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Eva Rosenberg, MBA, is an Enrolled Agent in Encino, California. She is a sought-after speaker on tax and small business issues. Her practice focuses on small business, non-filers, and problem tax audits. Her Tripod columns are short, easily understood explanations of tax laws and loopholes that can help individuals, families, and small business owners reduce the bite the government takes out of each paycheck. Cars — Buying, Leasing, and the IRS Eva says tax rules may strongly influence your decision to buy a Neon or lease an Integra. Published November 3, 1997. How to Hire a Tax Professional There's nothing wrong with admitting you need a little help sometimes; here's some advice from a pro about how to get the best help money can buy. Published October 13, 1997. Start-Up Capital for YOUR Small Business Brainstorm Our tax expert says there's tax-free money for the asking from small investors. Published September 29, 1997. Let's Get Relative Does our government really have "family values"? You wouldn't think so from the way the IRS randomly punishes households — but our tax guru is here with some year-round tips for minimizing the ouch. Published May 19, 1997. Freelance: Are You Really Self-Employed? Tax laws for freelancers and the self-employed are tricky — and you may even be shocked to discover that you don't qualify! Published April 7, 1997. Let's Get Down to Business Eva looks at changes in the tax laws for small businesses (including home-based businesses) and offers advice on ways to make the most of your deductions. Published March 17, 1997. Let's Get Personal April 15, 1997 looms ever nearer. Our fearless tax reporter wades into the confusing waters of tax law — and explains changes in tax laws for individuals and families that may change the way you file this year. Published February 24, 1997. All in the Family Eva shows how to keep money out of the hands of the IRS — by hiring your own family to run a home business. Published January 2, 1997. Changes Galore — but Can We Keep Anymore? Eva has deciphered the tax law changes for 1997 and 1998 to save you money this year and next. It's never to late to rescue your wallet! Published December 22, 1997. Educational Savings You can get a tax break on your higher education. Degrees need not mean debt. Published March 9, 1998. Get Divorced for Money! Being married can be extremely costly on account of taxes. Read this feature and you'll want to stay single forever. Published June 2, 1998. OTHER TRIPOD TAX COLUMNS: Beth Kobliner The best-selling author of "Get a Financial Life: Personal Finance in Your 20s and 30s" explains how to beat the tax man with a 401(k) plan.