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Does OBBBA Bring Big Changes?
On July 4th, 2025, One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) was signed into law by President Donald Trump. The legislation has been branded as the president’s signature tax and economic policy to help working class Americans. The question you, as the reader, are asking is if you will benefit from the new law?


Quinn Hughes has Wild Tax Savings Opportunity in Minnesota
On December 12 th , 2025, Quinn Hughes was traded from the Vancouver Canucks to the Minnesota Wild in a blockbuster trade that shocked the hockey world. The Norris Trophy winning Hughes was born in Florida, grew up in Michigan, and attended the University of Michigan before being drafted by the Canucks. As a high profile, prolific athlete, his tax situation will be scrutinized. Hughes' background on paper provides the opportunity for him to have established himself as either


Trumped Up IRAs - Dissecting 530A Bank Accounts
One of the most marketed elements of the new OBBA is the creation of 530A Bank Accounts, branded as “Trump Accounts.” It is important to note that there is a provision to allow these accounts to be open but they are not available for contributions until July 5th, 2026. When they do come on, it’s important for parents to make the most informed decision when planning for their children’s future and putting them in the best position to meet long-term goals.


Jock Tax Comes to Campus
With student athletes now able to profit from their likeness in the form of name, image and likeness, Universities like their...


Pittsburgh’s Jock Tax is Ruled Unconstitutional
Judge Rules Pittsburgh’s Facility Fee is a Violation of Pennsylvania’s Constitution and Prohibits the City from Collecting It UPDATE AS...


Seattle & Shane are Right Fit
Draft prospect Shane Wright falls from first overall to fourth and in the process reaps the financial reward. By: Alan Pogroszewski...


Name, Image, & Likeness: Three words that will end ameturism under the NCAA
Introduction On June 30, 2021, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) released a statement allowing college athletes to...


Tax Season can be Taxing to Professional Athletes
Whether you are a seasoned veteran or a rookie navigating tax season for the first time, it can prove to be an extremely stressful time...


“Jock Tax” is a Headache to Professional Athletes
How the Pandemic, Covid-19 Protocol and the bubble have affected how the Jock Tax is Calculated and Reported Introduction During the...


Ouch! You Mean It’s Not Tax Free Income?
Although Athletes receive credits for taxes paid overseas, they should understand that foreign income isn’t tax free and they still need...


Understanding of the Jock Tax provides Value to the Bottom Line
Introduction In negotiations, knowledge is power for both the athlete and the organization. By quantifying the financial and tax...


No “Jock Tax” Makes Dollars & Sense To Free Agents
What type of advantage does the NHL expansion team in Seattle have in signing free agents in the open market? Introduction This past...


Missouri to be the Big Winner in this year’s Super Bowl
Whether the Chiefs win or Lose the State of Missouri is the big winner on Sunday. Introduction Win or lose the State of Missouri will...


Taxman Paying Close Attention to Mahomes-Brady Matchup
If Mahomes fails to clear the last hurdle, Tom Brady and the Buccaneers, in his quest for a second consecutive Super Bowl, he would be...


What Does Domicile Have to Do With It?
Introduction Under the United States Constitution each state has the freedom to invoke their own tax policy separate from the federal...


King’s Ransom
Potential tax reform takes a substantial bite out of not only Lebron James contract extension but all professional athlete’s contracts....


Stanley Cup Playoffs Provide Tax Savings
Introduction For US resident hockey players, playing outside the United States borders in two Canadian hub cities in this year’s Stanley...


The New Moneyball (Article Summary)
Professional sports teams in high-tax states need to adjust to a new economic reality under the Tax Cut and Jobs Act of 2017. This past...


Pittsburgh’s Jock Tax is Under Attack
Non-resident NHL players face five times the jock tax in Pittsburgh as compared to their resident counterparts This past November, the...


Rams Win Cost California Nearly 1/2 Million in Jock Tax Revenue
As the Los Angeles Ram’s advance to his year’s Super Bowl the State of California ends up the ones paying! INTRODUCTION When the Los...
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