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Peter Blank

Editor, The Kiplinger Tax Letter

Peter Blank passed away in November 2017. He had worked on the staff of since 1981 and had edited the publication since 1999. He earned a BSE in civil engineering from Princeton University, a JD from Widener University School of Law and an LLM in taxation from Georgetown University.

taxes

The Seven Deadly Taxpayer Sins

Wrath.

November 10, 2015

taxes

Is It Time to Switch Your Business to a C Corporation?

S firm owners face some decisions in light of new tax rates.

June 25, 2013

Taxes

Best Bet on Your Tax Hit Next Year

Here’s what you can expect when Congress takes up several big tax issues in a lame-duck session next month.

October 5, 2010

Your Business

More Tax Breaks, Loans for Small Business

After months of delay, President Obama will soon get to sign legislation he's touted as a big help to small business.

September 16, 2010

Taxes

Debate on Tax OverhaulIs Under Way (Really)

But it’s no surprise if you missed the story buried in last week’s newspapers.

September 3, 2010

Taxes

Big Tax Changes Loom For Individuals, Businesses

It’ll take a year or three of intensive debate, but a major tax overhaul is a good bet.

August 17, 2010

Your Business

Six Tax Breaks for Small Business

Plus steps to ease the credit crunch for smalls -- all in a bill moving rapidly through Congress.

July 14, 2010

Taxes

Is a U.S. VAT in the Cards?

It’s more than a long shot. But lawmakers will tackle some other thorny tax issues before the year is out.

May 24, 2010

taxes

Tax Error? Can't Blame the Software

The “Tim Geithner Defense” is rejected by the tax court.

May 6, 2010

business

Tax Break for Firms Now Hiring

Here’s what employers need to know to take advantage of the new jobs bill.

April 20, 2010

Home & Real Estate

New Law Adds Tax Breaks for Real Estate

But watch out if you plan to make a vacation home your primary residence.

August 15, 2008