For example, "Green Horn Retail" and "Green Horn Warehouse" or "Green Horn Retail Warehouse"
answered on Feb 4, 2024
In Texas, the need to register a separate Doing Business As (DBA) for variations of your business name depends on how you intend to operate these entities. If "Green Horn Retail" and "Green Horn Warehouse" or "Green Horn Retail Warehouse" are operating as distinct... View More
For example, "Green Horn Retail" and "Green Horn Warehouse" or "Green Horn Retail Warehouse"
answered on Feb 1, 2024
In Texas, if you are operating multiple businesses under variations of the same base name, such as "Green Horn Retail" and "Green Horn Warehouse," you may not necessarily need to register each one as a separate Doing Business As (DBA) entity, especially if they are operated as... View More
In court through the AIG, we agreed to claim every other year. But he was supposed to keep the child so I didn't pay for daycare. I keep child on his days while he works and pay for daycare 2 days a week. If child is sick I keep the child. If his other child is sick I have to keep our child. I... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2024
In Texas, as in other states, the agreement to claim a child on taxes alternating years is a common arrangement. However, the requirement to split the tax return or any refund with the other parent is not automatically implied by this agreement and typically must be specified in your custody or... View More
In court through the AIG, we agreed to claim every other year. But he was supposed to keep the child so I didn't pay for daycare. I keep child on his days while he works and pay for daycare 2 days a week. If child is sick I keep the child. If his other child is sick I have to keep our child. I... View More
answered on Jan 31, 2024
Unless and until modified by a court order, you should continue to follow the prior agreed order that you each claim the child every other year.
The facts you have stated in your question may be relevant in a suit to modify the prior agreed order. But until a judge signs a new order,... View More
primarily used as temporary living quarters for travel
It's built on a single chassis mounted on wheels
has a gross trailer area in the set-up mode of 399 square feet
is certified by the manufacturer as complying with American National Standards Institute Standard A119.5.
answered on Jan 30, 2024
Based on the information you have provided, it seems that your park model home qualifies as a recreational vehicle under Texas law. As per the Texas Property Tax Code Sec. 11.14, recreational vehicles do not need to be appraised as an improvement to real property if:
1) It is primarily... View More
I have always paid taxes but I live out of town so my son's wife who owns the lot next to my property cuts the grass like it's hers. Can she take it away and claim i abandoned it?
answered on Jan 30, 2024
In Texas, simply paying property taxes on your land does not automatically protect it from claims of adverse possession, especially if you have abandoned the property and have not maintained it. Adverse possession, commonly known as "squatter’s rights," allows someone to claim ownership... View More
I have always paid taxes but I live out of town so my son's wife who owns the lot next to my property cuts the grass like it's hers. Can she take it away and claim i abandoned it?
answered on Jan 30, 2024
No, someone cannot legally take your property or claim you abandoned it simply because you have been absent or failed to maintain it. As long as you continue paying property taxes and possess valid title, ownership and rights remain legally yours regardless of occupancy, use or condition.... View More
He thought this was paid 30 yrs ago. He’s always paid taxes but just heard about this about 5 yrs ago. The lawyers won’t tell us anything. We think we’re paying more in interest than the loan ever was. He just keeps getting his tax refund taken.
answered on Jan 22, 2024
In situations where there is uncertainty about the status of an old student loan, it's important to gather as much information as possible. The first step is to request a detailed statement from the IRS or the lawyers handling the case, outlining the original amount of the loan, any payments... View More
W4 on late husband last pay, I think it was a mistake made and possibly corrected by employer. May I get advice on where I should take this in order to get advice and if it's a possible payout. Thank you,
answered on Jan 11, 2024
A W-4 form, also known as an Employee's Withholding Certificate, is used by employers in the United States to determine how much federal income tax to withhold from an employee's paycheck. It's based on the employee's filing status, number of dependents, and any additional tax... View More
answered on Jan 8, 2024
In your situation, withholding rent due to an unresolved issue with taxes can be legally complicated and might not be the best initial course of action. Tenant rights and landlord responsibilities vary by location, and specific laws in Austin, Texas, govern these matters.
Firstly,... View More
I got hired by Xerox Corp. as a full time employee, however, I never received an email to complete my W4. No Orientation Day existed. I have received my first 3 paychecks through direct deposit but had no access to my paystubs until I figured it out later. When I got access to my paystubs I notice... View More
answered on Dec 11, 2023
I can't see how you have been substantially harmed by the company withholding a larger amount for income taxes since any overpayment will be refunded to you when you file your taxes. At best, you might be entitled to the interest you would have been able to earn on the difference between the... View More
She lives in TX, paid the taxes on it every year, but isn't sure what she needs to do to be able to sell it.
answered on Nov 27, 2023
Houses aren't probated. Estates are probated.
A key question is who owns the house. If the house was purchased during the marriage of your mom and father-in-law, it most likely is community property.
When your F-I-L died, your mom owned 50% as her community property and... View More
She lives in TX, paid the taxes on it every year, but isn't sure what she needs to do to be able to sell it.
answered on Dec 25, 2023
In Texas, if your mother-in-law wants to claim ownership and sell a property after her husband's death in 2007, she will likely need to go through the probate process. Even though she has been paying the property taxes, probate is necessary to legally transfer the title of the property to her... View More
answered on Nov 1, 2023
the term "tax ID number" refers to the Comptroller's taxpayer number (CTN). It is used for state tax purposes, such as filing state tax returns and paying state taxes.
The terms "serial number" and "registration number" can also refer to tax ID numbers,... View More
Dog training private lessons
answered on Oct 19, 2023
In Texas, you would generally need a business or corporate lawyer to assist with forming an LLC for your dog training private lessons business. These lawyers specialize in issues like entity formation, contracts, and compliance with state and federal laws. Some may also have experience specific to... View More
The original return was accepted by the IRS and I was given a refund check (which I cashed) despite the error. I didn't submit an amended return until after the filing due date in April and I ended up owing the IRS just under $200 according to the electronic filing service that I use.... View More
answered on Oct 2, 2023
While you technically “can” be, it is highly unlikely that the IRS will pursue anything under the circumstances. File an amended return voluntarily with correct information is very strong evidence of it being a mistake rather than an intentional act of deception.
There is a potential part-time consulting job that would require software for the next round of the pitch. Also, I am spending thousands in due diligence on a potential private investment. I look to do more of these kinds of deals even if these don't work. If I register an LLC, can I deduct... View More
answered on Sep 14, 2023
Yes, you can generally register an LLC and deduct business expenses, even if no revenue is generated immediately. The IRS allows deductions for ordinary and necessary expenses incurred while actively pursuing a business, which includes startup and operational costs. However, it's crucial to... View More
I had no idea that by living in Texas that my gambling winnings in Oklahoma would be taxed by the state. After receiving a letter that I owed 2018 taxes, I did lots of research into the new law enacted in 2021. For that year alone I’ll owe almost $36000 which, is impossible for me to pay. I need... View More
answered on Sep 14, 2023
The ability of the Oklahoma Tax Commission to require retroactive payment on gambling winnings for out-of-state individuals can depend on various factors, including the specific laws and regulations in place at the time of the winnings and any changes made by new legislation. It's essential to... View More
12,000 acre ranch was left to the community for the purpose of maintaining and funding the local hospital. The ranch also gets proceeds from natural gas royalties and leasing out hunting. For years they have raised and sold livestock to benefit the hospital. New board member states this is illegal
answered on Sep 14, 2023
The legality of raising and selling livestock to fund a local hospital on a community-owned ranch depends on the terms and conditions set forth in the original bequest or trust that left the ranch to the community. If the bequest explicitly permits such activities for hospital funding, it may be... View More
I am a contracted 1099 worker and the company I work for deducts their commission/service fee off my check (I Pay them a percentage for their services). At the end of the year it is not reflected in my earnings so it lowers my taxable income. I have other expenses through them that ARE reflected in... View More
answered on Sep 14, 2023
Yes, you can typically claim the commission you pay to the company as a business expense deduction on your taxes, even if it's not reflected in your earnings on the 1099 form. It's not considered a double deduction because you are essentially reporting your gross income and then deducting... View More
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