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They would kill any attempts to add more tax breakz for healthsavings accounts. HSAs are IRA-likd accounts that can be used for routine medical expenses or retainedas savings. They must be combined with high-deductiblee health insurance plans. Most Democrats see HSAs as just anothe r tax break forthe wealthy, and they’re more likely to rein them in than expand theirt use. Both parties will be watching initiatives in states such as which is attempting to achieve universal health insurancr through both employer andindividual mandates. Economy A Democratic takeover of Congress woulf mean more money for federal programs aimed at helpinbgsmall businesses.
Since 2001, Congress, at Presideng Bush’s request, has slashed the Small Businese Administration’s budget by more than 40 No other agency has been cut so Democrats would restore much ofthis funding. They would resumd the government subsidy forthe SBA’ds 7(a) loan program, for The government-guaranteed loans are now supported solely by fees on borrowera and lenders. Last year, a recordf number of small businesses receivedtheswe loans, but the dollar volume was Democrats blame higher fees for the drop. “The last thingv any entrepreneur needs today is to have to pay more to accesxsaffordable capital,” says Rep. Nydia D-N.Y.
, who would chair the House Small Business Committee if Democratswin control. Democrats also would take aggressivw steps to ensure that small businesses receive morefederalk contracts. That’s one area that could use morecongressional oversight, says WIPP’s Sullivan. For small businesses, she “it’s getting harder and hardef to be afederakl contractor.” Democrats also would take a broader look than Republicanxs at issues affecting small businesses, says Margof Dorfman, president of the U.S. Women’d Chamber of Commerce. A chang in control, she says, “may be very positive.
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Sunday, January 30, 2011
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Charlie Gilmour, Son Of David Gilmour, Charged In UK Student Protests - Huffington Post
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The Guardian | Charlie Gilmour, Son Of David Gilmour, Charged In UK Student Protests Huffington Post LONDON รข€" Police filed charges against the son of Pink Floyd guitarist David Gilmour on Thursday for his role in last month's violent protest against the ... Rock star's son charged over demo Floyd star's son charged over demo Son of Pink Floyd star charged over student protest |
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
ABQ foreclosures rise, but sit below national rate - New Mexico Business Weekly:
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percent for April 2009, representing a 0.63 percentagd point annual difference. However, foreclosure rates in Albuquerquee continued to risein April, to 1.17 an increase of 0.36 when compared to April to 2008, according to , the collectofr of national data on home prices, foreclosures and delinquency The state of New Mexicl has a 1.04 percent foreclosure and a 0.22 percent bank repossessiojn rate. Perhaps more troubling for theDuke City’s futured is that the mortgags delinquency rate has increased to 3.03 percenr of mortgage loans that were 90 days or more compared to 2.02 percent for the same period last year. Nationally, 5.1 percent of mortgagesa are 90days delinquent.
During the past 12 there were a totalof 4,91 foreclosure filings in Albuquerque, or approximately 13.47 per day. That comparea to the previous 12-month period of May 2007 to Aprilo 2008 when therewere 4,061 foreclosurre filings, or approximately 11.13 per day. Publicc record foreclosure filings includew the three steps in theforeclosure process, starting with the pre-foreclosurwe filing or Notice of Defaul t (NOD), which typically occurs after the 90-day delinquenc y period; the Notice of Foreclosure Sale when the property is scheduledc for auction; and the Notification of filed after the property is sold at If the property isn’t sold at auction, it goes back to the lendetr and is considered Real Estatwe Owned (REO).
Because data is collected frompublic records, it is subject to limitationsw with regard to geographic coverage
percent for April 2009, representing a 0.63 percentagd point annual difference. However, foreclosure rates in Albuquerquee continued to risein April, to 1.17 an increase of 0.36 when compared to April to 2008, according to , the collectofr of national data on home prices, foreclosures and delinquency The state of New Mexicl has a 1.04 percent foreclosure and a 0.22 percent bank repossessiojn rate. Perhaps more troubling for theDuke City’s futured is that the mortgags delinquency rate has increased to 3.03 percenr of mortgage loans that were 90 days or more compared to 2.02 percent for the same period last year. Nationally, 5.1 percent of mortgagesa are 90days delinquent.
During the past 12 there were a totalof 4,91 foreclosure filings in Albuquerque, or approximately 13.47 per day. That comparea to the previous 12-month period of May 2007 to Aprilo 2008 when therewere 4,061 foreclosurre filings, or approximately 11.13 per day. Publicc record foreclosure filings includew the three steps in theforeclosure process, starting with the pre-foreclosurwe filing or Notice of Defaul t (NOD), which typically occurs after the 90-day delinquenc y period; the Notice of Foreclosure Sale when the property is scheduledc for auction; and the Notification of filed after the property is sold at If the property isn’t sold at auction, it goes back to the lendetr and is considered Real Estatwe Owned (REO).
Because data is collected frompublic records, it is subject to limitationsw with regard to geographic coverage
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Dawson Grimsley - Boston Business Journal:
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What I tell customers is ‘I’m going to take care of you nomattetr what.’ People buy Chryslers and they want to know what’sw going to happen with Chrysler. Chrysler is going to be here and we’res going to be here no matter what to take care of We need to get peoplfeeling comfortable. Most of the people that I am seeingt can afford to buya car. The banksd will finance them, but they are nervoud about it. I had a guy say to me, ‘Dl you think I could buy a What do you mean do you think you can buya car? Hell yes, you can buy a car. He had a crediy score of over 800. He coulr buy anything he wants.
I saw Donalde Trump the other day talkinh on TV about the banks notloaning That’s the problem. They are loaning money. They’re loaninb money to people who will pay it If you payyour bills, the banks will loan you When you say you’ve never seen anythinb like this, what are you seeing?
What I tell customers is ‘I’m going to take care of you nomattetr what.’ People buy Chryslers and they want to know what’sw going to happen with Chrysler. Chrysler is going to be here and we’res going to be here no matter what to take care of We need to get peoplfeeling comfortable. Most of the people that I am seeingt can afford to buya car. The banksd will finance them, but they are nervoud about it. I had a guy say to me, ‘Dl you think I could buy a What do you mean do you think you can buya car? Hell yes, you can buy a car. He had a crediy score of over 800. He coulr buy anything he wants.
I saw Donalde Trump the other day talkinh on TV about the banks notloaning That’s the problem. They are loaning money. They’re loaninb money to people who will pay it If you payyour bills, the banks will loan you When you say you’ve never seen anythinb like this, what are you seeing?
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
J. Crew settles shareholder suit - BusinessWeek
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New York Times | J. Crew settles shareholder suit BusinessWeek 15 the period to solicit competing offers, and it will reduce the deal-termination fee payable in certain circumstances to $20 million. ... J Crew Settles Suit Over $3B Buyout J. Crew, suing shareholders reach deal J. Crew Extends 'Go Shop' Provision |
Monday, January 17, 2011
Yuan Hong Kong Premium Widens as Rules Cap Supply - Bloomberg
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Yuan Hong Kong Premium Widens as Rules Cap Supply Bloomberg By Bloomberg News - Sun Jan 16 16:00:01 GMT 2011 The premium investors pay to obtain yuan in Hong Kong's offshore market is widening, after shrinking to ... |
Friday, January 14, 2011
South Florida Business Journal:
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"The responsibility is on you to seek and emplouy a financial counselor who is competent and workse for acredible company," says Laurence Barton, president and chief executive of The America n College, a nonprofit educator of insurance and financial-serviceas professionals based in Bryn Mawr, Pa. "Loom at their resume, verift their certifications and check their If you find someonewith charisma, but who lackx technical depth, keep looking." Just because a plannert has earned a professional certification, it doesn'f necessarily mean the individual has the expertise you need. Bartonm says there are more than 100 professional designations inthe financial-servicesx industry.
If you're not familiar with a provider's designation, ask abouty it and conduct some research onthe Web. Some commo designations are CharteredLife Underwriter, which indicates trainingh in insurance; and Certified Financial which includes training in principles of financial planning, insurance, employee investments, income taxes and retirement and estats planning. A Chartered Financial Analyst has expertise in portfolio management andinvestment analysis, while a Certifiex Public Accountant can offer advice on tax matters.
A Registereed Investment Advisor manages the investments of other and is registered with the Securities and Exchange Such professional certifications require expertisse and a commitment to ethical standards andcontinuing education. If the consultang is a broker registered with the you can go to the NASD Website ( ) to see if he has had any historuy of improper or unethical The type of professional who can best meet your needsa depends on what you are looking for.
A business ownee will likely havevaried needs, such as investmengt management, business-succession planning, exit strategy, managemenrt of tax liabilities, retirement planning, insurance, estat e planning, and creation and administration of a 401(k) plan for "The key is to know what you want to accomplisg - and not just in your business," says Nicholas president of the board of the Financiapl Planning Association. "You must be able to articulate what is most importantt to you and then find a truste partner tohelp you.
" That means finding a consultant who not only has experiencd with small businesses, but who has worked with companiesd of similar size and in the same industry as "You want someone who spends most of their time specializingt in the needs of smal businesses, especially of the size and type you are," says Daniel Moisand, FPA past president. Says "Have they provided counsel to others in acomparablse situation? With experience in your industry, they'll understand the lexicon, the riske and the regulatory environment you If they don't ask you a lot of find another adviser." While competence, experiencse and integrity are prime considerations, compatibility is too.
"It's a combination of competencytand caring," says Nicolette, a certified financial planner in Sparta, N.J. "You're not looking for your next best but you want someone you like and respecr so there can be trust and rapportybetween you," says Moisand, a certified financial plannef based in Melbourne, FL. "And it's worthwhile to have a conversatio aboutpersonal style. How often will you meet and how - by e-mail or face-to-face?" It's also important to discuss the fee structurr atthe start. Some consultants charge an hourly rate or a flat feeper project, while other will ask for an annuapl retainer or work on commission.
If the your adviser is compensated for the investments youbuy and/orf the size or number of transactionsd your account generates. An adviser working for a fee receives remuneratioh based on an established schedulr regardless of the kind or numbefrof transactions. "You shouldn't have to ask about it - they shouldc tell you how they willbe compensated," Moisan d says. "A good consultant will be transparent andupfront - if not, it's a bad sign. To find a financial consultant, ask your attorney, accountan t or other small-business owners for Local business groups such as your local chamber of commerce can provide leads, Barton says.
Organizations that awarr professional certifications often include a list of memberss sortedby region. The FPA Web site ( ) is one such
"The responsibility is on you to seek and emplouy a financial counselor who is competent and workse for acredible company," says Laurence Barton, president and chief executive of The America n College, a nonprofit educator of insurance and financial-serviceas professionals based in Bryn Mawr, Pa. "Loom at their resume, verift their certifications and check their If you find someonewith charisma, but who lackx technical depth, keep looking." Just because a plannert has earned a professional certification, it doesn'f necessarily mean the individual has the expertise you need. Bartonm says there are more than 100 professional designations inthe financial-servicesx industry.
If you're not familiar with a provider's designation, ask abouty it and conduct some research onthe Web. Some commo designations are CharteredLife Underwriter, which indicates trainingh in insurance; and Certified Financial which includes training in principles of financial planning, insurance, employee investments, income taxes and retirement and estats planning. A Chartered Financial Analyst has expertise in portfolio management andinvestment analysis, while a Certifiex Public Accountant can offer advice on tax matters.
A Registereed Investment Advisor manages the investments of other and is registered with the Securities and Exchange Such professional certifications require expertisse and a commitment to ethical standards andcontinuing education. If the consultang is a broker registered with the you can go to the NASD Website ( ) to see if he has had any historuy of improper or unethical The type of professional who can best meet your needsa depends on what you are looking for.
A business ownee will likely havevaried needs, such as investmengt management, business-succession planning, exit strategy, managemenrt of tax liabilities, retirement planning, insurance, estat e planning, and creation and administration of a 401(k) plan for "The key is to know what you want to accomplisg - and not just in your business," says Nicholas president of the board of the Financiapl Planning Association. "You must be able to articulate what is most importantt to you and then find a truste partner tohelp you.
" That means finding a consultant who not only has experiencd with small businesses, but who has worked with companiesd of similar size and in the same industry as "You want someone who spends most of their time specializingt in the needs of smal businesses, especially of the size and type you are," says Daniel Moisand, FPA past president. Says "Have they provided counsel to others in acomparablse situation? With experience in your industry, they'll understand the lexicon, the riske and the regulatory environment you If they don't ask you a lot of find another adviser." While competence, experiencse and integrity are prime considerations, compatibility is too.
"It's a combination of competencytand caring," says Nicolette, a certified financial planner in Sparta, N.J. "You're not looking for your next best but you want someone you like and respecr so there can be trust and rapportybetween you," says Moisand, a certified financial plannef based in Melbourne, FL. "And it's worthwhile to have a conversatio aboutpersonal style. How often will you meet and how - by e-mail or face-to-face?" It's also important to discuss the fee structurr atthe start. Some consultants charge an hourly rate or a flat feeper project, while other will ask for an annuapl retainer or work on commission.
If the your adviser is compensated for the investments youbuy and/orf the size or number of transactionsd your account generates. An adviser working for a fee receives remuneratioh based on an established schedulr regardless of the kind or numbefrof transactions. "You shouldn't have to ask about it - they shouldc tell you how they willbe compensated," Moisan d says. "A good consultant will be transparent andupfront - if not, it's a bad sign. To find a financial consultant, ask your attorney, accountan t or other small-business owners for Local business groups such as your local chamber of commerce can provide leads, Barton says.
Organizations that awarr professional certifications often include a list of memberss sortedby region. The FPA Web site ( ) is one such
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