I spent much of the weekend wandering around my old stomping grounds in Raleigh, North Carolina, with my daughter. We stopped into one of my
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Daylight Saving Time Is Really About Money
Before I went to bed last night, I double-checked my alarm and then set another one. My son was at a sleepover and had a
Read MoreA Look At How Much Influence Presidents Have On Your Taxes
“Read my lips: no new taxes.” Those few words, uttered by then-American presidential candidate George H. W. Bush at the 1988 Republican National Convention on August
Read MoreWhy Justice Matters 2019: The Income Tax Trial Of Martin Luther King, Jr.
As a country, we’ve grown used to the idea that our leaders could be investigated by authorities for allegations ranging from perjury to collusion. Politicians
Read MoreA History Of The Poll Tax In America
As voters head to the polls to cast ballots in local, state and federal elections, questions linger. It’s been an ugly political season. Allegations of
Read MoreOn This Day In 1931, Capone Sentenced To Prison For Tax Evasion
Al Capone reportedly boasted, “They can’t collect legal taxes from illegal money.” He found out that wasn’t true when he was sentenced to prison for tax evasion.
Read MoreHow Taxes And Tea Led To American Independence
On July 4, 1776, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the Continental Congress formally adopted the Declaration of Independence. Here’s how the story began – with taxes, tea, and tariffs.
Read MoreA Quick Look At North Korea From History To Taxes
Earlier this week, the world turned its eyes on North Korea as President Trump met with the country’s leader, Kim Jong Un, in Singapore. Here’s a brief look at the country’s history, economy – and why the government claims its people don’t pay taxes.
Read MoreTaxes, Not Tacos & Tequila: What You Should Know About Cinco De Mayo
Ready to celebrate Cinco de Mayo? Here’s what you need to know before you break out the tequila.
Read More10 Facts About Presidents And Tax
We’re celebrating Presidents’ Day across the country today – even though that’s not 100% accurate. To mark the day, here are ten quick facts about tax and our presidents.
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