Category Archives: Taxable Talk

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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Gambling With an Edge Podcast

Posted on November 30, 2020 by Russ

I was this week’s guest on the Gambling With an Edge podcast where we talk about taxes (with an emphasis on gambling). You can download the podcast here; it’s also available on iTunes and all the other usual podcast locations. … Continue reading →

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Bozo Takes a Year Off

Posted on March 18, 2020 by Russ

Every year I’ve posted my Bozo Tax Tips. I will not be posting them for the 2020 Tax Season. There are too many serious issues going on, and I think it’s best to focus on the serious issues tax filers … Continue reading →

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No Face to Face Appointments

Posted on March 12, 2020 by Russ

Taxes are a personal business, and providing service to our clients is what we’re about. That means face-to-face interactions. But I’m also an employer, and I must look at the health of my employees. Thus, beginning tomorrow we are no … Continue reading →

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Will the April 15th Deadline be Extended?

Posted on March 11, 2020 by Russ

The Wall Street Journal has a story (pay link) this morning speculating that the Department of the Treasury will push back the April 15th deadline.  There are no specifics given in the story, but given that politicians on both sides … Continue reading →

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The Best Tax Blog Is Back

Posted on February 14, 2020 by Russ

As a published author I’m biased about my writing ability. But as my mother told me (and, yes, my mother is a published author, too), know your abilities! The best tax blog up until May 2017 was Joe Kristan’s Roth … Continue reading →

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Nominations for the 2019 Tax Offender of the Year Are Due

Posted on December 10, 2019 by Russ

In a little less than a month it will be time to reveal this year’s winner of the prestigious “Tax Offender of the Year” award. Remember, To be considered for the Tax Offender of the Year award, the individual (or … Continue reading →

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It’s Time to Panic!

Posted on September 23, 2019 by Russ

If you use a tax professional and have not yet provided your paperwork to him or her, it’s time to panic and work on this. In past years, I’ve made this post in early October. But this tax year is … Continue reading →

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Gambling With an Edge Podcast

Posted on September 1, 2019 by Russ

I appeared on last week’s “Gambling With an Edge” podcast. We discussed the IRS letters sent to cryptocurrency users, does having a large number of W-2Gs increase audit risk, and sending tax returns by regular mail — and many other … Continue reading →

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We’ve Moving, and We’re on Vacation

Posted on July 28, 2019 by Russ

Our offices are moving (conveniently while we’re on vacation). Our new address is: Clayton Financial and Tax 222 S Rainbow Blvd, Ste 205 Las Vegas, NV 89145-5356 And we’re going to enjoy a vacation. If something earth-shattering in the tax … Continue reading →

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