Prisoner Reform, the Farm Bill, and Taking Aim at Weapons of Mass Destruction

January 1, 2019 12:00 pm Published by

Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Act of 2018 H.R. 7213 – Sponsored by Rep. Daniel Donovan (R-NY), this bill amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish a Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction office as part of the Department... View Article

6 Ways to Avoid the Holiday Blues

December 1, 2018 12:00 pm Published by

Despite the never-ending flurry of merry salutations, the holidays can be emotionally challenging — if not downright depressing. Here are a few practical ways to take care of yourself during this time of year. Set a Budget. When you’re out... View Article

Online Home Appraisal Tools

December 1, 2018 12:00 pm Published by

Real estate appraisal and land valuation is the process of putting a price on the value of property. Buy and sell transactions generally require an up-to-date appraisal because each property is unique and values are based on the current economic... View Article

What’s the Best Type of Business Entity for Tax Purposes

December 1, 2018 12:00 pm Published by

There are several major types of business entities, including S Corporations, C Corporations, Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) and being self-employed. Each type of structure has its own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to taxes, assets and liability protection. Generally,... View Article

Will the United States Become a Bond Haven in 2019?

December 1, 2018 12:00 pm Published by

With Italian bond yields rising quickly from 2 percent to 3 percent since the middle of 2018, it begs the question if the United States will become a bond haven. There are many reasons why the United States Bond Market... View Article

How to Maximize Subscription Marketing Efforts

December 1, 2018 12:00 pm Published by

According to research from McKinsey & Company, 15 percent of Internet consumers have become members of at least one subscription service in 2018. The consulting firm also found that these subscription-based models cover a multitude of products, including food, drinks,... View Article

Financial Planning Advice for Women

December 1, 2018 12:00 pm Published by

The path for women is a little like two steps forward, one step back. For example, almost 40 percent of all privately held firms in the United States today are owned by women. Furthermore, the 2018 midterm elections yielded 23... View Article

Congress at Work: Punishing Terrorists and Kiddie Porn Traffickers; Reinforcing Cybersecurity and Patents

December 1, 2018 12:00 pm Published by

Hizballah International Financing Prevention Amendments Act of 2018 (S. 1595) – This bill amends the Hizballah International Financing Prevention Act of 2015 to impose sanctions on foreign nationals and governments that knowingly assist in funding or recruitment activities for the... View Article

IRS Releases New Projected 2019 Tax Rates, Brackets and More

November 1, 2018 12:00 pm Published by

Bloomberg recently released projected tax rates, brackets and other numbers that apply to the 2019 tax year (the IRS will release the official numbers later this year). Note, these are NOT the numbers that apply to the 2018 taxes you file... View Article

Top 5 Latest Tech Advances That Help Heal Our World

November 1, 2018 12:00 pm Published by

As much as we lament how fast things change in the tech world, there is an upside when it comes to treating diseases and chronic conditions. Here are some of the coolest new devices showing how impressive it can be... View Article

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