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Minnesota tax treatment of alimony received under pre-2019 law
Minnesota state tax treatment of alimony received under pre-2019 law can be surprising for Australians dealing with a US divorce order, a former spouse in…
IRS Trust Fund Recovery Penalty for Corporate Officers in Minnesota
A corporate officer can become personally liable for certain unpaid payroll taxes even when the business is incorporated, insolvent, or operating under a…
What to Do If You Cannot Pay Minnesota Quarterly Estimated Tax
A quarterly estimated tax bill can create a difficult cash-flow problem, especially when income arrives unevenly. This affects freelancers, consultants,…
Sales and use tax for Minnesota nonprofits selling goods
A nonprofit that sells merchandise in Minnesota may assume its charitable status removes sales tax obligations. That assumption can create problems. Federal…
Minnesota Tax on IRA Distributions After Early Retirement
Early retirement can make an individual retirement account feel like an accessible source of income, especially after leaving a US employer. However, taking…
IRS private collection agency notices and Minnesota taxpayer rights
A letter about an IRS private collection agency can be unsettling, especially when it arrives at a Melbourne flat, a Sydney office, or another location far…
Fixing Errors on a Minnesota Tax Return Already Filed
A mistake on a previously filed Minnesota tax return does not automatically mean an audit, penalty, or serious dispute with the Minnesota Department of…
How Minnesota taxes fellowship and scholarship income
A scholarship or fellowship can look like educational support, yet its tax treatment depends on how the money is awarded and spent. For a student, researcher,…
IRS Offers In Compromise For Minnesota Retirees With Pension Income
Retirement does not automatically make an IRS tax debt uncollectible. A Minnesota retiree may still owe income tax after a pension, annuity, Social Security…
Minnesota Sales Tax Rules for Meal Delivery and Subscription Boxes
A meal delivery order may look simple to a customer, but its Minnesota sales tax treatment can depend on what is being sold, how it is prepared, and whether…