Tax Notes has published a "Letter to The Editor" from E. Lynn Nichols, CPA Nichols Patrick CPE, Inc., discussing Circular 230 disclosures in outgoing e-mail and conference presentations. In his letter, Mr. Nichols points out the overzealous use of the...
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According to an article in the Eagle Tribune, an Essex County Superior Court Judge has awarded the Massachusetts Division of Medical Assistance $178,496 found in abandoned safe. In November 2008, firefighters in Lawrence, Massachusetts discovered an abandoned safe in a...
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A recent Northwestern Mutual study reported that two thirds of people 65 or older will require long-term care at some point in their lives. The study surveyed thousands of home health care organizations, assisted living facilities, and nursing homes. For home healthcare,...
David Brunori outlines his view of the necessary components of a practical libertarian tax policy. Rather than calling for a shutdown of the entire tax system, as some libertarians might hope for, he advocates a trimmer and more understandable tax...
A new Tax Notes article on small business provides food for thought in this election season. Martin A. Sullivan expresses doubt that tax cuts for small business, a favorite campaign pledge, really create jobs or grow the economy. Sullivan's review...
Roger Bernhardt has published an article titled "The Uncertain Requirement of Recording Assignments of Deeds of Trust". The article discusses whether or not a deed of trust is subject to the same recording requirements as a mortgage in light of...
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Francine J. Lipman and James E. Williamson have published an article titled "Social Security Benefits: Windfall Elimination Provision". The article provides advice on managing the incomes of people with both Social security and alternative pensions.Posted by Michael Nissenbaum, Associate Editor,...
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The Chief Executive Boards Blog has published an article to help employers identify toxic employees. According to the article, employers are better off without toxic employees because they cost the business money and are constantly undermining authority. See "5 Signs...
DELOITTE presents the following Financial Services Webcast. See below for a brief description of the Webcasts provided by Deloitte and registration links.Corporate Governance: Do You Have the Right People On Your Board?Thursday, December 01, 2:00 PM EST Marketplace issues today...
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Forbes has published their 2012 Investment Guide, which provides articles on topics ranging from taxes, retirement income, stocks, and investments. The guide is styled as an investment manual aimed to provide financial information to Generation Y, Generation X, and the...
Forbes has published an article discussing how relatives can help ease student loan debt. According to the article, students should seek loans from relatives, such as grandparents, or have them pay tuition directly to the school to avoid gift-tax issues.See...
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The Government Accountability Office ("GAO") has released their financial audit and report of the IRS's Fiscal Years 2011 and 2010 Financial Statements. According to the report, the IRS, while making improvements to recognize and address deficiencies, continues to have deficiencies...
A nine year study has concluded that successful entrepreneurs are not luckier than unsuccessful entrepreneurs. According to the study, successful entrepreneurs are able to take advantage of lucky events and avoid bad decisions and outcomes.See Debra Cassens Weiss, "Study Finds...
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According to a 2005 tax data study, Lawyers make up 8 percent of the top 1 percent of earners and are outranked by other professions.The study provides that:(1) executives, supervisors, and managers make up 31 percent;(2) medical professionals make up...
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Billionaires, because of their wealth and status, have to be aware of threats such as assault, kidnapping, and blackmail. To help defend against these threats, billionaires turn to the security advisers at TorchStone Global for methods to protect themselves and...
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