguish between your income and the funds you handle. Typically, the rent you collect and pass on to property owners isn’t your income, so you wouldn’t deduct those amounts. Instead, your income comes from any... View More
Our court order states that we are supposed to alternate tax years I never fully agreed to this because I didn't think it was fair because I'm the one that does 98% of care for our child he pays child support that he was forced to pay and that's it and I need the money more can I be... View More
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answered on Jan 12, 2025
If you don’t complete Form 8332 as your court order requires, the court could potentially hold you in contempt. Courts take their orders seriously, and not following them might lead to legal consequences.
Since you’re providing most of the care for your child and need financial support,... View More
I would not receive the funds until the beginning of next year.
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answered on Jan 10, 2025
The timing of your 401(k) withdrawal tax depends on when you receive the funds, not when you request them. Since you'll receive the money in early 2025, this distribution will be reported on your 2025 tax return, which you'll file in 2026.
This aligns with the general tax... View More
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answered on Oct 31, 2024
To submit your property for tax exemption as a church, start by verifying that your organization meets the necessary criteria. Typically, the property must be used exclusively for religious purposes and operated by a recognized religious organization. Gather all relevant documentation, including... View More
(We will be the renters NOT the owners)
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answered on Oct 24, 2024
When you rent a building for your church, the responsibility for property taxes typically lies with the property owner, not the tenant. As a renter, you generally won’t be directly liable for paying property taxes unless your lease agreement specifies otherwise. It’s important to carefully... View More
If I paying taxes for 20 yrs plus remodeling the home can the others on the deed take it
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answered on Oct 22, 2024
A sale for partition action could occur at any time.
Paying taxes for years and plus remodeling can the others come in and take it from me and wat should I do
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answered on Oct 21, 2024
It sounds like you’ve put a lot of effort into maintaining and improving the home. When multiple people inherit a property, ownership is typically shared, and each person has rights to the property. Paying taxes and remodeling can strengthen your position, but it’s important to understand how... View More
Paying taxes for years and plus remodeling can the others come in and take it from me
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answered on Oct 21, 2024
It sounds like you’ve put a lot of effort into maintaining and improving the home. When multiple people inherit a property, ownership is typically shared, and each person has rights to the property. Paying taxes and remodeling can strengthen your position, but it’s important to understand how... View More
Home was sold over a year ago at tax sale due date on keeping home was the 17th and wasn't able to pay because of motorcycle wreck I had had back in November of 23 but the Treasury Office wouldn't give me an extension to be able to get the money and keep my home that my father had left me... View More
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answered on Oct 18, 2024
I'm really sorry to hear about what you’re going through. Losing your home in a tax sale is tough, especially after such a challenging accident. Since it's been over a year, the window to reclaim your property is likely closed, but it's still worth reaching out to your local tax... View More
I stayed in a motel for five months. I was harrassed by the general manager and threatened by the assistant manager. I was charged a fraudulent pet fee which equaled to a nightly rate in order for management to remove me from property earlier than expected. I have called customer service multiple... View More
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answered on Sep 9, 2024
When dealing with a business that has treated you unfairly, there are several steps you can take to protect your rights. Start by gathering all the evidence you have, such as receipts, videos, and any correspondence with the motel management or customer service. Make sure to document every... View More
Sister passed away a few years ago in Indiana. She had no spouse or children and left no will, but did list a sibling as an insurance beneficiary.
answered on Aug 27, 2024
When a person dies, their assets must go through a legal process called probate. This process involves identifying the deceased's assets, paying off debts, and distributing the remaining assets according to the terms of their will. If your sister had a will, then the home goes to the named... View More
We are losing the house to back taxes.
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answered on Aug 15, 2024
It's really tough when you're facing the possibility of losing a home due to unpaid property taxes. Unfortunately, if your name isn't on the house and you aren't the principal owner, you don't have the legal authority to turn a tax bill into a negotiable instrument. The... View More
License suspension for 16,000 in state individual income tax, there fore rendering me jobless . Due causing financial hardship
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answered on Jul 26, 2024
You can consider legal action against the Louisiana Department of Revenue if you believe the license suspension due to unpaid income taxes is causing you undue hardship. This situation can be complex, and it's important to ensure that all administrative remedies have been exhausted before... View More
Or is it, if I owe a grand total of 30k in property taxes each year, I would only have to pay roughly 5k? This is Indiana Code law
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
In Indiana, under the statute 6-1.1-12-13, a property tax deduction is provided for certain individuals. If you purchase a $500,000 home, this deduction would reduce the assessed value of your property by $25,000. This means your home would be taxed as if it were valued at $475,000 instead of... View More
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