Multiplying Your Wealth By Subtraction

There’s one skit by comedian Steve Martin that I absolutely love: You can be a millionaire and never pay taxes. You can have one million dollars and never pay taxes. You say “Steve, how can I be a millionaire and never pay taxes?” First, get a million dollars. Now, you say “Steve, what do I say to the taxman when he comes to my door and says, ‘you have never paid taxes.’” Two simple words, two simple words in the English language: “I...