#276: Apple Circumvents Taxes Legally

An interesting article from the New York Times via msnbc describes how Apple and other tech companies exploit our current tax code. Of particular note is how they avoid state income taxes. Someone (likely several someones) is very good at tax strategy for this company!

#275 Dixon, IL Taken by Comptroller

Read or listen to this story from NPR regarding a $30 million dollar theft by the city's comptroller and then ask yourself how this 6 year fraud went undiscovered. If you have a good answer, please share as this is just an incredible oversight by all who had fiscal responsibility! http://www.npr.org/2012/04/19/150901002/illinois-town-treasurer-accused-of-embezzling-30m

#274 Does It Pay to Belong to Warehouse Clubs?

Copy and paste the link to read an article from msnbc about the practicality of belonging to warehouse clubs such as Sam's and Costco. You may be surprised at the author's premise with regards to cost savings! http://bottomline.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2012/04/22/11308000-does-it-pay-to-be-a-warehouse-club-member?lite

Hillary's Story - An Important Message

I've known this sweet family for many years. Hillary was a bubbly, fun hairdresser who did my daughter's hair for prom. Her life has changed so much since her accident, but she is still making a difference for others as she shares her message about distracted driving. I hope you'll make time to watch this and think about the dangers of distracted driving.

#273: Where Your Tax Dollars Go

Interesting graphic from MSNBC