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Individual Development Accounts Help Families

Individual Development Accounts (IDAs) are matched savings accounts that enable low-income American families to save, build assets and enter the financial mainstream. 



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IRS Increases Focus on Tax-Exempt Organizations

In March 2007, the IRS published the results of its 2004 compliance check of tax-exempt organizations. The project's intent was to review compensation practices of exempt organizations and to identify areas of concern or abuse, also referred to as "excess benefit transactions." Missing information on Form 990 resulted in closer examination of hundreds of tax-exempt organizations.



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Tying the Knot? Talk about your Finances Before the Big Day.

Fall is a popular times for weddings. If you're getting ready to say "I do," you are already experienced in making joint decisions. But in the midst of all of the romance, take some time to talk seriously about your financial future together. Money issues are one of the leading causes of marriage stress. Making sure both of you are on the same page before you walk down the aisle can help avoid problems once the honeymoon is over.



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Secure File Exchange from Rea & Associates

We are pleased to announce the immediate availability of Rea & Associates' Secure File Exchange portal -- LeapFILE. When large information or data requires additional security and privacy protection, traditional vehicles such as e-mail attachments, ftp server or overnight delivery services have limitations that can often result in administrative delays. Therefore, we have teamed up with the leader in web-based enterprise secure file transfer solutions, LeapFILE, to let you exchange information with us easily.



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If you have children
or grandchildren heading to college, you know the price tag is steep. The annual cost to attend a four-year private institution now averages more than $32,000, including room and board. Many students take out loans to help pay the bills. A recently enacted law is designed to alleviate the burden but since it passed, some lenders have taken steps that may diminish the benefits. Click "Full Article" to find out what the law covers, why lenders are changing their terms, and what tax breaks are available for education.
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At some point, business owners need to determine the value of their companies for purposes such as estate planning, divorce settlement, a potential sale, recapitalization or a shareholder dispute. Click "Full Article" to find out more about the types of valuations that can be obtained.
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When you think of great dealmakers,
you may conjure up images of moguls like Donald Trump... the kind of tough businesspeople who seem to never back down. But some of the best negotiators are willing and able to back down artfully. To find out 12 more ways to become a better negotiator, read the "Full Article."
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Business blogging is catching on
as companies find it an efficient way to establish a give-and-take relationship with customers. The technology is relatively simple, but a good blog takes thought, time and personality. Here's a look at how your company might benefit from blogging, what readers expect, how to guard against problems, and a list of mistakes to avoid.
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Two Banks Fail In Midwest; Total Count Reaches 15
AllHeadlineNews.com - Sat, 11 Oct 2008 15:45:43 GMT

Britain And Iceland Talk About Frozen Funds
javno.com - Sat, 11 Oct 2008 15:40:45 GMT

Developing nations blast West for failed aid promises
gulfnews.com - Sat, 11 Oct 2008 15:40:14 GMT

Financial woes boost Democrats in Congress races
sfgate.com - Sat, 11 Oct 2008 15:30:55 GMT

GM, Chrysler talk merger, reports say
stltoday.com - Sat, 11 Oct 2008 15:30:42 GMT


 

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