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

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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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answered on Jun 19, 2024

To start a business on Printify, which is a print-on-demand platform, you may need to consider the following licenses, certifications, and tax requirements:

1. Business structure: Decide on the legal structure of your business (sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, or corporation). This... View More

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answered on May 7, 2024

There are a few strategies your mother-in-law could consider to minimize tax liability on the inherited land:

1. Step-up in basis: If she holds onto the property until her death, her children will receive a "step-up" in cost basis to the fair market value at the time of her death.... View More

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answered on Apr 18, 2024

The laws regarding tax sale property surplus funds and the fees that third-party companies can charge for assisting owners in claiming those funds vary by state and jurisdiction. Many states do have limits on the fees that can be charged, but the specifics differ.

For example:

1. In... View More

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answered on Apr 7, 2024

Based on the information provided, it seems your daughter's tax situation is as follows:

1. She is a permanent resident of Indiana (IN) for tax purposes.

2. She earned income in Illinois (IL) while attending college there.

3. Her W-2 forms show that Illinois state taxes... View More

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answered on Mar 2, 2024

No, if your girlfriend gets married in 2023, her mother will no longer be able to claim her as a dependent on her tax return.

Once a person is married, they cannot be claimed as a dependent by another taxpayer, regardless of age, student status, or amount earned. The IRS rules state that a... View More

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answered on Feb 28, 2024

In Indiana, the process for claiming tax deed surplus funds is guided by specific legal regulations. Generally, the original owner or their legal representative has the right to submit an application for the return of surplus funds. This means that an individual, on behalf of the former owner, can... View More

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answered on Feb 25, 2024

Based on the agreement you signed with the prosecutor, you still need to meet the requirement of being caught up a certain percentage on child support in order to claim the children on taxes, even though your ex has temporarily stopped the formal child support order.

The key factors here... View More

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answered on Jan 26, 2024

I'm truly sorry to hear about your loss. In terms of filing taxes for your granddaughter, there are a few key points to consider. First, if you have legally adopted your granddaughter or are her legal guardian, you may be able to claim her as a dependent on your tax return. This depends on... View More

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answered on Jan 22, 2024

Regarding your student loan forgiveness in Indiana under the IDR (Income-Driven Repayment) adjustment, it's important to understand how state tax laws apply. The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 exempts forgiven student loans from federal income tax between January 1, 2021, and December 31,... View More

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answered on Jan 7, 2024

For a single person on disability, the ability to claim a child on taxes and potentially receive more in tax benefits than what they put in depends on several factors. These include their income level, the amount of Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) they... View More

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answered on Jan 3, 2024

In your case, dealing with a Texas Series LLC owning rental properties in Indiana, the registration with the Indiana Secretary of State (SOS) requires careful consideration. The Series LLC structure is unique in that it allows for separate series or cells within a single LLC, each with its own... View More

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answered on Dec 25, 2023

Claiming exemption on your W-4 form for 2024 means that no federal income tax will be withheld from your paycheck for that year. However, this does not exempt you from the legal obligation to file a tax return if your income exceeds the IRS filing threshold.

If you choose not to file your... View More

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answered on Dec 25, 2023

In this scenario, the money received from tenants to cover the mortgage is typically considered rental income and should be reported to the IRS. The key factor isn't the amount received but rather the fact that payment is made for the use of the property.

As for whose taxes it should... View More

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answered on Oct 24, 2025

In Indiana, there are no state-level limits or taxes on monetary gifts to family members, but federal gift tax rules still apply. Under federal law, you can give up to a certain amount per recipient each year without having to file a gift tax return. For the 2025 tax year, the federal annual... View More

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answered on Oct 6, 2025

Buying property in Egypt as a U.S. citizen is possible, but there are specific **restrictions and legal conditions** you need to understand before proceeding. Foreigners are allowed to own up to two properties in Egypt for personal use, but the total land area cannot exceed **4,000 square meters**.... View More

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answered on Sep 8, 2025

You can request official documentation from the IRS to show that your tax refunds from 2008-2013 were intercepted. Start by submitting a **Form 4506-T** to the IRS, which allows you to obtain a transcript of your tax account. This transcript can show refund amounts and any offsets applied to... View More

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answered on Sep 1, 2025

Filing a joint tax return without your consent is considered fraudulent, and you have the right to challenge it. Since you already contacted the IRS, you should follow up by filing Form 14039 (Identity Theft Affidavit) to report that your return was filed improperly. You can also submit your own... View More

Without seeing the full deeds and the purchase contract, together with any amendments to that contract, any answer would just be a guess.

Please see a local real estate lawyer and ask them to give you an informed opinion after obtaining and reviewing all of the facts.

Good luck.