So I have been working on my tax return for 2010, and in doing so, ran across what seems to me to be an unusual situation. Deep within the list of potential deductions, TurboTax asks me how much money I spent on preparing my taxes. Why? Because if I spent more than $1400 or so, I can count it as a deduction on my taxes. This fact alone is proof enough to me that our tax laws are too messed up and convoluted. If we have to give people deductions on their taxes because preparing their taxes is so complicated, than we ought to simplify things significantly.
Thoughts?
I'm just glad you're handling it and not me. The few moments I sat next to you last night trying to "help" just gave me a headache. I love you! :)
ReplyDeleteActually the deduction is tied to your adjusted gross income; but your point is well-taken. The system is so convoluted as to be a travesty.
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