California 2009 Special Election: Propositions 1A-1F

Posted on May 6th, 2009 at 10:09pm  |  Add comment

Kurtis and Nathan both gave their thoughts on the Propositions so I’ll throw in mine. Last time the propositions warranted a look because it was such a mixed bag, not so this time. Quick run down:

1A – Extend tax increases for 2 more years with $16 billion coming out of tax payer pockets
1B – Takes [...]

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California Tax Refunds Finally Going Out

Posted on March 24th, 2009 at 06:00pm  |  1 comment

I filed my taxes before they passed a budget so I knew I’d be waiting around for my refund to come through. Checked on my Refund Status and it said it was processed on 3/17 and could take up to 10 days for direct deposit. Checked my checking account today and saw my refund had [...]

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How free are we in California?

Posted on March 16th, 2009 at 08:54am  |  1 comment

Some folks at George Mason University put together this little ranking of personal and economic freedoms among the 50 states.

“Contrary to popular perception, California not only taxes and regulates  its economy more than most other states, it also aggressively interferes in the personal lives of its citizens. California ranks #48 on economic freedom and #37 [...]

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2008 Taxes are Done

Posted on February 17th, 2009 at 06:00pm  |  2 comments

Our taxes got e-filed this weekend so now we just have to wait for our returns. Federal refund was a little smaller this year, but it should come back quickly. California refund on the other hand may not materialize for a while. The state has until the end of May to get payments out or [...]

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Calif. tax refunds to be delayed starting Feb. 1

Posted on January 16th, 2009 at 02:13pm  |  Add comment

My Way News – Calif. tax refunds to be delayed starting Feb. 1.

And so it begins. If you work in any position funded by tax payers I wish you luck.

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