Anthony M. Avery Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Jul 14, 2025

Who has the vested remainder interest? That remainderman should sue the other interested parties for a Sale For Partition. If you are a remainderman, then ask the Court for a return of your contributions to your share from the common fund proceeds. You might or might not get reimbursed.... View More

The extension of credit through what is to the lender a new loan to you is a matter addressed to the discretion of the lender based upon your ability to qualify (ability to pay) for a new loan from that lender. You alone cannot force that to happen.

That said, you can explore a possible... View More

There are two methods by which you can obtain ownership to property by paying back taxes: though a al tax sale or through adverse possession. In a tax sale, you will purchase the property at auction, and a deed-holder will have one year to redeem the property (pay you back) to save his interest in... View More

The IRS considers several factors in determining whether an organization qualifies as a "church" for purposes of tax-exempt status including whether the organization has an established place of worship. That does not necessarily mean a permanent building of its own.

The IRS... View More

In a word, "yes". There are definitely tax implications and very often differences between selling real property during the original owner's lifetime vs. after their death. An online post cannot analyze what your specific tax consequences would be in either case (it is more of a... View More

The fact that the beneficiary was changed after your Grandpa's death certainly raises issues. Your uncle's power of attorney would not have been in effect, if the principal was already deceased because death of the principal would negate the power of attorney. This raises questions of... View More

If you co-own a home in Florida with your ex-girlfriend and contributed funds from the sale of an inherited property, you have several legal options to recover your investment—despite being barred from the property due to a restraining order.

Because your name is on the deed, you are... View More

You have two distinct but connected issues here: (1) recovering your investment in the co-owned home despite the restraining order, and (2) potential IRS tax consequences related to the sale of the inherited property.

1. Recovering Your Investment in the Co-Owned Home (Florida)

Even... View More

Generally, there are 2 steps that would need to be completed from a procedural stand point for the transfer. #1 Review the COAs governing documents to identify what requirements are needed for transfer. Usually, you will need COA approval to transfer ownership interest. So make sure to comply with... View More

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answered on Jun 15, 2025

Your husband could face arrest and criminal prosecution for not paying taxes for 10 years as a 1099 employee if the IRS determines his failure was willful and egregious. However, if he voluntarily files his returns and works with the IRS to resolve his liabilities before being notified of a... View More

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answered on Jun 14, 2025

Hello. In short, no. Taxes aren’t being paid, you have no Labor Code or other legal protections. Of particular note, you have no workers' compensation coverage. Any of these issues alone are major, and can have major negative consequences for you. It's good that you both are now... View More

No. You are probably an employee, whose rights are set forth in Wage Order 5 and the Domestic Workers Bill of Rights. You should be entitled to at least minimum wage for all hours worked and overtime after 10 hours in day. You cannot waive your rights to minimum wage, overtime by mutual agreement,... View More

Yes, it’s generally safe. As long as your green card is still valid, you can travel abroad and return without needing a renewal receipt. A short trip to Mexico (like one week) is fine. You should not face issues with ICE or CBP unless you have prior immigration violations or criminal history,... View More

Frequent options trading that generates consistent income—like 20–24 trades a month and $1,000 in profit—can be viewed as active income, which may violate F-1 visa rules prohibiting unauthorized employment or self-employment.

While occasional investing is allowed, trading at this... View More

You aren't denied a tax refund just for filing a couple of days late. The exception to this is if you are past the generally 3 year statute of limitations. However if you are 3 years and even a day late, then an allegation of filing even one day late can prevent you from being due a tax... View More

In our opinion, yes, list your teacher expenses where those are allowed by the IRS and your tax returns document those expenses.

You will have to show the bankruptcy trustee your last two tax returns to the trustee anyway. And even most bankruptcy courts defer to the IRS.

If the... View More

Yes, the IRS can hold your money, including freezing your bank account, if they believe you owe back taxes, especially during an investigation of alleged tax debt or fraud.

IRS investigation of a potential tax fraud can take a long time to resolve.

To potentially expedite the... View More

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answered on May 23, 2025

If you take money out of your 401(k) to pay for divorce legal fees, you’ll have to pay regular income tax on the amount you withdraw. If you’re under age 59½, you’ll also have to pay an extra 10% penalty to the IRS. Unfortunately, there’s no exception to this penalty for legal fees related... View More

Yes, you can withdraw funds from your 401(k) to pay legal fees, especially since you're no longer employed by the sponsoring company. However, unless you're over 59½ or qualify for a specific exemption, the withdrawal will be subject to income tax and a 10% early withdrawal penalty.... View More

If your question pertains to suing or accusing H&R Block for negligence, yes, there are lawyers out there who may take on that matter on your behalf. To the degree of success in such a case is questionable. You are still ultimately responsible for what is on your tax return. If your question... View More