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  Timely Opportunities

You may have heard about a new investing opportunity called Build America Bonds. Created as part of President Obama's stimulus package passed in early 2009, the new investments are providing cash-strapped municipalities with access to capital so they can build roads, improve facilities and take on other projects. They are also providing some investors with a higher-yielding alternative to many corporate and traditional muni bonds. But Build America Bonds come with tax implications and they can be challenging for individual investors to purchase.
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  Mergers & Acquisitions

Using an "earnout" provision has become a common way to sell or buy a business today. With this type of transaction, the seller receives some future payments based on the performance of the business after the sale. Despite the advantages, there are important tax consequences for the buyer and the seller. Here are three different scenarios that might result, along with some ways to minimize the amount of federal taxes.
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  Sales

It involves dollars and sense. Your company spends money to attract customers who then spend money. But what is the true worth of each new customer? Click "Full Article" to learn the formulas that will let you know whether your ad money is going to good use.
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  Marketing

Find a marketing partner to share an idea. You both profit and save money in the process. Click "Full Article" for two simple ways to package your advertising and stay ahead of the game.
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Duddy urges caution
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JPMorgan, Citigroup blamed in Lehman's collapse
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Facebook lets you share your location
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