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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Georgia on
Q: Is there a law for ad valorem that you can only report a boat sold between Jan - April?
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answered on May 9, 2024

There is no specific law in Georgia stating that you can only report a boat sold between January and April for ad valorem tax purposes. However, there are some important points to consider regarding ad valorem taxes on boats in Georgia:

1. Annual tax: Ad valorem taxes on boats in Georgia...
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Q: is NY corporation need to file TAX FORM NY C3-M who is doing business in NY, Buffalo City?
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answered on May 9, 2024

Yes, a New York corporation doing business in Buffalo, NY is generally required to file Form CT-3-M, the General Business Corporation MTA Surcharge Return.

Form CT-3-M is used to determine and pay the Metropolitan Transportation Business Tax (MTA Surcharge) for corporations doing business...
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Q: I was I n Danville IL I stoped to make a call a friend left his keys in my truck I left to take him his keys I noticed

I noticed a city cop behind me dropped off keys cop got behind me again folled me north 12miles to Bismarck IL I turned west went 3 miles torount 1 turned north he got behind me again no lights on the hole time 4 miles from Roseville he turned on lights I stoped he said I had a hitch pin in... View More

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answered on May 9, 2024

Based on the information provided, it seems the police officer pulled you over for an obstructed license plate due to a hitch pin. The legality of the stop depends on the specific laws in Illinois regarding license plate visibility.

In Illinois, the law (625 ILCS 5/3-413) states that...
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Q: My tourist visa ends 31st May, I applied for extension on May 1, says case was recieved, Do I have to leave the country

I got the I797C reciept online got the proof my extension submitted but still say case was recieved I am just wondering that if I dont get approval before my legal status ends here Do I need to leave?

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answered on May 9, 2024

Based on the information you provided, it seems that you have applied for an extension of your tourist visa before your current authorized stay expires on May 31st. Receiving the I-797C Notice of Action is an acknowledgment that USCIS has received your application.

In most cases, if you...
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Q: Can i work remotely from outside US if my US employer agrees to it when i am on CPT

My CPT is approved and my employer in US wants me to work remotely. Can i work from my home country.

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answered on May 9, 2024

If you are an international student on F-1 visa status and have been approved for Curricular Practical Training (CPT), there are some important considerations regarding working remotely from outside the United States:

1. Physical presence in the U.S.: CPT is designed to allow F-1 students...
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