I know, I know. This doesn’t even feel like news. We’ve seen it coming for a while now, ever since Jenkens & Gilchrist made an
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Banks Get Approval To Repay TARP Funds
Earlier today, ten of the nation’s largest banks received permission from the Treasury to repay a fraction of the amounts loaned out. I know, it’s
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Who Gets The Deduction?
Taxpayer asks: If I pay my son’s huge medical expenses can he deduct same as if he paid them himself?Thanks for your reply. Taxgirl says:
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Birth Control Costs
Taxpayer asks: I have a weird question. My insurance doesn’t cover the cost of my birth control pills. Can I deduct them on my taxes?
Read MoreDoes Pennsylvania Care More About Football Or Taxes?
When it comes to football, Pennsylvanians are pretty hardcore. From the Steelers to the Eagles, NFL football makes headline after headline in the fall. Also
Read MoreFix The Tax Code Friday: Tax Breaks For Investments
It’s Fix the Tax Code Friday! Yesterday, I blogged about NC’s efforts to woo Apple and Google to the Tarheel state by passing corporate tax
Read MoreNC Woos Apple With Promises Of Tax Breaks
In a tough economy – when a state can’t yet pay its bills – you’d think the fiscal plan for the future would be conservative.
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Deductibility Of Booze
Taxpayer asks: Thanks for taking the time to consider my question. I travel extensively for my job. When I travel, I have an expense account
Read MoreA Note About Spam
Earlier in the week, I received an email about spam and I just wanted to take a moment or two to re-emphasize my thoughts on
Read MoreNPS Announces "Fee Free" Weekends
I’m a big fan of parks and green spaces. Maybe this is because I grew up in the country. But while I love the amenities
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