(Updated May 21, 2020) Shortly after stimulus checks started going out, I began receiving inquiries from taxpayers who had received checks intended for deceased relatives.
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Goldieblox Asks Court To Bless ‘Girls’ Ad After Legal Threats From Beastie Boys
If you’ve found yourself humming along to that catchy song, “Girls” from the Goldieblox ad, you’re not alone: the video of their latest ad has gone viral with over 8 million views. The Beastie Boys, who penned the original version of the song are crying foul. Now, the courts have been asked to weigh in.
Read MoreIRS To Michael Jackson’s Estate: Who’s Bad?
We now know how much is at stake in the tax dispute over Michael Jackson’s estate: $700 million. Here’s how it breaks down.
Read MoreBeastie Boys Rapper Bans Use Of Music In Ads After His Death
When it comes to estate planning, most folks know that you can use wills and trusts to distribute (and in some instances, control) their “stuff.”
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Charitable Donations & Estates
Taxpayer asks: Can you tell me what the tax implications are for donating inherited items? My mother passed away about a year ago and I’m
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Michael Jackson's Funeral
One of my recent “ask the taxgirl” questions involved whether Michael Jackson’s funeral expenses were deductible. When I paused to consider whether I wanted to
Read MoreYou Look Dated
Dates matter. Well, they do in Pennsylvania. The latest flap over James Brown’s estate has taken yet another turn that apparently hinges on the interpretation of state
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