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Complying With Tax Laws

November 21st, 2008

Complying With Tax Laws

For many of us, paying taxes is a stressful, yes, taxing affair. Awake! thus asked a tax expert for some practical suggestions.

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Think Before You Move!

November 21st, 2008

Think Before You Move!

Tax systems vary from country to country. In fact, local income taxes may vary drastically within the same country. Is it worth considering a move to an area where tax rates are lower? Perhaps, but you should think before you move.

For example, an article in the OECD Observer reminds readers that the basic income-tax rate is not the whole story. It says:

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Payers, Avoiders, and Evaders

November 21st, 2008

Payers, Avoiders, and Evaders

Most people will at least begrudgingly acknowledge the benefits that taxes bring to their community. The head of the British Inland Revenue once explained:

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Why So Complicated?

November 21st, 2008

Why So Complicated?

Whenever a new tax is proposed, legislators try to close any possible tax loopholes. Remember: Enormous amounts of money are at stake. The result? Tax laws tend to be complex and highly technical. An article in Time magazine explains that many of the complications in U.S. tax law

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Social Engineering

November 21st, 2008

Social Engineering

Taxes also serve as a means of

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