Category Archives: Taxable Talk

Vacation

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Russ

It’s time for my annual vacation. If something earth-shattering in the tax world happens while I’m relaxing, I’ll take time out to post on it. Otherwise, enjoy the fine bloggers listed in the blogroll on the right. I’ll be back … Continue reading →

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When Your Computer Takes the Day Off

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Russ

Last Sunday, my computer decided that it wanted to take a vacation. Now, I believe there’s a religion where mechanical devices have souls (Shintoism?), but I don’t believe that. But try as I might my computer had enough of me. … Continue reading →

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Blogroll Updated

Posted on June 19, 2011 by Russ

It’s been a while since I’ve proofed my blogroll, and I’ve been negligent in adding some well-deserving blogs and pruning some deadwood. Taxdood publishes “Taxes in the Back.” A New York-based attorney, he focuses on gambling, international issues, and other … Continue reading →

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How May We Not Serve You Today?

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Russ

This post has nothing to do with taxes, but everything to do with customer mis-service. You’re forewarned. On Tuesday, May 10th, I logged on to my blog and attempted to write a post. I was unable to save the post … Continue reading →

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We’re Almost Back to Normal

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Russ

If you can see this post, you’re seeing Taxable Talk hosted by my new hosting company.  New posts are coming tomorrow (Thursday), along with a rather scathing review of a certain hosting company. That post could be titled, “Indian Customer … Continue reading →

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We’re Going Down to Come Back Like a Phoenix

Posted on May 8, 2011 by Russ

My current hosting company has decided they don’t want my business. I am being forced to switch companies (something I’ll write about next week). For now, we will likely be going down and then reappearing like the proverbial Phoenix and … Continue reading →

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Radio Russ

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Russ

I am once again the guest on Bart Hanson’s Deuce Plays podcast this week. We discuss “Black Friday” in the online poker world, and its probable impact on taxes, and the possible future of online gambling in the United States. … Continue reading →

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Pound Wise, Penny Foolish

Posted on April 21, 2011 by Russ

Robert Flach states this morning that using certified mail, return receipt requested, when mailing tax returns to tax agencies is a waste of time and money. But the extra you spend to get a return receipt is a total waste … Continue reading →

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We’re Almost Back

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Russ

With the emphasis on “almost,” Aaron and I plan on being back in the office on Wednesday. We’re enjoying the beautiful weather in Irvine and Bethesda today, and a lot of much needed sleep. If you’ve contacted our office today, … Continue reading →

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Annual Blog Hiatus

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Russ

With just about three weeks left before Tax Day, it’s time for my annual blog hiatus. I’ve written my annual top ten Bozo Tax Tips (they’ll start appearing next week), but between now and April 15th my clients are paying … Continue reading →

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