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Go with a Pro - Tax Time, Your Wallet and Brass Taxes

If someone was reading my mind it was the dudes over at Brass Taxes.

In my Google Reader yesterday there was a message from the Brokelyn blog about Brass Taxes and 5 reasons why you should not file them on your own.

My tax situation is a clusterfuck to put it mildly. SInce 2008 I have not filed with the IRS.

During the last 3 years I have worked in numerous capacities with a number of start-up companies - I even had my own company begin-run-fail during this period. I was unemployed/unemployable for a portion of 2009 and 2010 while trying to figure out next steps following the collapse of Trackstand. As an advisor to start-ups, a board member, a founder, a VP of operations, an intern and bike messenger my obligations, W2’s, 1099s and all sorts of shit is all over the place. That was a run on sentence.

This year I decided to get a handle on all my financial obligations so it made sense for me to see someone who knows what the hell they are talking about.

Hence this little video did the trick.

Rus was really helpful. He walked me through my 2010 filing and we looked over my bills, statements and numerous pieces of paperwork that I have dutifully kept tucked away in a big large container.

 And considering I went from being afraid of my tax obligation (yesterday afternoon) to a $2148 refund (this is only based on my 2010 filing). I would say it was well worth the $200 and one hour of my Sunday morning.

Sean Penn Deserves Some Respect

Sean Penn lived down the street from my parents house - in Ross, California.

Its nice to see that he has given up the glamor of Hollywood and the Bay Area (at least temporarily) for the greater good.

His brash, no-holds barred enthusiasm is something I admire. Here he is a dude that can do anything and he chooses to spend his time helping the people of Haiti. He’s not trying to be Johnny Depp or George Clooney.

He’s living in a fucking tent, working 18 hour days and helping people. He operates his NGO with 3.2% of the money donated. Most of these bureaucratic sinkholes operate in the 20-35% or more range.

Penn is a lean and mean entrepreneurial machine.

We hear in tech start-ups about the small, mobile team that makes it all work.

This is something similar, but different altogether. Viral aspects of an NGO can not scale efficiently. The team needs funding, leadership and direction if it is to prove successful. It would appear that Penn’s group is just this. A small team led by a dictator who does not second guess himself.

We need dictators to take the reigns every now and then. Relief help is about solutions and trying out new things. Unfortunately for hippies that means that not everyone’s opinion will be heard - but I think thats fine and fair.

Too many cooks in the kitchen is a recipe for disaster.

When I was younger, Penn asked me for a cigarette at Woodland’s Market. I didn’t have a clue who he was.

“Sorry dude, I don’t smoke and I am 13”

I think thats just how he rolls - if he wants something - even a cigarette - he’ll ask anyone who will listen and could help him.

Don’t hate the player. Hate the game.

Help!!! My Wheelset was Stolen!!!!

They are blue deep v rims laced to white phil wood hubs. Front tire is green and back tire is a black randonneur.

If you see or know anything please email me kristian@trackstand.com or call me ASAP!

917.   293.  5746

Thank you!

Lejeune Track Early 70s

Lejeune Track Early 70s

Breakfast of a Winner

Breakfast of a Winner

Kristian’s Cake - The Photo

Kristian’s Cake - The Photo

Kristian Bakes A Cake

Last week I made devil’s food cake with chocolate fudge. It went over well with most of my friends.

There was however one woman - whose name I will not forfeit - who expressed creative criticism.

“This tastes like cake mix.”

To which I replied.

“Yes, what did you think I was going to do…? Actually bake the cake from scratch?” (Expressed as snarky as possible)

“Ughh…that’s what it means to ‘bake’ a cake Kristian!”

“Well next time use milk instead of water” she instructed.

In the interest of trying new things I used 1 1/2 cups of milk this week in the recipe. I hope my friend approves. And I hope my friends who enjoy some of my cake enjoy the addition of the milk too.

Bake a Cake and Eat It!

Bake a Cake and Eat It!

Beautiful Day for Biking

Beautiful Day for Biking

New Frame Day 70’s Motobecane Conversion

New Frame Day 70’s Motobecane Conversion