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Online Sportsbook Founder Held Liable for $36 Million In Tax And Penalties
March 18, 2014
Forbes – Last week, I detailed my fantasy of fleeing public accounting for life as an illegal bookmaker. I was, of course, indulging in nothing more than a bit of playful escapism, meant to dull the pain of another long busy season. But after reviewing the Tax Court’s decision in Kaplan v. Commissioner, T.C. Memo 2014-43, I think I’m ready to give my two-weeks notice. Like, today. Because while Kaplan may not enlighten with regards to the tax law, it does reveal just how much bookmakers earn. And it’s a lot. As in a $24 million tax bill, which translates…