Government & Regulatory
Governmental activities, including laws and regulation, have a significant influence on financial matters. Alerts and no and notices generally provide helpful information.
“24 Defendants Sentenced in Multimillion Dollar India-Based Call center Scam Targeting U.S. Victims”
Department of Justice 20180720
“White House Turf Battle Threatens to Delay Tax Law Rollout” 20180403 NYT
Uncertainty as to what the tax laws punishes taxpayers that want to consider tax consequences of their actions.
The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015
Social Security, Medicare Part B and other provisions unrelated to the impending default on U.S. debt.
“Ex-Im Bank Dispute Threatens G.E. Factory That Obama Praised” 20151025 NYT
There have been other large companies the are considering or have decided to move operations out of the U.S. for the same reason.
“Billionaires’ Bluff” 20150625 PC
“Why Tax Brackets Aren’t the Key to Simplifying the Tax Code” 20150514 B
“The Day That Changed Wall Street Forever” 20150430.WSJ
May 1,1975 Contrary to concern that it would be harmful,
“The Real Internal Revenue Scandal“20140705NYT
The sam applies to the VA and the SEC.
“Look Who’s Locking Horns Over Retirement Accounts” 20130809WSJ
Stockbrokers and insurance agents flex their political muscle to avoid being required to act in the best interest of their clients and avoid conflicts.