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Property owners who want to sell without incurring taxes can take advantage of a smart strategy.Typically, when selling an investment property, the owner must pay a tax known as capital gains tax on the profits made during the investment.Particularly in places like California, this can represent about 40% of combined federal and state tax revenue.However, Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code provides that the proceeds from the sale of investment property are not taxed if they are reinvested in another property of equal or greater value. Typically, when selling an investment property, the owner must pay capital gains tax,…
Behind every glossy title of entrepreneurial success lies a journey filled with real, relatable experiences. This compilation reveals the real challenges and triumphs faced by innovators, moving beyond the celebrations to show the true journey. It provides an intimate look into the lives of entrepreneurs who began their ascent from the very bottom, emphasizing the resilience, setbacks, and moments of serendipity they experienced along the way. As the stories of these remarkable entrepreneurs of 2024 unfold, it becomes clear that every empire begins with a single step. Their narratives are inspiring testaments to perseverance, the power of bright ideas, and the…
March 11, 2024 MILWAUKEE — Marquette University School of Business Administration is launching a new Certified Professional Banking program with a vision to further professionalize the banking industry and expand the pipeline of bankers. The new program will be piloted and is expected to launch in late 2024, providing all bankers with a common body of knowledge that includes a curriculum focused on accounting, finance, economics and evolving technology. Director Dr. Kent Velasco said, “We are excited to create a Certified Professional Banker program that is rooted in the university's sense of social responsibility.” “This is a stake in our…
(Updated prices, added analyst comment to paragraph 4, background to paragraph 9, virtual currency to paragraph 17)Written by Hannah Lang, Amanda Cooper, Harry RobertsonWASHINGTON/LONDON, March 11 (Reuters) – Bitcoin hit a record high of more than $72,000 on Monday, with the biggest cryptocurrency showing no signs of letting up.Bitcoin last rose 4.4% to $72,649, after rising as high as $72,739.The world's most valuable cryptocurrency is seeing a huge influx of cash into a new Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), raising hopes that the Federal Reserve may soon cut interest rates.“Bitcoin’s recent surge in value highlights the remarkable strength and resilience…
Source: akamakis / Shutterstock.com The tech sector is full of high-growth companies that are outperforming the market and benefiting long-term investors. But the problem with consistently outperforming is that valuations can become frothy for new investors. for example, super microcomputer (NASDAQ:SMCI) was a bargain at one point last year, trading at a P/E of 16x. It seems like every investor knows about that AI stock by now. The stock price has increased about 300% since the beginning of the year, and the forward P/E ratio is 37 times. Some investors will argue that SMCI stock is significantly overvalued, while others…
American culture quiz! Test your knowledge every week with this interesting and fun new quiz! (Getty Images/AP Images) American Culture Quiz: How much do you know about the Cold War? After World War II, the world was divided between two existential enemies living under the threat of nuclear annihilation. The United States and its Western European allies were opposed by the Soviet Union and the communist blocs of Eastern Europe.The conflict known as the Cold War dominated global geopolitics, news, and pop culture for nearly half a century. But how much do you remember or know about it today? Test…
Juneau, Alaska – Alaskan Brewing Company is proud to add WILDNESS, a new lifestyle-focused beer, to its year-round product lineup. Made in Juneau, Alaska, a city famously off-the-road and only accessible by boat or plane, WILDNESS is now available in all of the Alaska brewer's current markets.”Wilderness is for people who want a taste of adventure,” said Maxwell Ruhl, chief operating officer of Alaskan Brewing Company. “This beer is a unique and exciting new release for our brewery, and is a unique and exciting new release for our brewery that will give seasoned Alaskans across the country…
kung fu panda 4 Co-director Stephanie Stein recently revealed how Fast and Furious Five made its way into Kung Fu Panda 4. In a recent Discord Q&A, Stein was asked about The Furious Five, which was a big part of the original three Kung Fu Panda movies but only had a brief cameo in the fourth. According to Stein, the original idea was to not feature the group at all, even though some writers and animators lobbied for their inclusion. However, it wasn't until the film's marketing department essentially “mandated” them to be included that they actually became included. “Lord…
A daycare worker reveals three things parents can't resist when taking their children to daycare.Getting the kids dressed, ready, and out the door in the morning can be a very stressful experience with a lot to remember.Nursery teachers don't like children wearing dungareesCredit: GettyShe shared her frustrations through a Mumsnet postCredit: GettyBut one daycare worker has revealed some things she thinks you should leave at home when you take your child to daycare.One dissatisfied childcare worker told Mumsnet: “From all childcare workers around the world.“We hate pull-ups because they sag and it’s so hard to change when 15 kids are…
Almost three-quarters (73%) of Brits admit that their understanding and beliefs about foster care have come from television shows (including fictional shows like Tracy Beaker). What has been called the “Tracy Beaker effect” has led to misunderstandings about how this process actually works, causing some people to fear the system itself. Almost half of Brits (49%) said the top things they would object to when it came to foster care were being LGBTQ+, being disabled, being semi-skilled or unskilled, or being over 55. It includes being. In fact, 35% worry they're too old to adopt, and 72% feel “old” by…