It’s finally here! I’m kicking off my state tax series this week… beginning with Alabama and ending in a bit with Wyoming (sorry, Wyoming, you’re
Read MoreYear: 2008
GOP Counters Democrats' Proposed Second Stimulus Package
Earlier today, the GOP indicated that they are not on board with the Democrats’ proposal for a second economic stimulus package. There’s no surprise there.
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Stimulus Checks & 2008 Returns
Taxpayer asks: I was told by “somebody” that the stimulus checks we received will be deducted from our tax refunds for 2008? Is that true?
Read MoreCastroneves Will Race In Australia After Judge Changes His Mind
After a federal judge initially barred Helio Castroneves from leaving the country as part of the race car driver’s bail conditions, it seems he has
Read MoreIs A Second Economic Stimulus Package On Its Way?
I indicated earlier that I didn’t think that a second economic stimulus package would be considered until after the elections – and it looks like
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Foreclosures, Debt Forgiveness and Mortgage Losses Explained
There’s a lot of good discussion on the Fix the Tax Code Friday comments thread about debt cancellation and mortgage debt cancellation relief. I started
Read MoreFix the Tax Code Friday: Mortgage Debt Cancellation
Fix the Tax Code Friday is back! This is your chance to sound off about tax policy – and propose how you would fix the
Read MoreNot Such a Gay Ol' Time in California
When all else fails, hit ’em in the pocketbook… This week, supporters of Proposition 8, which would ban gay marriage in California, released an ad,
Read MoreYou Get A Tax Perk! And You Get A Tax Perk!
I’ve been tossing around blog post after blog post in my head, trying to figure out what to write exactly about the tax provisions in
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: How Much Will Obama's Tax Plan Cost Me?
Taxpayer asks: My wife and I make a combined annual income in the ballpark of $270-280K/year. We work hard, and are saving for a home
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