In the age of big-box home improvement stores, many people have started handling fix-it projects themselves. The worst that can usually happen is a plumbing repair springs a leak. Do-it-yourself lawyering, however, is another story.
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Nov 05, 2012
Q: I purchased a business in 2000 and am currently in negotiations to sell it to a corporation. At the time, I took depreciation for goodwill, equipment, restrictive covenant, etc. I will be selling this business at a loss. Am I permitted to deduct the loss on my taxes?
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Nov 05, 2012
David Seidel has been an NASE Member since 2003. He owns Seidel Research and Development Company (SRADCO) in Columbia, Mo.
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Nov 05, 2012
On Nov. 6, 2012, voters will head to the polls not just to elect the President, but also cast their votes in crucial down ballot elections including gubernatorial, senate, congressional and other state-related races. While control of the White House is the prime objective for both Democrats and Republicans, the majorities in the Senate and House are equally important in order for legislative priorities to move forward.
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Nov 05, 2012
NASE, which is non-partisan and does not endorse a candidate, promised to use the candidates' answers to educate and inform its membership about the positions of each on small business taxes and economic recovery "so that they may make the best decision for their business in November." But November is here and the answers never came.
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Nov 02, 2012
In a recent article in National Journal, respected political analyst Charlie Cook lays out the likely hood that President Obama will carry the Electoral College while Governor Romney will secure the popular vote.
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Oct 31, 2012
Pew Research Center released a new poll showing the Presidential race even, 47%- 47%, however, the poll gives a slight turnout edge to Governor Romney, but oddly the poll participants still believe the President Obama will win re-election, 49%.
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Oct 30, 2012
Over the weekend, The Atlantic published a great article comparing the Obama and Romney ground game.
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Oct 29, 2012
RCP has a nice run down of all of the current newspaper endorsements:
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Oct 29, 2012
If there have ever been questions as to women’s place at the head of the table, today’s female business owners are putting them to rest. Studies released this month, which also happens to be National Women’s Small Business Month, shed light on female entrepreneurs’ accomplishments as well as the issues they face.
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Oct 25, 2012