I mentioned before that I use a CPA to help out with my tax filings at the office. This drew a chuckle from some of
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We’re Number Two!
It’s not just major sporting events and Clash of the Choirs… Philadelphia lands second in other areas, too, such as the largest tax burden! Congrats,
Read MoreTexas Institutes Stripper Tax
As the New Year rings in, Texas will levy a “pole tax” or “stripper tax” on patrons of the state’s strip joints. That’s right, strip
Read MorePlop, Plop, Fizz, Fizz – Lame AMT Relief It Is
Congress finally made up its mind about the AMT – on the last day of business for 2007. The House voted 352-64 to “patch” the
Read MoreThree In Five Americans Think That Our Tax System Benefits The Wealthy
Bankrate, Inc. has published the findings of a national poll which found that 60% of Americans think that our current tax system benefits the rich.
Read MoreNothing Stays The Same: Your Year End Check-Up
One of the things about being a tax attorney is that folks automatically assume that my financial house is always in order, that I always
Read MoreFixing The AMT: A Plea To Congress
Dear Congress, The year ends on December 31. It’s now about halfway through December. The IRS (and consequently, the taxpayers) would be really happy if
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Claiming Deductions For Charitable Travel
Taxgirl asks: My husband and I will be traveling to Jamaica Dec 30 – January 6. The first 2 days are for pleasure and the
Read MoreSales Tax Survey
I promised to post a bit more about sales tax – and maybe even throw in a little Fair Tax info to boot – later
Read MoreGifts This Season
If you’re planning on buying the 364 items in “The Twelve Days of Christmas” this year, it’s going to cost you. According to the annual
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