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Q: The 1924 Indian Citizenship Act was fraud because the Indians could not vote in 1925?

In 1924 nothing actually changed after the Indian Citizenship Act. The Indians were still treated as foreigners. They are called Black not which makes them look like Africans.

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answered on Feb 26, 2023

The 1924 Indian Citizenship Act was an important milestone in the history of the United States, as it granted citizenship to all Native Americans born in the United States, regardless of their tribal affiliation. The act was intended to rectify the legal and political status of Native Americans,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law and Business Law for Florida on
Q: Is it safe to give Stripe your Social security Number? Do I have to Pay taxes if I make no revenue?

Is it safe to give Stripe your Social security Number? In order for me to create an account with Stripe, I need to give it the last four digits of my ssn.

Back story I'm a minor wanting to start a business in Florida where you pick up dog poop from peoples' yards. I created a... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Jan 20, 2023

Florida doesn't have income taxes. The U.S. government does. I suggest you go to irs.gov, download a form 1040, and the instructions for that form. After reviewing those documents, you should have a better idea of how income tax works.

And no, if you make no money at all, you...
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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Business Formation and Business Law for Florida on
Q: Hi, if it takes up 8 weeks for my LLC to be processed by the state of florida do I have to wait until then to operate?
Keith Kanouse
Keith Kanouse
answered on Jan 5, 2023

My experience with filing Articles of Organization via e-fax is it becoming effective the next business day. I have never had to wait 8 weeks. When you file the Articles of Organization specify an effective date 5 business days before the filing date. See Section 605.0702 of the Florida Statutes.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Tax Law for Florida on
Q: Is it illegal for the Lawyer that closed on my house to just keep the past due tax money and did not pay the taxes.

This lawyer collected over 7 hundred dollars of tax money from both myself and the seller at the closing 15 July 2022 and as of 28 Nov. 2022 he still has not given the tax money to the Pinellas County government. Both my realtor and myself have tried for the past month to get him to pay the 2021... View More

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answered on Nov 30, 2022

If you believe the lawyer is mishandling funds entrusted to him, contact the Florida Bar Association. It is helpful to have written documentation of your requests to the attorney to turn over the funds as well as any responses from the attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law and Tax Law for Florida on
Q: I was unemployed for the year 2021. How do I file a late tax return for 2021? How does this correlate with i864?
Kevin L Dixler
Kevin L Dixler
answered on Nov 20, 2022

If you lacked earnings, then the USCIS may take an average of the annual income. However, if the petitioner remains unemployed during 2022, then the Service has been known to require a joint sponsor in some situations.

If this matter is an issue, then you ought to consider hiring an...
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2 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Tax Law, Business Law and Intellectual Property for Florida on
Q: We created a computer program that buys and sells Forex. We'd like to make sure we're legally following procedures.

We would like to take on clients to split the funds that the program makes from the buys/sells, but we want to be sure we do it the right way, legally and for tax reasons. We are researching resources to make sure we do this properly.

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answered on Oct 31, 2022

You might be considered a financial institution for purposes of US regulations. Since this app would have an online presence and an international reach, you'd need to ask this question in every jurisdiction where you process payments. it is likely you'll need more than one type of lawyer... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Tax Law for Florida on
Q: In NC, how could I get a friends property deed re-assigned to me, since my friend passed away? Are there forms for this?

none at this time.

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answered on Apr 29, 2024

I'm sorry for your loss. The process for transferring property after the owner has passed away depends on a few factors. Here is some general information, but you may need to consult with a probate attorney for guidance on your specific situation.

First, it depends on how the property...
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1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law and Tax Law for Florida on
Q: Civil mater regarding in property ownership circuit court judicial branch does a defendant have a right to a trail
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answered on Mar 28, 2024

In civil matters concerning property ownership within the jurisdiction of the circuit court's judicial branch, defendants do indeed have the right to a trial. This fundamental right is designed to ensure that all parties have an opportunity to present their case, including evidence and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Tax Law for Florida on
Q: defendants lawyer has been served with interrogatories and is past 30 days and no answers. what can I do they are

ignoring my follow up emails.

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answered on Dec 15, 2023

You have to file a Motion To Compel Discovery.

2 Answers | Asked in Tax Law for Florida on
Q: IF I WIN A SETTLEMENT OF 500.000, AND THE ATTORNEY FEE IS 40%, DO I PAY TAXES ON 300,000 I WOULD RECEIVE OR THE 500,000
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answered on Nov 15, 2023

Need more facts regarding the underlying claims. Feel free to schedule a consultation with us at www.taxworkoutgroup.com.

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2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Real Estate Law, Tax Law and Civil Litigation for Florida on
Q: “Having fully answered, defendant prays that the complaint be dismissed at plaintiffs cost”is what lawyer put in the

First paragraph while answering my complaint individually. Is that just a game they’re playing because I looked up some of their other cases and they say the same thing or is it a real motion that I need to defend?

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Oct 23, 2023

It appears to be a motion to dismiss. While they may put that language in many such motions, that fact doesn't make it any less a motion which you need to address.

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1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Land Use & Zoning, Real Estate Law and Tax Law for Florida on
Q: Why do we need an Estate Plan?
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answered on Jul 24, 2023

Call a FL attorney, tell them of your assets, liabilities, and family situation. Ask for advice about what to do, and possibly hire them to draft appropriate instruments.

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Florida on
Q: I am looking for an attorney to file a property lien in Pasco County.

I loaned a party some money to correct a property tax issue and and am doubting repayment. I do have a promissary note and I want to file a lien on 3 properties in Pasco County to ensure repayment. Can you do this? and I am elderly, housebound on a fixed income.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 18, 2023

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. It's difficult for attorneys here to offer their services - the format here is quick Q & A. If you search for attorneys to handle this, you could supplement your searches with the tab above (Find a... View More

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Q: When hiring a CPA , who is responsibile for knowing the law?

A person hires a CPA to produce an annual accounting, tax return etc. Who is repsonsible for knowing the laws? The client OR the CPA? Should the CPA provide the client with a questionaire PRIOR to completing any services to eliminate missing information that the client may not know would be... View More

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answered on May 17, 2023

Both. Yes.

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Q: My niece is both an American citizen and German citizen. she was born in the USA and went back to Germany at age of 5.

she has never worked in America and has only worked in Germany. Does she need to file an American tax return?

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Apr 26, 2023

Yes, as a U.S. citizen, all of her income, regardless of where it was earned, is subject to United States income tax.

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Q: I just bought a house and the property taxes wernt paid when it was in the last owners name… am I now responsible to pay
Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Apr 24, 2023

Yes, you are responsible. But had you done the purchase properly, the seller would have been required to see that the taxes were paid upon closing. You might want to ask the mortgage lender, if there is one, why the taxes weren't taken care of.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Real Estate Law and Tax Law for Florida on
Q: if my Treaty guarantees me rights to hunt and fish can the state stop me?

The state wants to give me a ticket for hunting and fishing after the Treaty of Middle Plantation gave me rights. What should I do?

Barbara Billiot Stage
Barbara Billiot Stage
answered on Feb 7, 2023

Yes, that treaty was signed with the British government and tribes in Virginia in 1677. It was with specific tribes located in Virginia. Florida was not a British colony during this time.

1 Answer | Asked in Land Use & Zoning, Libel & Slander, Real Estate Law and Tax Law for Florida on
Q: Can I do a counter claim against the personal rep over a Estate ?

My Aunt ( Linda ) passed away with NO kids or husband, her mother was alive (at the time) Linda, had no Will, in Polk County. Therefore I was told this estate rolled into my grandmothers Estate ( Marcele ) in Hillsbrough County. My Uncle ( Joseph ) told me that I did not have to worry that all I... View More

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Feb 4, 2023

The advice that you need is obtained by scheduling a consultation with a probate attorney. If you have inheritance rights that are being disregarded, you may contest the probate case. Act quickly.

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Q: I moved from NC to FL & work/live in FL but haven't changed my drivers license. Will I have to pay NC state income tax?

I recently moved from NC to FL and will be living and working in FL for the next 3+ years while my husband is in school but don't want to change my license and car as we plan to move back to NC at the end of his school. I will not be working or living in NC during this time but I am afraid I... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Jan 30, 2023

Florida doesn't have income tax. So, the question remaining is whether you still have to pay income tax to North Carolina. Probably not, but to be sure you should ask this question in Justia > Ask a Lawyer > North Carolina > Tax Law.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Tax Law and Business Law for Florida on
Q: I have a LLC in Florida for a service I provide. Do I need licenses to provide that service outside of Florida?

I am a yacht teak deck installation specialist. I have an LLC in Florida for this service. This is a service only and does not involve the selling or reselling of anything. Usually I am sub contracted by other teak decking companies. I have some contract work along the West Coast lined up in... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Jan 9, 2023

You would have to check those other jurisdictions.

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