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Waggin Tails · RV-Dreams Family Member

Tax Stuff

bjoyce · RV-Dreams Family Member

Sounds like scare tactics sales to me. I can't say he is wrong, but his sales techniques are the type I run from. If what he says is true, he will not be the only one with answers.

-- Edited by bjoyce on Monday 17th of October 2011 08:39:18 PM

Racerguy · RV-Dreams Family Member

What Bill said x's 2

Terry and Jo · RV-Dreams Family Member

I would also have to agree, even though I am not a tax expert. First of all, he "guarantees" something that he can't and then what is that about a 6 month limit?

Having been a salesman and a store manager (thus a sales manager), I would avoid this kind of salesman every day.

Terry

Jake62 · RV-Dreams Family Member

I agree with George & Terry,

This individual has no credentials to go with his bio and makes generic "scare tactics" claims about the IRS which he doesn't support by any specific tax law. He charges $75 for his course, and then charges $50 for a one-on-one one hour conversation. Now mind you, that doesn't have anything to do with actually filing your taxes. Living in DC and having worked with IRS officials, I have no idea of what he's talking about.

I would personally stick with Turbo Tax which is very user friendly and has specific blocks for those that work at home (on wheels or S&B) and has been around for over a decade. If you're not comfortable with Turbo Tax, then I'd go to H&R Block where you would actually spend less money, have one-on-consultation, and get your taxes filed.

Too bad Howard's off on another continent, I believe he was a tax attorney in his former life and he could shed a little more light; however, I would simple post: "Buyer Beware."

karen948 · RV-Dreams Family Member

I'm a tax preparer, so I have to add my opinion. The comments that he makes regarding the IRS stepping up their audits is true. I have a girlfriend that went to work for the IRS and she verified that they are hiring additional auditors to conduct more audits. The things that he claims he will teach you are possible, there are special deductions for temporary work assignments, and a temporary work assignment is considered any job that lasts under 1 year from your home.

However, the things that he will teach you to deduct, are going to add you to the list of returns that the IRS is stepping up their audits on. I was trained to advise my clients that business expenses are a big red flag with the IRS so make sure that you have all the proper documentation to back up your claims. So my opinion, I would find a professional experienced in this area to prepare that type of return for you so that you have someone you can turn to if you recieive a love letter from the IRS. I have received a letter from the IRS in the past, and they are intimidating. I was able to fight my claim by writing a letter and I won, but I've known lots of people that received similar letters and they rolled over and mailed the IRS a check.

I'm tempted to take the course to see what he has to say LOL.

Karen

The Bear II · RV-Dreams Family Member

Like Dave Ramsay said today on his radio show "I read books, I don't alway believe what I read, but I read them and learn what I can from the book"

The more information you have the better prepared you can be. For $75.00 I would buy it and use it along with other resources (like TurboTax) to build a tax strategy.

Waggin Tails · RV-Dreams Family Member

Thanks for the feedback. I know I can always count on this forum for good advice. Rarely do I buy into internet marketing in any form especially when it comes off looking like a bargain.
I think I'll my $$$.

yartravels · RV-Dreams Community Member

I agree with Karen 948. I have heard the same thing about additional auditors.

I took this course...I am a Clubworkamper Gold member.

I am always looking for information on tax savings. I worked for H&R Block, taking their courses, and also have taken college courses on tax preparation.

The course, held by George Montgomery, brought up some valid issues but some of them are "grey area" as to if you can prove the deduction or not. You must keep excellent records.

Another individual, Mark Kohler, an accountant, lawyer, and author, also advises on the subject. His website is www.markjkohler.com. I have one of his books and receive a weekly e-mail from his radio show. This might be a better offering since there is no charge for his e-mails and advise from his radio show.

Hope this helps people looking for tax saving advise.

LandYachty · RV-Dreams Family Member

Having been in and out of the tax business for a few years, and having been a fulltime RVer the bottom line is that you "probably" have to file state taxes in each state you worked. ( I did taxes for one workkamper couple with 9 states - they liked to work in Wendy's??) Usually the TurboTax will get you through all the details (you have to get separate state modules), that said the biggest thing you have to do is to keep very accurate records. If you plan to run your workkamping as a business keep the records. I agree with Karen948, but don't be afraid to use those business expenses - just be expected to justify them.