I wrote/mailed tax checks today...

"Why are so many of you still writing checks? For estimated taxes, the IRS site takes electronic payments. "

tk21- I think most of us know. I write a check as a...nevermind

My accountant concurs. Trump did it.

Funny....I never had to write a check to the tax man until Trump changed the tax code.

Oh I have had to on occasion. 

.I never had to write a check to the tax man until Trump changed the tax code

I am thrilled at the privilege to pay my fair share of taxes each year for the privilege to live in a great country. Far from perfect I know but maybe the least imperfect scenario going.

To everyone wishing for a national sales/VAT tax, it places an undue burden on those who spend everything to make ends meet. A flat tax simply doesnt cut it either, too much income is passive and doesnt end up in a bin that can be taxed under any of the proposed methods to date. 

I should be paying more…most of us should. 

I should be paying more…most of us should. 

There is nothing stopping you from paying more, just don't take any deductions.