It’s Fix the Tax Code Friday! News reports continue to focus on the death of Michael Jackson, his memorial, and his funeral. Enormous amounts of
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Autism & Special Needs Children
Taxpayer asks: My husband and I have a 4 yr old daughter diagnosed with autism (higher functioning). We are considering enrolling her in a private
Read MoreLA City Attorney Says Taxpayers Should Not Pay For Michael Jackson Memorial
First, the good news: the memorial service for Michael Jackson did not cost the City of Los Angeles the $4 million originally reported. Now, the
Read MoreHealth Care Plan Leaves Huge Hole In the Budget
In an effort to fund their massive health care plan, members of Congress are scrambling to find revenue. After searching under their car seats and
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Michael Jackson's Funeral
One of my recent “ask the taxgirl” questions involved whether Michael Jackson’s funeral expenses were deductible. When I paused to consider whether I wanted to
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Swiss Military
Taxpayer asks: I was going to leave a comment on your post this morning but it’s more of a question. Is it true that the
Read MoreHoles In Swiss Tax Case: Swiss Claim Tax Evasion Not A Crime
As it turns out, the Swiss do have a little fight left in them after all. The Swiss government has now advised that it would
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Mortgage & Housing Tax Credit
Taxpayer asks: I must say I enjoy reading your blog! A somewhat tax professional myself (I deal in state taxes), I am constantly asked Federal
Read MoreLawyer Pleads Guilty In Tax Evasion Case
John P. Karoly, Jr., a successful and flamboyant Pennsylvania lawyer, may well have said goodbye to his career this week. As previously blogged, Karoly Jr.
Read MoreAsk The Taxgirl: Responsible For The Debts Of Others?
Taxpayer asks: I own a house where I live with my boyfriend. I pay almost of the bills because he does not currently have a
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