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Real estate securities and your retirement plan – They go hand in hand
March / April 2011
Newsletter: Real Estate Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
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Abstract: A real estate professional is uniquely qualified to invest in real estate as part of their personal retirement savings plan. They have great expertise, and real estate tends to be less volatile than stocks. But viewing properties as long-term investments for retirement rather than current income-producers can involve a shift in thinking. This article discusses types of real estate investments that are well suited for a retirement plan.
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Courting private equity – Obstacles remain, but deals are possible
Year End 2010
Newsletter: Merger & Acquisition Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
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Abstract: The private equity (PE) sector represents possibly the largest prospective pool of business buyers today. Unfortunately, these buyers can be hard to reach. As this article explains, sellers need to know what PE firms are looking for and carefully craft deal proposals to their needs.
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Torn between two buyers – How to handle an enviable dilemma
October / November 2010
Newsletter: Merger & Acquisition Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
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Abstract: Receiving serious interest from two buyers may seem like a business seller’s dream scenario. Competing buyers are more likely to bid up a company’s selling price and enable it to ask for favorable deal terms. But if sellers don’t play their hands right, they could potentially alienate both interested parties. This article explains the importance of researching potential buyers and understanding their strategic objectives.
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Tell it to the jury – Dustup over soil conditions puts case in dubious hands
September / October 2009
Newsletter: Construction Law Briefing
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
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Abstract: In a case involving a building that was damaged due to shifting ground, the judge denied all defense motions and permitted the case to be argued to the jury on the theories of negligent design, negligent construction and breach of contract against all of the defendants. The lesson? If parties to a construction contract can’t resolve their differences via negotiation or arbitration, those differences may be decided by lay jurors who may have no background in construction.
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Ask the Advisor – Q. Should my distressed company consider a debt restructuring?
June / July 2009
Newsletter: Merger & Acquisition Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
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Abstract: Financially troubled companies facing severe cashflow problems may need to seek alternative methods to satisfy their outstanding debts. This column discusses one option: an out-of-court debt restructuring. In a debt restructuring, a company informally renegotiates outstanding debt obligations with its creditors. The resulting agreement is legally binding, and can enable the distressed company to reduce its debt, extend maturities, alter payment terms or consolidate loans. Debt restructuring is a far less extreme and burdensome — not to mention, expensive — alternative to filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
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Bartering surges as cash flows dwindle
June / July 2009
Newsletter: Trendlines
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
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Abstract: Bartering isn’t just something done by enthusiastic vendors at exotic ports of call. As many companies’ cash flows dwindle, the practice of trading for goods or services is very real — and surging. Many businesses are finding it a good way to combat today’s credit-stingy economy. Step inside this article to see if it’s right for you, and where you might start.
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Be flexible – Use standard cost budgeting to control your expenses
Summer 2008
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
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Abstract: There are two ways for manufacturers to approach budgeting. They can assume their production will remain at set levels throughout the budget period and plan accordingly. Or they can develop standard costs to use in a flexible budget that can be adjusted to reflect actual production. This article looks at the latter method: standard cost budgeting. (Updated 9/27/12)
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Accounting for uncertainty
May / June 2008
Newsletter: Commercial Lending Report
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
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Abstract: The rules of the game have changed again. Financial Accounting Standards Board Interpretation No. 48, Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes (FIN 48), requires all companies that follow GAAP to identify, measure and disclose uncertain income tax positions using a “more-likely-than-not” (MLTN) threshold. Here’s what you need to know to gear up for the new standard.
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Do your homework before purchasing long-term care insurance
Winter 2008
Newsletter: Management & Tax Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
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Abstract: As the baby boomers age, long-term care insurance has become quite the buzzword. And with good reason: 60% of people over age 65 will need some form of long-term care at some point, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. But long-term care is expensive, and it’s not covered by Medicare or private health insurance. This article goes beyond the hype to help you determine whether long-term care insurance is the right choice for you.
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For what it’s worth: Valuation in the courts – Cherry-picking trumps splitting the difference
Winter 2008
Newsletter: Valuation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
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Abstract: In this issue’s “For what it’s worth: Valuation in the courts,” we discuss divorcing couples and their unresolved valuation differences. To wit, disputing parties cannot expect judges to simply split the difference and average opposing expert opinions. Rather, courts will more than likely take in the science underlying each business appraisal and then “cherry pick” the most sensible portions of each expert’s analysis. A recent Florida case demonstrates just such a scenario. Citations: Augoshe v. Lehman, (2007 Fla. App., No. 2D05-2034, August 10, 2007); Solomon v. Solomon, (861 So. 2d 1218, 1221, Fla. 2d DCA 2003).