Category Archives: Taxable Talk

20 Years Ago Today…

Posted on February 9, 2025 by Russ

…I started this blog.  I was a resident of Irvine, California back then.  It’s been an interesting 20 years. I have no idea what the next 20 years will bring.  If you told me in 2005 that within 20 years … Continue reading →

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A Phish A Day…

Posted on July 26, 2024 by Russ

Phishing is something tax professionals see daily.  We have antivirus and malware protection installed throughout our network and on all workstations, but I still see a phishing email a day.  Here’s one: There are a number of clues that this … Continue reading →

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The Flu Strikes

Posted on June 15, 2023 by Russ

On Monday, I went home around 1pm.  I felt awful.  When I got home I discovered why: I had a fever of 100.  It peaked at 103, but I’m still in triple digit land.  Worse, I appear to be a … Continue reading →

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Bozo Tax Tip #5: Publicize Your Tax Crimes on Social Media!

Posted on April 10, 2023 by Russ

Social media is really, really big these days. You can follow me on Twitter. I may even update my Facebook page one of these days. Of course, I’m not a tax criminal, and my posts hopefully add knowledge for others. … Continue reading →

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No Vacancy

Posted on January 30, 2023 by Russ

If you are searching for a tax professional and have yet to find one, you really, really need to get that into high gear.  As of today, we’re telling anyone inquiring that you will be put on a waiting list.  … Continue reading →

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Is Anyone Happy In Tax Professional Land?

Posted on October 19, 2022 by Russ

Except for our four international clients on second extension and our ten clients impacted by Hurricane Ian, the 2020-2022 Tax Season is over.  I expect that within one month, we will be off filing returns until February 2023 (well, there … Continue reading →

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We’re Under Attack!

Posted on April 26, 2022 by Russ

This afternoon, I was answering email and I accidentally clicked on Outlook’s “File Information.”  I happen to notice that the last login was from Buffalo, New York.  I’m just 3,000 miles away in Las Vegas, so I immediately sent a … Continue reading →

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Bozo Tax Tip #2: Anger Your Tax Professional!

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Russ

If you are a tax professional living in Las Vegas, and you’re interested in working for me for the 2023 Tax Season (2022 tax returns filed in 2023)–or you are in Las Vegas and you’re interested in becoming a tax … Continue reading →

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Why Has Posting Been Light?

Posted on March 17, 2022 by Russ

A friend asked me why I’ve posted so little this year.  The answer is simple: the real world intruded.  Family issues have definitely impacted my time, and the workload of my business has increased dramatically.  My clients deserve me spending … Continue reading →

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Martin Veneroso, E.A.

Posted on August 24, 2021 by Russ

Clayton Financial and Tax isn’t the largest tax firm, but one thing I’ve insisted on is that all preparers be credentialed (either Enrolled Agents or CPAs).  The reason is that it shows a dedication to the profession, and a willingness … Continue reading →

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