‘Tax’ Archive

Revenue Audit

The Inland Revenue decides to audit Paddy, and summons him to an appointment with the most thorough auditor in the office. The auditor is not surprised when Paddy shows up with his solicitor. The auditor says, ‘Well, sir, you have an extravagant lifestyle and no full-time employment, which you explain by saying that you win [...]

The Farmer’s Tax Return

Copy of a letter from a farmer in Melbourne in reply to an Income Tax demand Dear Sir; Your letter arrived this morning in an open envelope with & penny stamp on it. My son and I would have gained much pleasure from it had it not revived in us a melancholy reflection of what [...]

The Hooker’s Tax Return

A woman walks into her accountant’s office and tells him that she needs to file her taxes. The accountant says, “Before we begin, I’ll need to ask a few questions.” He gets her name, address, social security number, etc. and then asks, “What is your occupation?” The woman replies, “I’m a whore.” The accountant balks [...]

Synagogue Audit

At the end of the tax year the Tax Office sent an inspector to audit the books of a synagogue. While he was checking the books he turned to the Rabbi and said, “I notice you buy a lot of candles. What do you do with the candle drippings?” “Good question,” noted the Rabbi. “We [...]

Donation

Father O’Malley answers the phone. “Hello, is this Father O’Malley?” “It is!” “This is the Income Tax Office. Can you help us?” “I can!” “Do you know a Ted Houlihan?” “I do!” “Is he a member of your congregation?” “He is!” “Did he donate €10,000 to the church?” “He will.”

Last Penny

A father walks into a restaurant with his young son and gives the young boy 3 pennies to play with to keep him occupied. Suddenly, the boy starts choking, going blue in the face. The father realises the boy has swallowed the coins and starts slapping him on the back. The boy coughs up 2 [...]