Over lunch, the day after the election, my husband brought up the “f” word. You know, the one I’ve thus far been refusing to say
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9 Tax-Related Myths About Selling Your Home
I am moving. It feels weird to finally say that out loud (er, yes, the blog counts as out loud). I have lived in my
Read MoreBeer, Taxes & Baseball: Can You Get Any More American Than That?
Baseball fans all over the country can breathe a sigh of relief. No, it’s not because the Phillies managed to crank out two runs in
Read MoreThe Morning After: The Tax Deal Hangover
I’ll admit that I didn’t see yesterday’s tax deal coming. I was fairly certain that the drama would play out through this week. We still
Read MoreRules of Engagement
Tax experts in the UK are warning that Prince William may have triggered a significant capital gains tax by giving Kate Middleton the engagement ring
Read MoreBush Tax Cuts
This week, I’m letting my readers take over and tell you what they think about the expiring Bush tax cuts. As always, I think background
Read MoreCall For Guest Posts: Bush Tax Cuts
As last year, I’ll be turning over the reins at taxgirl.com to my readers for the last week in August. This year, I’m offering you
Read MoreWhat the Heck is Basis, Anyway?
Last week, I committed a terrible tax blogging sin: I used jargon. I try not to use jargon on my blog. I find it annoying,
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Donating An Engagement Ring
Taxpayer asks: Hi Tax Girl!I got rid of the husband and now I would love to get rid of the engagement ring. I have thought
Read MoreWhatever, Alexis: Martha Stewart’s Daughter Sues Tax Preparer
If you’ve ever seen the cleverly produced “Whatever, Martha” – a show featuring Martha Stewart’s daughter, Alexis, and her friend, Jennifer Koppelman Hutt – reviewing
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