Estate Taxes

Use this calculator to estimate the federal estate taxes that could be due on your estate after you die.

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Put It in Writing

A high level of job satisfaction is fairly typical of business owners, but it can also be a hindrance if it keeps them from thinking about a planned exit strategy. A written exit plan could help you avoid surprises.

What Do Price/Earnings Ratios Really Have to Offer?

It's not hard to find the price/earnings ratios of publicly traded companies or even the market as a whole reported in the news. Unfortunately, it may be difficult to understand what the numbers mean without the ability to make meaningful comparisons.

HOT TOPIC: How to Make the Most of the Payroll Tax Cut

Have you considered what you will do with the extra 2% in take-home pay that you will receive in 2011? An extra 2% might not seem like much, but it could be an opportunity to make a difference in your financial future.

The Difference Between the Debt and the Deficit

The terms "debt" and "deficit" are often used interchangeably to describe the federal government's financial situation, yet they have significantly different meanings. This explanation of the budget deficit and the national debt may help readers understand the conversation.

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