Today, we celebrate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. I’m working on a post about service. But in the meantime, I am reposting something
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Happy Feast Of St. Matthew, Patron Saint Of Tax Geeks
It’s been quite a streak of religious holidays! Rosh Hashanah and Eid were both celebrated over the weekend and now… It’s the Feast of St.
Read MoreLife, Liberty & The Pursuit Of Happiness
I was thinking this morning about what to write today about the 4th of July. I was sure that I could come up with something
Read MoreHolocaust Museum Shooter Believed Income Tax Linked To Jews
Editor’s Note: I’ve given a lot of thought to whether I believe this post is appropriate. I’ve decided that it is. History is important. Context
Read MoreSotomayor, Roberts Agree On Taxes (Sort Of)
A couple of years ago, I was speaking about fiduciary taxes at a CLE when I was passed a note. It said, “Trust investment advisory
Read MoreA Memorial Day Thanks
Without revenues, a government can have no power. – Alexander Hamilton, First Secretary of the US Treasury You will find no federal holiday dedicated to
Read MoreAsk The taxgirl: The President & Income Taxes
Taxpayer asks: Does the President have to pay income tax? — I get that question a lot. And this week, I also received this question:
Read MoreTea Parties Aren't Just For Kids
My four year old is obsessed with tea parties right now. If she were aware that tomorrow was National Tea Party Day, she’d be absolutely
Read More“American Terrorist” McVeigh Attorney Loses Tax Deduction
I know what you’re thinking – McVeigh was executed, right? What’s this about a tax deduction? You’re right. Timothy McVeigh was a US Army vet
Read MoreTax Trivia: Politics & Tax Evasion
We have a winner! See comments! Our next tax trivia question is: In the midst of all of the current “politicians not paying their taxes”
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