Note: Tax forms change from time to time. The information below is not kept current. Please see irs.gov for the latest official information. Filing Tax Form 8832 File Form 8832 with the Internal …
READ MORE →Introduction There are special rules for certain businesses that provide professional services. These are usually services that require a state license, certificate, or registration. This article …
READ MORE →Churches may wonder whether they must file IRS Form 1023 to be considered a tax exempt religious organization under 501(c)(3). The IRS Instructions to Form 1023 provide the following: Form 1023 not …
READ MORE →Minnesota’s Truth in Repairs Act gives you a right to request a written estimate before repairs are made to your car, truck, motorcycle, household appliance, house, condo, apartment, or other home …
READ MORE →Need help? Contact a criminal defense attorney. Compute an offender’s “criminal history score” in Minnesota: This page is about how to compute a person’s criminal history score. The process is very …
READ MORE →Why Pay for Legal Forms When You Can Get Them for Free? I occasionally hear about people who buy a will, contract, or other legal form from do-it-yourself (DIY) websites like LegalZoom and Rocket …
READ MORE →Crimes: Identity Theft and “Phishing” To address identity theft, section 609.527 (Minnesota’s identity theft law) criminalizes two types of behavior. First, it is a crime to transfer, possess, or use …
READ MORE →This article explains whether RSS feeds are copyrighted. In short, the answer is YES. What is RSS? Websites are norally accessed with a web browser. RSS is a technology that allows a webpage (blog, …
READ MORE →Has your attorney messed up your case? Are you paying the price for having a bad lawyer? Many people who are frustrated with legal services provided by their former attorney consider filing a legal …
READ MORE →I do not practice in this area. To find an emancipation attorney, you can contact either of these organizations: Youth Law Project at Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid 612-332-1441 …
READ MORE →Minnesota bankruptcy law works hand-in-hand with U.S. federal bankruptcy law. For this reason, the information provided here explains federal and Minnesota bankruptcy laws as they generally apply to …
READ MORE →The bankruptcy process is intended to provide individuals a way out from under mounds of debt and an opportunity to rebuild their lives, and their credit, and begin daily life with a fresh start. Most …
READ MORE →A discharge is essentially an order from the bankruptcy court informing a debtor and the debtor’s creditors that the debtor is no longer legally required to repay the debt. The debtor is no longer …
READ MORE →I was recently asked whether a personal guarantee could be discharged in bankruptcy. The answer is fairly simple, but it depends on who filed for bankruptcy. There are two simple rules to keep in …
READ MORE →The ultimate benefit in bankruptcy proceedings is probably the discharge or the permission from the bankruptcy court not to repay certain debts. The bankruptcy court eliminates these debts so that: …
READ MORE →This article explains requirements for a franchisor starting a franchise in Minnesota. If you buying a franchise, visit tips on buying a franchise in Minnesota. Item 23: Receipts Like the UFOC …
READ MORE →Taxing Jurisdiction & Year AuthorizedRateApproval requiredUse of Revenues/Other CommentsBloomington – 19861.0%City council approvalMall of America site improvements. This tax was only authorized for …
READ MORE →This post was last updated in December 2012. View an overview of Minnesota Gift Tax law reflecting changes made in 2013. This post provides basic background information on the details of state estate, …
READ MORE →Every business claim has a deadline. Miss it, and your right to sue is gone, regardless of how strong your case is. In Minnesota, statutes of limitations range from two years to six years depending on …
READ MORE →In general, a financial institution is any national or state bank, bank holding company, savings and loan, or any other corporation that does business that a bank or other financial institution would …
READ MORE →Discovering a Debtor’s Hidden Assets Just because you are legally owed money, doesn’t mean it is easy to get that money. You have probably heard the saying, “you can’t squeeze blood from a turnip.” If …
READ MORE →If you have a judgment you are trying to collect, and the debtor has funds at a bank or other financial institution, you may garnish the debtor’s account. Obtaining the judgment and finding out …
READ MORE →The following laws apply to minors in Minnesota. This is information and education, not legal advice. When you face a legal issue, you should talk with an attorney. Control of a Minor’s Earnings …
READ MORE →Complete Part I whether or not the entity is seeking relief under Rev. Proc. 2009-41 or Rev. Proc. 2010-32. Line 1. Check box 1a if the entity is choosing a classification for the first time (i.e., …
READ MORE →In this video, you get answers to these questions: Does this law only protect the rights of manufacturer reps? Does this law only protect the rights of reps who live in Minnesota? Can sales reps sue …
READ MORE →Introduction Minnesota Statutes Section 541.023 (a/k/a the “40-year law”) has confounded attorneys since its enactment in 1943. Even among real estate practitioners, the 40-year law is somewhat of a …
READ MORE →Additional Prohibitions In addition to the prohibitions concerning the making of financial performance representations, discussed above, the amended Rule prohibits seven specific acts or practices. …
READ MORE →Item 18: Public Figures Item 18 of the amended Rule requires the disclosure of certain information about a public figure’s involvement in the franchise system. This covers public figures who lend …
READ MORE →Apportionment is a key feature of state corporate taxes Apportionment formulas are important features of state corporate income taxes. They determine how much of a business’s income is taxable and …
READ MORE →Definition of Franchising Franchising is a method of marketing and distributing goods and services. Franchises are offered and sold for many types of businesses, including services, retail trade, …
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