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True Tax Crime · November 3rd, 2025
True Tax Crime: The Ghost Tax Preparer of Augusta
When a friendly Augusta tax preparer promised huge tax refunds, no one expected the IRS would call him a ghost, fine him $1M, and send him to federal prison. Dive into the $1M refund scam that fooled a community, and see how a real IRS Enrolled Agent breaks down the mistakes and red flags that alerted the IRS.
Shoeboxed Staff
Shoeboxed Staff Writers
Tax Savings · September 5th, 2025
Mileage Ace Mileage Tracker Review & Alternative: Best GPS Mileage Tracker?
Did you know tracking the miles you drive for business could save you thousands on taxes? Drive 10,000 business miles and you can knock about $2,600 off your bill at the highest tax bracket. In this expert review of the Mileage Ace automatic mileage tracker, we break down whether it delivers on that promise — and if it’s the right tool for you. Read to the end for a free alternative.
Shoeboxed Staff
Shoeboxed Staff Writers
Tax Savings · July 25th, 2025
The Augusta Rule: A Tax Strategy Worth Its Hassle?
Follow along as Mitchell Baldridge, CPA, CFP®, and founder of BetterBookkeeping.com, helps his client Sarah legally save $4,921 in taxes using a little-known strategy called “The Augusta Rule.” Here’s how it works—and how you can use it too.
Mitchell Baldridge, CPA, CFP®
Mitchell Baldridge, CPA, CFP®, co-founder of Better Bookkeeping
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