HOUSE OVERSIGHT 023227 idea even as to what questions to ask. he knows little of finance, is bullshitted over by almost everyone in the office. a little man, using your power, to appear larger . Eileen was self aware enough to know she was over her head, that is a huge difference. bad info is rampant a simple emblematic example- 3 million in deductions Im told were taken for art space but on closer examination it turns out they cannot be used at all. ( ZERO benefit ) though you will be told yes they were deducted on the return they said that is the only real question you were focused on ! " were they deducted " not 2 is there a benefit" !! I asked for the balance sheet and P and L for Regan arts , a basic first step in order to check your financials. "sorry we never got one?" though 9.8 million invested, no p&l, nothing!, a construction project run amok, no budget, the coo fired after only 3 months. , no clue. fyi artspace financials are also a total mess. ( no receivables ??). when i asked for a list of what got done and did not, i received the email from Brad basicailly mind you own business, so much was promised. !!! As in your words probably your closest friend and in order to turn the page. I hope the following to be constructive Here is a list of things I think would be in your interest to get done asap .but definitely not by me. i suggest you form new grats. , hire a high level tax partner. use your trading accounts as they remain a paramount requirement 16 months after i emailed you re their importance. THe Phaidon transaction papered and structured as contemplated DOES NOT WORK, its as simple as that. DOES NOT!! I suggest again that you re-do bank loans, no need to pay interest at higher rates on boat or plane. . as Richard is now no longer trustee. re- do will, make suydam executor , with Barry, and john as back up. pay 1 million a year for executor role. get rid of Judy Black trust, deal with gifts and their tax returns, . review amou