When Does the IRS Issue a Lock-in Letter? Many taxpayers get behind in paying the IRS as a result of IRS audits. Others have tax balances as they are self-employed or contractors and they simply do not make estimated payments. There are others who owe tax as they instruct their employers to withhold too little……
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Teen Shot on Freeway while Coming Home from Astros Game
We often find ourselves living each day in routine rather than in the reality of uncertainty. Though it may be unlikely, it’s always best to be prepared for the unexpected. One of the most ideal ways to ensure you are prepared is to contact an estate planning attorney. Many think it’s not needed, but it…
Using an Affidavit of Heirship as Evidence of Ownership of an Estate
It is common to see family members reach an informal agreement as to how to handle the estate when a family member dies. These informal agreements often lead to disputes and end up in probate litigation. This is especially true when it comes to real estate. Family members may put off dealing with real estate.…
Adequate Dislcosure to Avoid Six Year IRS Statute
The IRS has a limited period of time to conduct audits. It often fails to finish the audit within this period of time. There are even instances where the IRS does not even start the audit until after this time period has passed. This raises tough questions for taxpayers. Taxpayers expect some finality with their……
Houston Man Among Dead in Florida Apartment Collapse
No matter how much you think you know what the future will hold, life can still surprise you. It is of utmost importance to be prepared with a will and an estate plan in the event of an unlikely death. Hiring a trustworthy attorney to help you prepare these matters is the best way to…
Sale of Residence: Poor Financial Decision
We all have financial ups and downs in life. Some of these ups and downs are due to circumstances beyond our control. Be it good luck, bad luck or something else. Many of these circumstances are not foreseeable. There are also circumstances that are due to our own making. Be it poor financial decisions or……
Fun Ways to Stay Fit in Houston this Summer
One of the best ways to improve the quality and length of your life is to stay fit. Much in the way that we can plan a workout, it is also important to be prepared in other ways. One of the most important things to have prepared for your loved ones is an estate plan.…
What Do You Do if You Lost the Original Copy of a Will?
What do you do if you lost the original copy of a Will or you cannot find the original? What if you can find a copy of the Will? Can you probate a copy of the Will? If you can probate a copy of the Will, how do you go about probating a copy of…
Getting the IRS to Pay for Your Tax Attorney
An IRS audit or notice comes with a cost for the taxpayer who receives it. The cost can include additional tax, interest, and even penalties. Even if the taxpayer did everything correctly, the IRS audit or notice still comes with a cost. The cost can include the time and effort the taxpayer has to expend……