Category Archives: Legislation

Marlins Vote Delayed

Posted on February 15, 2009 by Russ

The Florida Marlins play at Joe Robbie Pro Player Dolphins Stadium in South Florida. It’s a football stadium, and with the usual afternoon showers that plague South Florida it’s not an ideal place for baseball. Add in the heat and … Continue reading →

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The “Stimulus” and Taxes

Posted on February 13, 2009 by Russ

The Stimulus bill which will soon pass Congress is one of the largest spending bills ever. It’s pork, pure and simple, with a veneer of stimulus. But forget the veneer, it appears to me to just be spend, spend, spend. … Continue reading →

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Another Thing to Try at the Next Audit or Appeal

Posted on February 2, 2009 by Russ

I’m learning a whole bunch of new strategies to use in my representation work, all courtesy of President Obama’s Cabinet appointees. I already have the “I Forgot” defense from Treasury Secretary Geithner. Next is the “Forget ClubFed and Penalties” defense … Continue reading →

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A Cow Tax?

Posted on January 6, 2009 by Russ

My mother wrote a book called Cindy Lou about a cow that gave chocolate milk. It’s now out of print but it’s a wonderful book for children. I will admit my bias. The book is set on a family farm. … Continue reading →

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2009 Required Distribution Relief

Posted on December 13, 2008 by Russ

Congress yesterday passed a law (and President Bush is expected to soon sign the law) which will give relief for Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) in 2009. As Joe Kristan noted, this isn’t much relief. RMDs are required for tax deferred … Continue reading →

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China Goes Where No Man Has Gone Before

Posted on December 11, 2008 by Russ

Two years ago I wrote about the idea of taxing virtual transactions. As I mentioned then the IRS’ view on this is, “That’s so weird.” However, one country looked at this and decided that while it might be weird it’s … Continue reading →

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Rangel’s Troubles Worsen

Posted on December 9, 2008 by Russ

The tax troubles of Congressman Charles Rangel (D-NY), the chair of the House Ways and Means Committee (the committee that writes tax legislation), have worsened. The House Ethics Committee had already been looking into his property tax troubles; the committee … Continue reading →

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Rangel’s Tax Troubles Mount

Posted on November 23, 2008 by Russ

Charles Rangel (D-NY) is the chairman of the powerful House Ways & Means Committee. All tax legislation is supposed to start in that committee. Congressman Rangel has been battling tax troubles over the past year. His troubles have apparently worsened. … Continue reading →

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It’s Time to Watch Your Wallets

Posted on November 4, 2008 by Russ

It now appears certain that Barack Obama will become the next President of the United States. Congratulations to him. It’s an historic occasion when race really doesn’t matter in electing a president. That said, it’s now time to ponder what … Continue reading →

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Remember to Vote

Posted on November 4, 2008 by Russ

Today is Election Day, and that means you should exercise your privilege and vote. In California, you can go to the Secretary of State’s website to find your polling place.

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