Category Archives: Washington State

Taxes Matter (2018 Version), Part 1

Posted on May 3, 2018 by Russ

Those on the left constantly chirp that taxes don’t matter. Those of us who prepare tax returns can state as fact you’re wrong. I moved my business because of taxes and regulations. Here are two other examples from today that … Continue reading →

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Law 1, Seattle 0

Posted on November 28, 2017 by Russ

Earlier this year the city of Seattle unanimously passed a city income tax into law. The tax would be 2.25% on total income above $250,000 for individuals and on total income of $500,000 for married filing jointly. The law was … Continue reading →

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Former NFL Player Alleged to Have Fumbled His Sales Tax Returns

Posted on February 8, 2015 by Russ

I’ve said repeatedly that if you want to get in trouble with the IRS, one of the easiest ways to do so is to collect payroll taxes but not remit them. Less frequently I’ve commented about state tax agencies and … Continue reading →

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Bad States for Gamblers

Posted on October 22, 2012 by Russ

It’s been a while since I’ve listed out the bad states for gamblers. Here’s an updated list. Make sure you read the notes because while all of these states have tax systems that are problematic for gamblers, some impact amateurs … Continue reading →

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Making Lives Miserable in the Pacific Northwest

Posted on September 30, 2010 by Russ

I used to reside in Kent, Washington. The Pacific Northwest is (during clear weather) one of the most beautiful places in the country. The combination of the Cascades, the ocean, Puget Sound, and Lake Washington makes the Seattle area a … Continue reading →

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An Income Tax in Washington State?

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Russ

As I’ve often told friends and clients, Washington state has every tax known to man except an income tax. That may change this fall…and not in a good way. There will be a ballot measure to add an income tax … Continue reading →

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