With total earnings of approximately $74.5 billion for 2015, Google is truly a multinational corporate juggernaut. International sales constitute a substantial portion of Google’s overall revenue source. Presently, sales in the United Kingdom make up about a tenth of Google’s entire income. In
The Dire Condition of Kansas’ State Budget
In 2012, Kansas governor Sam Brownback and the state legislature passed a measure to reduce state income tax rates for all Kansans and eliminate income tax for some 300,000 LLCs. Brownback and his fellow statesmen reasoned that such a measure would re-energize the state economy and promote job
Alaska’s Current Tax Debate
The decline in oil tax revenue has sparked an important debate among Alaskan policymakers. Historically, Alaska’s oil supply has resulted in surpluses for its state government; now, with oil production on the decrease, state legislators are seeking measures in order to confront the newly created
The Amazon Sales Tax Dispute
With its seemingly endless number of products, competitive prices and customer focused shipping practices, Amazon.com (Amazon) is truly a commercial force to be reckoned with. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Amazon.com is the largest internet-based retailer in the world and, as of 2015, has
The Biggest Tax Fears of U.S. Citizens
Americans have many fears when it comes to filing taxes. One of the most common is missing the tax filing deadline. Everyone is well aware of this date, but many people procrastinate and run out of time. Below is a list of the most common fears related to taxes experienced by Americans.Having to
Which Presidential Candidate Has the Best Tax Plan?
As it gets closer to election time, presidential candidates are voicing their tax plans for the American public to stew over. Tax plans on the democratic side seem to be raising taxes across the board. Most republican candidates are simply making adjustments to existing tax brackets.Individual
5 Gigantic Companies That Didn’t Pay Their Taxes
Although major companies and corporations are successful, not all of them pay their taxes. Individuals and rich people are not the only ones that avoid paying taxes. Corporations are keeping a good amount of their funds out of the U.S.Bank of AmericaBank of America has more than 300 off-shore
Why Your 2015 IRA Contribution Will Hurt Your Children’s 2016-2017 College Aid
College aid is a huge help for students to afford college. You probably need it to help them get a good standard of living while they are studying in higher education. But your IRA contributions for 2015 may ruin their ability to receive the funding they need.This article will explain why.The