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1 Answer | Asked in Gaming and Tax Law for Tennessee on
Q: How are gambling winnings taxed? Specifically sports betting. Is it a cumulative total or is each bet handled seaparatel

I use about 6 different sportsbooks and win quite frequently. Are winnings throughout the year totaled up and taxed totally? Or does each bet have to be over a certain amount? Also, are you able to deduct losses from taxable winnings?

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answered on Jan 4, 2024

In Tennessee, as in other states, gambling winnings are generally considered taxable income. This includes winnings from sports betting. The IRS requires all gambling winnings to be reported on your tax return.

The taxation of your winnings depends on the total amount you win over the year,...
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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Education Law, Tax Law and Business Law for Tennessee on
Q: If a school official lied to defraud parents of an account balance or charge, is that criminal?

A school sponsored, parent funded, non-profit school support organization has been asked to pay an amount that is not correct and accounting is wrong. The school sponsor is the only person allowed to handle the budget and pay vendors. The sponsor informed parents the charge was less than what it... View More

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answered on Dec 25, 2023

If a school official intentionally provided false information about finances to defraud parents, this could potentially be considered criminal behavior. In your situation, if the school sponsor misled parents about the actual costs and required additional payments under false pretenses, it may... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Real Estate Law, Tax Law and Constitutional Law for Tennessee on
Q: TN. Homestead Rights disregarded of a Surviving Spouse of 23yr marriage, 16 year primary resident of 100% Debt FreeHome

The court and the executor and the executor's attorney are all denying that he is entitled Homestead. Writes, they basically are claiming like those rights. Don't exist that these are a fabrication that he does not know what he's talking about. There are no Homestead rights that a... View More

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answered on Dec 11, 2024

Marriage alone does not generate a Homestead Exemption. Hire a lawyer to search the title to determine ownership, and examine Will for a Contest. It does not sound good. Surviving Spouse needs a lawyer to claim a year's worth of support by Statute.

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Employment Law, Civil Rights and Employment Discrimination for Tennessee on
Q: I was taxed 3 times on on an already taxed (by the company) amount of $120. They taxed me 20 %

I was taxed 3 times on a my paycheck due to them missing 9 hours off of my paycheck. The remedy they had was to pay me for the time they missed off my check (all OT hours) in Cash in which they had taxed themselves and then put the hours on my next week's paycheck causing me to pay even higher... View More

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answered on Oct 8, 2024

I'm sorry you're experiencing these payroll issues. Start by gathering all your pay stubs, cash receipts, and any written communication with your employer about your pay. This documentation will be crucial when addressing the discrepancies.

Reach out to the Tennessee Department of...
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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Employment Law, Real Estate Law and Tax Law for Tennessee on
Q: I'm trying to find the TN TCA CODES for 2001

TCAST- 040999. From 2001 TN TCA CODES

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answered on Oct 7, 2024

There is not a different code for each year. Find the chapters for the Statutes addressing most of the law you are looking for. Then read the end of each Statute for revisions. Start with the present TCA, then look for any changes made from 2002 forward. The older law will apply in 2001.

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Tax Law and Arbitration / Mediation Law for Tennessee on
Q: On a auto loan, can the lender charge a flat $10.81 a day for 6 years? Because that's over 24 thousand..

Got a car loan traded my car for another and got 6 thousand dollars down payment the loan is 6yrs for 27k but I just read that the company charges me $10.81 a day no matter what turning my 27k car loan into over 40k, please tell me that's illegal if it's not then the system is so messed... View More

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answered on Sep 26, 2024

It sounds like you're dealing with an auto loan that may have unexpected terms. Charging a flat fee of $10.81 a day for six years is essentially a per diem interest rate, which would accumulate a large amount over time. If your loan agreement does mention this type of daily charge, it's... View More

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Q: I owe land taxes on my mom and Dad's home that have passed and I live in the home if I don't pay at least 800 next week

What can I do to stop this if it goes up for auction I will be homeless please help me

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answered on Aug 19, 2024

CH 13 bankruptcy might cure the tax problem. Or you might want to quickly sell it to someone if you have title. Even Redemption might be a problem later if you do not have a clear title.

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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law and Consumer Law for Tennessee on
Q: How do I remedy a hotel not refunding my hotel tax in Nashville TN for our family staying at hotel for almost 60 days?

We were shopping at a thrift store in South Nashville about 60 days ago when our vehicle broke down and we began staying at the hotel directly next door since then still trying to fix our vehicle. When we've asked for. Printout of our stay it took us five days to get it and it does not... View More

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answered on Aug 13, 2024

First, gather all the evidence you have, including any receipts, photos of the hotel conditions, and any communications with the hotel staff. Since the hotel hasn't provided a proper receipt, document your attempts to obtain one, noting dates and times of your requests. This documentation will... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Tennessee on
Q: How do I access excess proceeds from tax sale in Knox County Tennessee
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answered on Aug 12, 2024

To access excess proceeds from a tax sale in Knox County, Tennessee, you need to follow a specific process. First, confirm that the property was sold for an amount exceeding the tax debt, as this surplus is what you're entitled to claim. The Knox County Trustee’s Office or the Chancery Court... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Tennessee on
Q: When living in Tennessee: 1. Are Life Insurance payouts exempt from Federal/Tennessee taxes?

2. Are proceeds from selling a home in Florida exempt from Federal/Tennessee taxes?

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answered on Oct 11, 2023

Life Insurance is exempt from TN taxes and creditors. But the US will sometime tax them although rarely. FL property sale income is a capital gain usually subject to US taxes. TN does not have an income tax.

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Gov & Administrative Law, Real Estate Law and Tax Law for Tennessee on
Q: I have a estate questions in the state of Tennesse

Owner of properties deceased 10 years no probate. No immediate family. Unmarried partner of 40;years lives and pays taxes on all property and upkeep . Is she entitled to property transfer in her name?

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answered on Aug 14, 2023

She might be, yes, but there are facts missing from your description that could make a difference. Plus, it is not automatic. She would have to go to court to prove her claim. She should schedule a consultation with a real estate litigation attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Family Law and Tax Law for Tennessee on
Q: State collecting debt

My mother passed recently and was put in nursing home in June 2020. Signed up for personal choice with State and also had Medicare. However nursing home bills are paid but State saying I’m responsible for my mother debt they paid while in nursing home. I am unaware of this debt? Now they want... View More

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answered on Jun 14, 2023

Hire an attorney for advice on asset protection, exemptions, and also prepare to defend against the State's probable lawsuit.

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Q: How long does a land tax have to be delinquent for them to sell off your property

Supposing the land was sold without any notice and without any chance of redemption until the last minute

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answered on May 19, 2023

Each County Trustee gets the County Attorney to do tax sales at different delinquency periods. If you want to set aside a sale, hire an attorney now. Redemption period may not have run yet, but then you have to have the money to redeem.

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Real Estate Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: A man came to my door fraudulently claiming to be a tax assesor informed me that he was here to do building

And structure measurements to be certain the county had the correct information .I only agreed because he claimed to be the tax assessor. I became suspicious and called the county assessor and was informed that he had not been here since 2021.i later discovered he was hired by my neighbor posing as... View More

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answered on Apr 19, 2023

Those are crimes which need to be reported to the Sheriff. Be ready to give specific information.

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Estate Planning and Real Estate Law for Tennessee on
Q: If I was left a house in a quit claim deed, does the house count as inherited? How does it affect capital gains taxes?

My uncle's house was listed in the will, but I thought the quit claim deed signed just before he died 4 months ago would keep us out of probate. I'm going through probate anyway since my name wasn't on some accounts (I am the sole inheritor). I'm trying to sell the house but I... View More

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answered on Apr 4, 2023

That is quite unfortunate. If your uncle deeded the house to you during his lifetime, as a lifetime gift, then your basis is the same as whatever his basis was (the amount he paid for it plus capital improvements). This is called carryover basis. If the house has appreciated in value since he... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Tax Law and Real Estate Law for Tennessee on
Q: Re: Administratively Dissolved HOA Has Land Deeds On 4 Open Space Lots All Have Easements-Land Tax Is Due Who Owes

Majority of Homeowners didn't pay dues, demanded that the Developer close the HOA, Developer Transferred the HOA to the homeowners.

Homeowners didn't do anything with it, did not form a board and more or less ignored transfer.

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answered on Mar 2, 2023

If the common areas are part of a condominium, then those homeowners are responsible for the taxes. If they are roads, then dedicated to the County and no taxes. Reconstitute the HOA, and probably need to pay taxes. Developer and the old HOA could possibly be sued, but doubtful. HOA might... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Tax Law and Environmental for Tennessee on
Q: Would a trust or live real estate (lifetime dowry) be a better option?

200 acre farm . Friendly divorce. Both parents reside on farm in separate homes. Plan to survey 20 acres for each parent for sole ownership. Want the children to have the remainder of the land so no future partners can claim ownership. Parents plan to continue to pay taxes on land until children... View More

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answered on Feb 20, 2023

Absolutely hire a competent TN attorney to draft that future interests deed which might include a class gift remainder. Apparently you will need three enforceable deeds. Do not even think of a title co. Lawyer will need to draft three new legal descriptions from the survey plat, and not... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Tax Law for Tennessee on
Q: I just had my house sold for back taxes. Do I need a tax lawyer or a real estate lawyer?

I need to know more information about how this process works.

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answered on Jan 17, 2023

Specialization will not help. Hire a competent TN attorney to examine your Redemption Rights, and possibly exercise them. It will not be cheap and probably difficult. But if you want your home back, get in gear. Time is of the essence.

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law and Civil Litigation for Tennessee on
Q: I am being harassed by an RTO shed owner that went out of business and has taken me to court and I have been told by the

And I have been told by a good source that he's just doing this to make me pay for something I did not do I want to sue

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answered on Jan 3, 2023

Have you been served with a civil warrant? If not, you might forget about it until sued. Generally a 6 yr SOL. If worried, then make him a cash offer if you received a shed.

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Q: When the deed is transferred and completed who has claim to the excess funds paid at the tax sale?

Previous owner cannot be found and there are no liens on the property

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answered on Jul 25, 2022

Either the titled owner who lost the property or his heirs. It is not the purchaser at the tax sale.

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