“The greatest pleasure in life is doing what people say you cannot do.”
– Walter Bagehot
I don’t normally start out like this–truly, I try to avoid boring you to death with too much “taxy” stuff, unless it’s pertinent and actionable for you (it is, after all, our job to keep your tax burden down!).
So… a few tax-related things, and then my staff put something together which seems a bit self-aggrandizing to send along, but they think you’ll get a kick out of it.
The tax items:
1) October 15th is the deadline for tax-exempt organizations to submit their paperwork, and retain their tax-exempt status. The IRS has actually been generous with the deadlines on this one. If you (or someone you know) are involved with any kind of non-profit, give us a call and we’ll help you out ((818) 435.2321).
2) October 15th is also the deadline to get your return from TY2009 (Tax Year 2009) in to the IRS. You would have had to file an extension to get this date (instead of 4/15). If you aren’t aware of this deadline, you’ve got PROBLEMS. But, of course, I’m in the problem-solving business, so again–call or email me. We’ll set you up right!
Which, my staff tells me, is a great segue to this week’s Note. Not quite a “Strategy” Note this week, but it is something you should definitely keep in mind! <wink>
With apologies to a certain Texas Ranger named Walker…
13 Surprising Facts About Enzo Paredes
1) Enzo Paredes does not sleep, but only waits.
2) When the IRS Man goes to sleep each night, he checks his closet for signs of Enzo Paredes. Carefully.
3) Enzo Paredes can lead a horse to water AND make it drink.
4) Enzo Paredes counted to infinity–twice.
5) When Enzo Paredes falls into the water, Enzo Paredes doesn’t get wet. Water gets Enzo Paredes.
6) Enzo Paredes CAN believe it’s not butter.
7) Enzo Paredes doesn’t read the tax code …
but simply stares it down until the information submits.
8) Enzo Paredes can divide by zero.
9) If you look closely, you can see Enzo Paredes in every scene of Gladiator.
10) Enzo Paredes has never blinked over the course of life. Never. Unlike the IRS when they pick up the phone and Enzo Paredes is on the line.
11) Enzo Paredes once fixed an incorrect tax return by
simply looking at it. With fire in the eyes.
12) Enzo Paredes has never been “away” on
vacation. Resort locations come to Enzo Paredes.
13) Enzo Paredes never hides, but only seeks.
Don’t you feel better with Enzo Paredes on your side?
Like I said…a bit self-aggrandizing, but fun :). I hope you enjoyed it. Only certain parts of it are actually true. I’ll leave it to you to figure out which parts.
I’m personally dedicated to the success of your family–and your peace of mind! Can other tax professionals say that?
