The credit for other dependents is a tax credit available to taxpayers for each of their qualifying dependents who can’t be claimed for the child tax credit. The maximum credit amount is $500 for each dependent who meets certain conditions. These include: Dependents...
If you've got a bad Massachusetts roommate, you're probably wondering: Can I kick them out? In Massachusetts, if you and your roommate are both on a lease, you don't have the legal power to evict them. If you are the only one on the lease, however, it's possible to...
Hundreds of Massachusetts employees and contractors are seeking exemptions from the state’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate, including many who’ve said they’re unwilling to roll up their sleeves for a shot “due to a sincerely held religious belief.” Since Gov. Charlie...
The Massachusetts Public Accommodation Law prohibits, among other things, making any distinction, discrimination, or restriction in admission to or treatment in a place of public accommodation based on race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender...
Lead paint is a serious health hazard for Massachusetts children age 6 and younger. Some of the dangers of lead poisoning: stunted growth damaged hearing lowered IQ nerve and brain damage possible fatality Do you have young children? Has a landlord refused to show you...
Some of us may have dreamed about our Massachusetts wedding flowers for decades, while others are fantasizing about elopement destinations and wondering if a Massachusetts marriage license fits with their 10-year plan. But, regardless of where you are in your dating...
Massachusetts laws prohibit discrimination in housing. It is against the law to deny anyone housing based on: race color sex national origin religion children or gamily status disability age (except minors) ancestry veteran status sources of income married status...
By requesting innocent spouse relief, you can be relieved of responsibility for paying Federal and Massachusetts tax, interest, and penalties if your spouse (or former spouse) improperly reported items or omitted items on your tax return. Generally, the tax, interest,...
Are you familiar with Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Accounts for Massachusetts residents? There may be a tax-advantaged way for people to save for the needs of family members with disabilities — without having them lose eligibility for government benefits...
No matter how many vows a Massachusetts couple may take while solemnizing a marriage, none of it matters when the husband and wife decide to call it off. However, the reality of financial bankruptcy arises when one of them has to live alone forever. There is a...