Category Archives: Texas

Another Survey, Another “F” for California

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Russ

While Governor Brown and others in the Bronze Golden State continue to debate how to increase taxes, perhaps they’ll look at yet another survey which shows that California is at the bottom for business (among US states). With thanks to … Continue reading →

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Texas #1, California #50 in Business Location Survey

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Russ

Another week, another survey of which state is best for business. For the eighth straight year, Chief Executive magazine ranked Texas as the best state in the union as to where to conduct business. Unsurprisingly, California is at the bottom. … Continue reading →

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When Buying a Business in Texas…

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Russ

…ask for the Certificate of No Tax Due from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts. Alan Sherman of the Texas State & Local Tax Law Blog explains why.

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California Leads the Way: Worst State for Business

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Russ

Another survey, another “winner” for California. Every three years Development Counsellors International publishes a survey: A View from Corporate America: Winning Strategies in Economic Development Marketing. Among the many results in the survey are the five best and worst states … Continue reading →

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Knocked Out From New York

Posted on November 18, 2009 by Russ

I’m not a boxing fan. For those of you who are, you’ll recognize Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. as big names in the sport. Those two boxers will fight in the Spring of 2010. Newsday asked boxing promoter Bob … Continue reading →

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California, Nevada, and Texas

Posted on August 26, 2009 by Russ

A California State Assemblyman is upset with the ads that the Nevada Development Corporation is running. California is golden, and Nevada is silver. Why would any business leave? Here’s Assemblyman Jose Solorio’s (D-Anaheim) response: Before I comment on that, there’s … Continue reading →

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No Pole Tax in Texas

Posted on April 1, 2008 by Russ

I’m not talking about a poll tax, but a pole tax as in strip clubs. Travis County (Texas) Judge Scott Jenkins ruled that the $5 admissions tax to Texas strip clubs was unconstitutional as a violation of freedom of expression … Continue reading →

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Dallas City Hall Scandal Features Tax Evasion

Posted on October 1, 2007 by Russ

A 166-page indictment was unsealed today in Dallas charging 16 individuals with bribery, receiving kickbacks, and tax evasion. The individuals, including State Representative Terri Hodge (D-Dallas), former Mayor Pro-Tem Donald Hill, and others face long terms at ClubFed if convicted … Continue reading →

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