The prize money is paid by the show and standard federal tax laws apply.

I think it is weak that you do not gross-up the prize money. (pay the taxes for the winner). You should adjust the numbers on the board to show post-tax value estimates. Cheap skates!

Hello there,
Reading a few of your comments, one particular answer caught my eyes. You replied to a person "cool down, man; it's just a game", or something along that line. Corroborated with the fact that you call yourself a "borderline psychic" it prompts me to ask you a couple of questions.
Well, it is just a game, indeed. However, scanning through the winners' list, one could not but notice that most or frequent winners come from three states: California, Colorado, and Washington. Of course, there are names from other states to ensure the "random" factor, yet the proportion is very small (talking...numbers, eh?). Is there any explanation for this FACT? How much of the "psychic" factor is involved in picking the winners of the "lucky case" at... "Random"? This show reminds me of the same deal noticed on the Overhaulin' show: people from all 50 states + Canada can apply for a car overhauling, yet only people from California are chosen. You guys indeed got the "random" factor down to...perfection. : Wink:
Nevermind talking further about the "surprise" on the contestants' faces when they are pulled from the audience... Coming with "it is still warm" pies made especially for Howie gives a hint for how "surprised" and "clueless" contestants are when picked from the crowd...
By the way, do you need to adhere to "acting weird and over joyous on the stage" in order to have a chance to get on the show?
One more thing: how "random" of a chance you folks give people to get on the show if they don't possess (hey, everyone wants to become contestant b/c of a financial rationale, isn't that right?) a camcorder or don't have the possibility to rent/borrow one, since sending a tape in is the benchmark for becoming a contestant? Some folks (detractors) might ask "hey, dude, what corner of the world you live in since you cannot afford/find a camcorder?"... But I guess I am not the only one mentioning not having a camcorder…

Hello there,
Reading a few of your comments, one particular answer caught my eyes. You replied to a person "cool down, man; it's just a game", or something along that line. Corroborated with the fact that you call yourself a "borderline psychic" it prompts me to ask you a couple of questions.
Well, it is just a game, indeed. However, scanning through the winners' list, one could not but notice that most or frequent winners come from three states: California, Colorado, and Washington. Of course, there are names from other states to ensure the "random" factor, yet the proportion is very small (talking...numbers, eh?). Is there any explanation for this FACT? How much of the "psychic" factor is involved in picking the winners of the "lucky case" at... "Random"? This show reminds me of the same deal noticed on the Overhaulin' show: people from all 50 states + Canada can apply for a car overhauling, yet only people from California are chosen. You guys indeed got the "random" factor down to...perfection. : Wink:
Nevermind talking further about the "surprise" on the contestants' faces when they are pulled from the audience... Coming with "it is still warm" pies made especially for Howie gives a hint for how "surprised" and "clueless" contestants are when picked from the crowd...
By the way, do you need to adhere to "acting weird and over joyous on the stage" in order to have a chance to get on the show?
One more thing: how "random" of a chance you folks give people to get on the show if they don't possess (hey, everyone wants to become contestant b/c of a financial rationale, isn't that right?) a camcorder or don't have the possibility to rent/borrow one, since sending a tape in is the benchmark for becoming a contestant? Some folks (detractors) might ask "hey, dude, what corner of the world you live in since you cannot afford/find a camcorder?"... But I guess I am not the only one mentioning not having a camcorder…

Hey Banker:
I think the show is awesome. My roomies and I watch every Monday night. It's fun to guess at the cases and try to guess your offers. Especially loved the 3 offers of donuts, pony and NJ Jets. What a hoot! Thanks for an entertaining show. Us Canadians love it. The scratch ticket lottery here in Ontario is cool aswell.
Thanks

the sister's episode 11/17/06, the one in pink is also known as "Christy" on ftvgirls.com..... NBC hires pornstars as contestants. Nice job.

Your too afraid to show your face because Howie is much better looking than you.

Banker,
I'm wondering if the Federal taxation of proze money from such shows is performed on a sliding scale (as in income tax) or a set percentage?
I've been studying annuities and perpetuities in financial management and am increasingly intrigued.
Thank you for your time.
Ana

hi banker you are fun on your show

AT THE END OF THE SHOW WHEN THEY ANNOUNCE THE WINNER OF THE LUCKY CASE. IS THE REAL. IF SO THEY NEED TO UPDATE THE WINNER LIST.

What is the tax for winning as a percentage?

Can you please tell us the method of your making the amount to Deal or Not Deal. Is there a formula.

BANKER ..

please setup a skyp chat room soo we can talk to u live....... thanks
BANKER ..

POst back :banker

So where does the show get the money? guess maybe thats where the sponsors come in to play? I give up!! hope you sleep well tonight Banker

I would ask for cash or a cashiers check just so I can take it and do what Ive always wanted to do. help my parents out and do what I need to do with the rest. pay off some student loans and even buy a motorcycle and ride it through China or Japan.

How do you calculate your offers?

Hi banker i just want to know.. what kind of laptop you use??

That is sad.. everything is taxed now.. booo

fOLLOW YOUR NOSE, IT ALWAYS KNOWS....