I just received a notice last week from my health insurance provider that rates at my office would be increasing an average of more than
Read MoreMonth: November 2009
Businesses Get Tax Break
Don’t get too excited. It’s not a huge tax break – but it’s not a bad one either. A bill that was rushed through recently
Read MoreUS Clashes With UK Over New Tax Proposal
When it comes to economics, the US and UK tend to find themselves on the same page. A recent example is their consolidated front over
Read MoreGirls Gone Wild Founder Gets Plea Deal
“Girls Gone Wild” founder Joe Francis feels he finally got a break when a federal judge okayed a deal that Francis struck with prosecutors. Under
Read MoreI’m on the Radio!
I’m going all Clairee from Steel Magnolias on you. I’m on the radio! You can check out my interview with Jeff Horwich on Minnesota Public
Read MoreHousing Credit Extended – What Else Is New?
If you’re opposed to extending the first time homebuyer’s credit (I am), you’re probably in the minority. And you’re definitely not in the Senate. The
Read MoreMaine Says No To Tax Cuts
If you ask a Mainer about taxes, you’re liable to get an earful: Mainers have one of the highest tax burdens in the nation. Nonetheless,
Read MoreSurprise! NJ Doesn't Like High Taxes
Despite three campaign appearances by President Obama, Governor John Corzine lost his gubernatorial seat in New Jersey to GOP challenger Chris Christie last night. Exit
Read More"Complexity of Tax Law" Not a Challenge for IRS?
What challenges are the IRS facing this year? Apparently not the complexity of the Tax Code. The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) released
Read MoreIRS Claims 2 Out Of 3 Taxpayers Now E-File
Of course, more folks are e-filing. It’s fast, it’s easy. And with more folks than ever with internet and computer access, it’s to be expected.
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