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Ending the Mint Experiment
A few minutes ago I canceled my account with Mint. I opened it earlier this year and have tried to appreciate its value. Unfortunately, it’s been more trouble than its worth. We have numerous bank...
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Did You Pay Estimated Taxes?
I mailed a five-figure check to the United States Treasury today. January 18 is the deadline for paying the last installment of your 2010 estimated federal income taxes. (Actually, if you file your...
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Volunteer Tax Preparer – Year Three
Veteran readers may recall that for the past two years, I have worked during tax season as a volunteer tax preparer at a local senior citizens center. I work with an IRS sanctioned program called...
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My Life as a Volunteer Tax Preparer Ch. 3.1
Yesterday I began year 3 of my life as a volunteer tax preparer. It was good to be back at the senior citizens center and working with friendly taxpayers. Actually, for many, the more correct term...
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My Life as a Volunteer Tax Preparer – Vol. 3.2
An awesome day today as a volunteer at the AARP Tax Aide Office. More words of wisdom from the happily retired and a small world interaction. The first couple I met with was a long0time retired couple...
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My Life as a Volunteer Tax Preparer – Vol. 3.3
I’ve been negligent in writing about my recent experiences at the AARP Tax-Aide volunteer office. I will attempt to catch you up on the interesting (often joyful, sometimes depressing) stories of the...
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Businesses that Should be Taxed into Oblivion
My general view of government is that sticks its bureaucratic nose into too much of our personal business. There are exceptions, one of which I was reminded of during a recent visit with my cousin in...
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