Private Investigator Taxation Simple, a.k.a. Tax, is on the case following the mysterious disappearance of the likable Mr. Quincy B. I. Donaldson, a.k.a. QBID. Join the thrilling hunt for answers as Tax uncovers the secrets of the most intriguing and intimidating 2017 tax reform provisions. Watch this suspenseful blend of tax insight and drama to get the scoop on Internal Revenue Code Section 199A and find QBID before it’s too late!
The Cast
- Kyle A. Thomas as Taxation Simple
- Taylor Haverstick as Sally Sue Thompson Bright
- Teri Austin as Mimi DeMinimis
- Jacob Brower as Quincy B.I. Donaldson (QBID)
- Clara Plasse as Party Guest #1
- Curtis Stout as Party Guest #2
- Chris Greig as Carl P. Albright
- Emma Elliott as Annie Story
- Robert A. Montgomery as Can I. Deductit
- Kolyn Marshall as Overall Loss
- Nick Maples as Pro Avoidance
- Daniel Salsman as Doc Brown
- Damien Martin as himself
The Crew
- Executive Producer – Damien Martin
- Director/Producer – Aaron Phares
- Written by Aaron Phares & Damien Martin
- Cinematography & Editing by Garret Layman
- Sound Edit & Mix by Aaron Phares
- Set Design by Aaron Phares & Garret Layman
- Key Grip – Joe Mason
- Hair & Makeup Artist – Christine Vande Griend
- Boom Operators
- Aaron Phares
- Andrew Rice
- Brittney Greer
- Production Assistant – Brayden Proctor
- Wardrobe Provided by Emma Elliott
Special thanks to Jesse Palmer and Greg Cole.
Shot exclusively in Springfield, Missouri.
Featuring The Holland Building.
Vintage car provided by Route 66 Car Museum.
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Disclaimer: The information contained in this "Simply Tax™" production is based on data available as of the date of its release and is not to be considered as tax, legal, or financial advice. Applying specific information to your situation requires careful consideration of facts and circumstances, and BKD is under no obligation to update this content if changes occur. Please consult your tax, legal, or investment advisor before acting on any matters covered.
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Simply Tax Podcast
- Episode 8: The Nitty Gritty—of Section 199A—with Tony Nitti
- Episode 16: AICPA's 199A Task Force
- Episode 35: The Proposed 199A Regulations with Tony Nitti
- Episode 37: #TaxTwitter Answers to 199A Questions
- Episode 43: The Hearing on the Proposed 199A Regs
- Episode 46: Do You Have 199A Confusionosis?
- Episode 54: Putting the §199A Pieces Together
Webinars
- Insights & Planning Points from the Proposed §199A Regulations (presented August 22, 2018 by Damien Martin and Jesse Palmer)
- Pass-Through Considerations of Tax Reform (presented January 23. 2018 by Damien Martin and Jesse Palmer)
- The QBI Deduction: Insights on the Latest Guidance (presented January 31, 2019 by Damien Martin and Kori Zey
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