Combing the best individual and top corporate tax texts, the 2008 EDITION of WEST FEDERAL TAXATION: COMPREHENSIVE VOLUME is the most effective textbook for helping students master complex and ever-changing Tax Code. This streamlined version of the first two textbooks in the market-leading WFT Series offers a thorough and balanced treatment of the Tax Code and regulations pertaining to the individual taxpayer that covers all major developments in federal taxation, as well as complete coverage of C Corporations, Flow-Through Entities, Family Tax Planning, and other business topics, while highlighting materials of critical interest to the serious tax practitioner. Its current, comprehensive, and accessible presentation is packed with relevant, real-world examples that bring chapter concepts to life with realistic tax situations. WFT continues to gives strong emphasis to the importance of careful tax planning with special sections and integrated tax planning applications and suggestions throughout most chapters. It also offers solid coverage of how taxation is affected by international concerns. WFT is packed with tools to help you succeed on the CPA exam and throughout your career. The new CPA exam includes tax research requiring students to use RIA Checkpoint®--and WFT users will be well prepared. The book includes a thorough simulation tutorial that walks students step-by-step through the process of how to apply RIA research strategies as well as numerous research exercises to put your skills to the test. New copies of the text include a code good for 12 months of free access to RIA Checkpoint Student Version as well as tax software bestseller TurboTax® Basic and Business. Packed with examples, practical applications, and powerful learning tools, WEST FEDERAL TAXATION: COMPREHENSIVE VOLUME, 2008 EDITION delivers the most comprehensive tax coverage available.