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2 Answers | Asked in Tax Law, Collections and Municipal Law for Connecticut on
Q: I just received a letter from a collection agency for a tax bill from 2009/2010, that I have never been notified of

I had an accountant that was in charge of things, who is now in federal prison and has cost me 22,000 over this time and now I’m looking at another 9,300. Can I do anything? I live in this town and am in there to pay ALL of my taxes a couple of times a year. Not once was I ever told about this

Barry W. Kaufman
Barry W. Kaufman
answered on Mar 21, 2024

OK, well, either you owe the tax bill because the accountant didn't pay it, or he paid it and the government is wrong. The one thing that is clear is that you cannot rely on "my accountant handled it" to avoid paying a valid tax bill. I think the best course of action is to retain an... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Tax Law, Collections and Municipal Law for Connecticut on
Q: I just received a letter from a collection agency for a tax bill from 2009/2010, that I have never been notified of

I had an accountant that was in charge of things, who is now in federal prison and has cost me 22,000 over this time and now I’m looking at another 9,300. Can I do anything? I live in this town and am in there to pay ALL of my taxes a couple of times a year. Not once was I ever told about this

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answered on Mar 21, 2024

Firstly, it's important to verify the legitimacy of the collection notice by contacting the tax authority directly, rather than relying on the collection agency's word alone. If the debt is legitimate, request a detailed statement and check it against your own records. You have rights... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: I am due to inherit land in PR and I live in CT. What will my tax/legal responsibilities be not being a resident of PR?
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answered on Jan 19, 2024

As a resident of Connecticut inheriting land in Puerto Rico, your tax and legal responsibilities may involve considerations in both jurisdictions. Inheritance tax laws vary, and Puerto Rico, as a U.S. territory, has its own tax regulations. Generally, Puerto Rico does not impose a state or federal... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Tax Law and Real Estate Law for Connecticut on
Q: Long Term Capital Loss for Inherited Property Sold by a Living Trust

My sister and I inherited our mother's condo in CT which was held in a Living Trust. The Trust sold the property and issued a 1099S for the sale. My sister and I each received half of the proceeds. There were no other assets in the Trust, and there was no income generated since the condo... View More

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answered on Aug 10, 2024

When you inherit property through a living trust, it typically receives a step-up in basis to the fair market value at the time of your mother’s death. This means that any capital gain or loss is based on the difference between the sale price and this stepped-up value. The treatment of losses,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Tax Law, Traffic Tickets and Admiralty / Maritime for Connecticut on
Q: “Cash price” means the total amount in dollars at which the seller and buyer agreed the seller would transfer unqualifie

“Cash price” means the total amount in dollars at which the seller and buyer agreed the seller would transfer unqualified title to the goods, if the transaction were a cash sale instead of a sale under a retail installment contract.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 23, 2021

A Connecticut attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for five weeks. There didn't appear to be a question, but possibly an outlining of terms or definitions in a contract. You may have resolved the matter by now, but if not, you could reach out to Connecticut attorneys... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: In Conn., are there taxes that have to be paid upon inheritance of Real Estate?

My husband is concerned about a tax he says he will have to pay upon his parents death in order to inherit the real estate they are leaving him in their will. I live in North Carolina but have not had any experience with the inheritance of Real Estate and so have no idea what he is referring to and... View More

Linda Simmons Campbell
Linda Simmons Campbell
answered on Mar 2, 2020

If the estate is worth more than 2.6 million dollars then he will need to pay estate taxes.

2 Answers | Asked in Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: Do I owe half of a 2018 tax bill?

My ex-husband and I just got a tax bill from 2018, that says we owe money based on discrepancies with what we reported as our joint income. In 2018, I worked only part-time, making less than $10,000 a year. Our divorce was finalized in December 2019. Do I owe half of the owed taxes from 2018, since... View More

Linda Simmons Campbell
Linda Simmons Campbell
answered on Feb 23, 2020

When you file jointly you are both jointly and individually liable. This means the IRS can come after one or both of you for the debt. You may have a good innocent spouse relief (ISR) case but without further details it is impossible to say for sure. Most of us offer a free consultation and can... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Probate and Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: My husband discovered someone with similar name is on his taxes and his property is in probate. What should he do?

Can someone probate someone else's property ? The names are similar except the middle name. My husband is alive and well and is the owner of the property. How can this happen and what are the processes to remedy this huge problem ? Thank you.

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answered on Nov 23, 2019

Start by contacting the attorney handling he probate and point out the error. Start with a phone call and follow up with a letter. Have an attorney review the response to ensure it is sufficient and satisfactory.

2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law and Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: I was wondering how a federal lien in ct for his unpaid corporation employee taxes is filed on a marital property .

I never have been involved in business , not aware employee taxes not being paid, nor this would make him liable( us liable)

D. Mathew Blackburn
D. Mathew Blackburn
answered on Sep 20, 2019

Employment taxes are the personal responsibility of any responsible party.

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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: I filed a NOL for TY2015 in March 2019, that allows the NOL to be carried to closed TY's 2013/2014, The IRS processed &

refunded, but CT says it is passed statute of limitations. What can I do to argue this?

Bruce Alexander Minnick
Bruce Alexander Minnick
answered on Jul 31, 2019

The statute of limitations controlling net operating losses can (and very often is) be very different for the federal government as it is for the several states; look it up.

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: State Of CT garnishing wages . How can I file for financial hardship
Linda Simmons Campbell
Linda Simmons Campbell
answered on May 23, 2019

The State of Ct is very difficult to work with when trying to settle a tax debt. You can try working it out on your own by going to court or seeking a collection alternative but it may be very difficult. I recommend calling a tax attorney in Connecticut to discuss your problem in depth. Most of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: I am filing a CT Gen Stat 12-119 against my town without an attorney. Beyond the form my complaint is 5 double spaced

Is that too long and are there requirements re margins, etc.

Bruce Alexander Minnick
Bruce Alexander Minnick
answered on May 7, 2019

Go to the Internet and search around for a complaint filed by someone else in Connecticut, and use it as a guide.

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: If one person signed a quick claim deed and the house is sold as a short sale, do both parties split 1099 tax amount

My ex quick claimed the house. I had to sell it per our decree and it sold as a short sale. Liens that we’re in both of our names were paid off at time of sale. My attorney said we should split the 80k 1099 my ex claims I’m responsible.

Bruce Alexander Minnick
Bruce Alexander Minnick
answered on Apr 14, 2019

Look closely at your divorce decree and then call you divorce lawyer--again. If the decree says you get the house, then you get the house and everything that goes with it.

2 Answers | Asked in Tax Law, Identity Theft and White Collar Crime for Connecticut on
Q: The IRS says that I received $29,000 and taxed me for it. I never received this money, what to do?

The IRS transcripts say that a fund in my name was sold from a Fidelity account. I have never had an account of any sort with Fidelity or any financial company at all. I was given the name and address of the seller. This action seems like fraud perpetrated as a Trust. How do I get a copy of the... View More

Bruce Alexander Minnick
Bruce Alexander Minnick
answered on Apr 3, 2019

Since the IRS rarely makes mistakes of this size (trust me), you are advised to consult an experienced lawyer to help you find out what happened and then to advise you what to do about it. In today's world of high-tech communication-- and rampant bank fraud-- you do not need a Connecticut tax... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: I got a letter from the IRS saying I have to return the earned income credit. We have joint custody but I have him more

I got a letter from the IRS saying I have to return the earned income credit. My ex wife has “custodial custody” although according to our divorce we share joint physical custody. I have my son 4 days and 4 nights a week, retaining primary physical custody. Isn’t in my right to claim my him... View More

D. Mathew Blackburn
D. Mathew Blackburn
answered on Mar 14, 2019

File an appeal and present your evidence. Just remember the IRS rules and your state custody laws are not the same.

1 Answer | Asked in Foreclosure and Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: How to get help for foreclosure do to back taxes . I'm trying to get relief writTen Statues Section 49-31d to 49-31i

How can I acquire these forms? Thank You

Linda Simmons Campbell
Linda Simmons Campbell
answered on Jan 17, 2019

Go to the Connecticut Judicial Branch website. Under the Public tab you will see forms. Do a search for the forms that you need. If you cannot find the form you need you can try calling the courthouse. Some of the Court Clerks are more helpful than others. Try calling them and see if they can... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: It was just determined yesterday that our property assessment (house) was being taxed on a structure size that was drawn

on the assessor's card as being approx. 400 sq. ft. larger than the actual house size. Based on 12-60 are we entitled to a reimbursement of the past three years?

Nicole M. Camporeale
Nicole M. Camporeale
answered on Jan 15, 2019

Contact the town assessor's office to ask this question of the assessor. The property should be reassessed. If it was incorrect they may answer that question for you.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law, Tax Law and Social Security for Connecticut on
Q: Is there any way to get a temporary SSN ?

Hi, I have a question about the authorization to work.

I am in a process to get the permanent residence, because my husband is an american citizen, but I have been waiting for the SSN around three months and I have not received anything yet. So, is there any way to get a temporary SSN... View More

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answered on Aug 28, 2018

Once you get the work authorization, you can apply for a social security number. It may take four or five months to get the work authorization.

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: As a CT full time resident, If you don't owe any taxes, is a CT return required?

CT is now threatening an audit

Linda Simmons Campbell
Linda Simmons Campbell
answered on May 11, 2018

If you had income you need to file a return whether or not taxes are due. Frequently it looks to the State on paper that you owe because they do not have access to all of your documents. It is better to file then to be audited and have the State file for you.

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: I work 1 month/yr as an independent contractor. Must I pay quarterly estimated taxes? Or just the quarter I work?

This 1 month job is my only income. I do this job in the US as a US citizen, but most of the year I live abroad with no income. I missed the January payment.... What is the correct way to pay taxes for this income?

Linda Simmons Campbell
Linda Simmons Campbell
answered on Mar 11, 2018

The rule for estimated payments is as follows:

If a taxpayer is required to pay estimated payments they will owe a an underwithholding penalty it they do not pay estimated taxes. They can avoid this penalty if they owe less than $1,000 in tax (after any withholdings or credits) or if they...
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