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In the latest chapter of bizarre government antics, the IRS has decided to turn its gaze toward OnlyFans content creators. Now, one might think the IRS has more pressing matters to attend to, but apparently, this isn’t the case. In a recent development that’s sure to get more than a few chuckles and eye rolls, the IRS is reportedly tasked with determining whether OnlyFans earnings should be taxed, focusing particularly on their “no tax on tips” policy. As the IRS delves into this venture, their agents find themselves paid to essentially watch adult content. It’s quite the career path, isn’t it?
Now, let’s ponder this new IRS assignment for a moment. Are they really going to distinguish exactly what qualifies as tip-worthy versus taxed income while watching adult videos? What a time to be a taxpayer, knowing that part of the contributions goes to an agency tasked with an exercise like this. Maybe the agents will need to take extensive notes—and unplanned breaks—to make sure everything’s in order. It raises the question if they’d even know adult content when they see it.
Meanwhile, the thought of taxpayers financing IRS agents’ subscriptions to such platforms is laughable. Are they truly using our dollars to fund these OnlyFans subscriptions in their eager pursuit of justice? Perhaps it’s worth asking just how large the IRS’s budget for these research activities is. One could wonder if there might be a more sensible route, like simply not heading into this quagmire at all. The absurdity is enriched when considering the likelihood of agents claiming they need months of dedicated watching to fully understand the nature of these transactions.
What makes this all the more intriguing is the reality of OnlyFans economics. While stories of top earners make headlines, the median income for creators hovers around a mere $50 per month. This means for every successful user, there are plenty earning much less. So, the IRS might be pursuing a vast number of creators who potentially earn only enough to afford a good meal. The insight that there are many hopefuls underestimating their own market appeal adds layers of irony to this endeavor.
Lastly, the whole affair might actually end up benefitting taxpaying citizens through sheer IRS inefficiency. As agents spend hours over their computer screens with OnlyFans, they’re at risk of gaining more than just new knowledge. Years of this activity might lead to unhealthy habits, taking a toll on physical well-being, and resultantly, productivity could plummet. These developments might just slow down audits on actual taxpayers—perhaps creating an unintended buffer of protection. In the grand and oftentimes bewildering scheme of government decision-making, isn’t this just the perfect cherry on top?
