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Bozo Tax Tip #1: Use a Bozo Tax Professional!

The IRS recently highlighted that taxpayers should choose tax professionals wisely; I agree.  I’ve had this as a Bozo Tax Tip in the past, but a new client highlighted this issue for me.  In the previous iteration of this “tip,” … Continue reading

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Bozo Tax Tip #5: Use a Bozo Accountant!

Here’s another Bozo Tax Tip that keeps coming around. The problem is, the Bozos don’t change their stripes. In any case, here are some signs your accountant might be a Bozo: – He’s never met a deduction that doesn’t fit … Continue reading

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Truth In Advertising Isn’t Always a Good Idea

There are laws mandating that advertisements be accurate. Sometimes, though, you can get in trouble for being ‘truthful.’ Michael Raymond Martinez of Fullerton, California did himself no favors by his advertisements. Mr. Martinez was a tax professional in Fullerton (Orange … Continue reading

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“celebritytaxguy” Soon to be at ClubFed

Michael Joseph Calalang Cabuhat had been living the good life. He had a nice house in the Hollywood Hills (of Los Angeles) and drove a Ferrari 360 Spider. Mr. Cabuhat owned a tax practice in Glendale (near Los Angeles) and … Continue reading

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As Relieable as You Might Have Thought

That is not a typographical error in the headline. Yes, I meant to type, “Relieable.” Why? Because of a story of a Tampa, Florida tax professional who was as relieable, err, reliable as the headline. Donna Demps was found guilty … Continue reading

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Once Bitten, Twice Not Shy

Back in 2013, Cedric K. Oliphant was convicted of falsifying a tax return. Specifically, during his plea hearing today [August 30, 2013], Oliphant admitted he knowingly and willfully included materially false deductions for gifts to charity and for unreimbursed business … Continue reading

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Well, He Did Make At Least One Payroll Tax Payment

As an Enrolled Agent, I know that if I have employees and collect payroll tax for the employees, I had better remit it to the IRS (and state tax agencies). When I’ve been the employer, I’ve done that without fail. … Continue reading

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What Part of “Permanent Injunction” Didn’t You Understand?

Last September, Gerardo Herrera found himself the target of the IRS and the US Department of Justice. Mr. Herrera owned a tax preparation business, El Lobo Multiservicios Professionales Inc. in Colorado. According to the indictment issued last September, Mr. Herrera … Continue reading

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The Liberty to Commit Tax Fraud

There are thousands of tax professionals. These range from the huge firms such as H&R Block to mom and pop outfits. The professionals range from Enrolled Agents, CPAs, and tax attorneys to those who have just put up a sign … Continue reading

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Monsters Under the Bed

Two Florida tax preparers (I hesitate to use the word “professionals” based on what they’re accused of) are facing a lawsuit from the Department of Justice seeking a civil injunction to prevent them from owning a tax preparation firm and … Continue reading

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