Posted in Tax Law & IRS Defense

Many Florida taxpayers find themselves in a difficult position when they fail to file their tax return or pay the appropriate taxes on time. The penalty for failing to file your tax return on time is 5 percent of the unpaid taxes for each month that the return is late (not to exceed 25 percent of the unpaid taxes). The penalty for failing to pay your taxes on time is generally ½ of 1 percent of the unpaid tax for each month that the tax is not paid (not to exceed 25 percent of the unpaid taxes). This penalty may be assessed from the original due date even if you requested and were granted an extension of time to file your tax return.
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Posted in Asset Protection,Probate & Trust Administration,Real Estate Law,Tax Law & IRS Defense,Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning

What is basis and why does it matter? A basis is a monetary amount assigned to property for tax purposes. This value is very significant because the basis is used when calculating gains or losses on the sale of property. If you inherit property from a family member, friend or any generous benefactor, there will be a basis assigned to that property.
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