Books

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The Stamp Act of 1765 The Stamp Act of 1765 Dennis B. Fradin "Covers the Stamp Act of 1765 as a watershed event in U.S. history, influencing social, economic, and political policies that shaped the nation's future"--Provided by publisher. OL15050257W
Taxes, Spending, and the U. S. Government's March Towards Bankruptcy Taxes, Spending, and the U. S. Government's March Towards Bankruptcy Daniel N Shaviro What's in a word? Plenty, when it's a word such as 'taxes', 'spending', or 'deficits' that pervades Washington political debate despite lacking coherent economic content. The United States is moving … OL15172655W
Make Money in Real Estate Tax Liens Make Money in Real Estate Tax Liens Chantal Howell Carey MAKE MONEY IN REAL ESTATE TAX LIENS How does a guaranteed short-term profit of fifteen, twenty-five, or even fifty percent sound? What if you could acquire a property valued at $100,000 with just … OL15174229W
JK Lasser's New Rules for Estate and Tax Planning JK Lasser's New Rules for Estate and Tax Planning Stewart H Welch III A complete guide to planning an estate under today's tax rules When it comes to your estate-no matter how big or small it may be-you shouldn't leave anything to chance. Proper planning is necessary … OL15190164W
U.S. energy tax policy U.S. energy tax policy Gilbert E. Metcalf "The United States faces enormous challenges in the energy area. Climate change, biofuels policy, energy security, and environmental degradation are all intimately bound up with energy production and… OL15522001W
Every nonprofit's tax guide Every nonprofit's tax guide Stephen Fishman "Explains the IRS rules and regulations nonprofits must comply with, as well as what they must do to maintain a tax-exempt status"--Provided by publisher. OL16495382W
Spreading the Wealth Spreading the Wealth Stanley Kurtz When Barack Obama told “Joe the Plumber” that he wanted to “spread the wealth around,” he wasn’t just using a figure of speech. Since the 2008 campaign, Stanley Kurtz has established himself as one … OL16654366W
Writing off ideas Writing off ideas Randall G. Holcombe "In the twentieth century, tax-exempt foundations grew substantially both in their financial importance and in the scope of their activities. Today, a large and accelerating percentage of wealth is b… OL17193483W
Using taxes to reform health insurance Using taxes to reform health insurance Henry J. Aaron,Leonard Burman "Examines the role that taxes currently play, the likely effects of recently introduced health savings accounts, the challenges of administering major subsidies for health insurance through the tax s… OL17896310W
A fine mess A fine mess T. R. Reid The U.S. tax code is a total write-off. Crammed with loopholes and special interest provisions, it works for no one except tax lawyers, accountants, and huge corporations. Not for the first time, we … OL20054771W
Parlay your IRA into a family fortune Parlay your IRA into a family fortune Ed Slott Ed Slott is without a doubt "one of the country's leading IRA experts" (Reader's Digest). Appearing at a time when virtually everyone is concerned about retirement savings, this authoritative thoroug… OL2897563W
Fair not flat Fair not flat Edward J. McCaffery Everyone knows that the current tax system is unfair. Some of the richest people in America pay no tax, while a huge share of the tax burden falls on the rest of us. A mere glance at the tax code con… OL3287889W
Every Landlord's Tax Deduction Guide Every Landlord's Tax Deduction Guide Stephen Fishman This bestseller is the only book on tax deductions specifically for residential landlords! Named a "Top 10 Real Estate Book" by Robert Bruss, syndicated real estate columnistIf you own rental propert… OL57232W
Working for Yourself Working for Yourself Stephen Fishman Be your own boss -- easily, efficiently and successfully -- with this bestseller!Whether you're an independent contractor, freelancer, or consultant, it all adds up to the same thing: You need to be … OL57237W
Does Atlas Shrug? The Economic Consequences of Taxing the Rich Does Atlas Shrug? The Economic Consequences of Taxing the Rich Joel B. Slemrod 524 p. : 25 cm OL8275270W
The  First-Time Homeowner's Tax Guide The First-Time Homeowner's Tax Guide Robert Balducci For many, nothing is as nerve-racking as buying your first home--that is, until it is to time prepare your taxes for the first time after the purchase. Mortgage interest deductions, property tax ded… OL9859996W