Candice Horbacz
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- November 1, 2026
- 41 views
Washington’s Controversial High-Earner Income Tax Sparks Legal Battles, Legislative Debates, and a Referendum Challenge
Washington State’s recently enacted income tax on high earners, slated to take effect in 2028, is already a focal point of intense legal, legislative, and public debate, signaling a turbulent…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- November 1, 2026
- 24 views
Reevaluating the Tax Exemption of Large U.S. Hospitals: A Policy Crossroads
The substantial role of tax-exempt hospitals in delivering medical care across the United States has come under increasing scrutiny, prompting policymakers and tax experts to reexamine their unique financial status.…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- October 31, 2026
- 22 views
A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Your Taxable Income: From Gross Earnings to Final Liability
Understanding one’s taxable income is a foundational element of personal finance and a critical step in fulfilling annual tax obligations. It represents the portion of an individual’s earnings that is…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- October 31, 2026
- 29 views
A “Token Tax” Could Kill the Promise of AI
The burgeoning landscape of artificial intelligence, characterized by rapid advancements in machine learning, generative models, and autonomous systems, has captivated not only the public imagination but also the attention of…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- October 31, 2026
- 50 views
Property Tax Reform Dominates November Ballots as States Seek Solutions to Rising Homeowner Burdens
Across the United States, voters are gearing up for a consequential November election that extends beyond political representation, delving directly into the financial well-being of homeowners and the fiscal stability…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- October 30, 2026
- 23 views
New Economic Research Challenges Conventional Wisdom on Revenue-Maximizing Tax Rates
Not all tax hikes bring in more revenue, as setting rates too high can inadvertently shrink the tax base and diminish overall collections. This fundamental principle, central to economic policy…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- October 30, 2026
- 58 views
Wyoming’s Property Tax Labyrinth: Voters Confront a Third Exemption as Fiscal Stability Concerns Mount
Wyoming, often characterized by its "go big or go home" ethos, is on the verge of adopting a property tax system that could be described as a choose-your-own-adventure for homeowners,…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- October 30, 2026
- 36 views
California’s Proposed Billionaire Tax Faces Scrutiny Over Evolving Scope and Economic Implications
A proposed "one-time tax" on California’s wealthiest residents, initially presented as a modest solution to state budget shortfalls for critical programs like healthcare and education, is now drawing significant criticism…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- October 29, 2026
- 31 views
Nobel Prize in Economics: Robert Hall and Pro-Growth Tax Reform
Last week, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announced that economists Robert Hall and Michael Woodford were jointly awarded the 2026 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences. The prestigious accolade…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- October 29, 2026
- 70 views
Demystifying Expensing: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act’s Core Tenets Face Scrutiny Amid AI and Data Center Investment Surge
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), a landmark legislative effort aimed at modernizing the nation’s corporate tax framework, significantly enhanced the system by introducing permanent bonus depreciation for machinery…
