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Look for the silver lining – Financial crisis creates opportunities
Winter 2009
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 697
Abstract: The financial crisis has severely damaged many large banks — as well as economies around the globe. But for many community banks, this dark cloud may have a silver lining as opportunities arise for lending secured by single-family homes.
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Think outside the newsstand – Retool your advertising budget and sell more
Winter 2009
Newsletter: Auto Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 623
Abstract: Even when cash is tight and sales are slow, dealers can advertise smarter by reallocating spending to less expensive — and more effective — alternatives. Take a minute and consider your advertising mix. Is it giving you the biggest bang for your buck?
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2 F&I compliance areas that demand your attention
Winter 2009
Newsletter: Auto Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 668
Abstract: Credit reporting laws and Truth in Lending/Regulation Z are two areas of consumer protection that continue to demand priority attention. To avert trouble, you need to develop clear policies and procedures and update them as needed; train F&I employees thoroughly; and monitor and enforce adherence.
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Is it time to gift?
Winter 2009
Newsletter: Auto Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 879
Abstract: The holidays are over, but you may want to consider one last gift for your family members: an equity position in your dealership. Now may be the optimal time to transfer shares because you can take advantage of low market values and decreased marketability.
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Baby, it’s cold outside – Tap into your frozen cash stash
Winter 2009
Newsletter: Auto Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 980
Abstract: Every dealership experiences cash flow problems from time to time. But right now shortfalls seem the norm, rather than the exception. Stricter credit policies and frozen lines of credit are forcing dealers to look beyond traditional bank loans to make up the difference. Here are some ideas to alleviate the cash crunch.
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Only words? Forensic document examinations consider content and context
January / February 2009
Newsletter: Advocate's Edge / Litigation Support
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 725
Abstract: Fraud investigations almost inevitably require documentary evidence to be examined — and it’s not a job for amateurs. Professional forensic document examiners review not only the content of documents. They also consider physical and latent evidence, such as handwriting, alterations and faded or decomposed material. To ensure accuracy and opinions that will stand up in court, experts follow scientific procedures and use technologies such as electrostatic detection apparatus.
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Home run – FLLCs enjoy a Tax Court victory
January / February 2009
Newsletter: Advocate's Edge / Litigation Support
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 898
Abstract: In recent years, taxpayers have found themselves on the losing end in cases questioning the legitimacy of FLPs and FLLCs. But, in a 2008 case, Estate of Mirowski v. Commissioner, the U.S. Tax Court threw a curve ball, allowing family FLLC assets to be excluded from the decedent’s gross estate. This article summarizes the case and suggests that taxpayers can use the court’s findings to form and operate these vehicles.
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Financial statement analysis – Don’t value a business without it
January / February 2009
Newsletter: Advocate's Edge / Litigation Support
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 708
Abstract: Merely accepting a company’s financial statements at face value can lead to seriously undervaluing or, more likely, overvaluing a business. Often, closely held companies fail to comply with GAAP, and financial data may be shaped to favor the owner’s interests. This article explains how experts review several years of financial statements and make normalizing adjustments such as removing nonrecurring items and adjusting expenses that a potential buyer wouldn’t likely incur. They also look for suspicious trends and relationships.
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Discounting future losses for lost profits
January / February 2009
Newsletter: Advocate's Edge / Litigation Support
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 1042
Abstract: In many business litigation cases, financial experts must project damages for losses that the plaintiff will incur in the future because of the injury involved. Discounted future losses represent the amount of compensation needed now to replace that future lost income. But, as this article discusses, losses in a litigation context are different from the lost income that comes up in business valuation situations, requiring an expert to calculate a discount rate based on relevant risks.
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NEWS FOR NONPROFITS – New Form 990: Are you prepared?
Year End 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 536
Abstract: Coverage includes info on the Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act of 2006 (UPMIFA), which is likely to affect your organization if it has endowment funds, and a checklist of preparatory steps for the new IRS Form 990.
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Free or low-cost software offers tech alternatives
Year End 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 925
Abstract: Does your nonprofit need to compete in this technology-driven environment but there’s one hitch: You just can’t afford it? Don’t be discouraged: Good software can be obtained without spending much money — and in some cases without spending any at all.
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Fair game – New accounting standard may affect your financial statement
Year End 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 688
Abstract: If you thought the new accounting standard that requires organizations to measure assets at fair value doesn’t apply to your nonprofit, think again. It’s likely you’ll need to use it starting with your next financial statement.
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When fiscal sponsorship is right …
Year End 2008
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 760
Abstract: Becoming — or finding — a fiscal sponsor is the smart thing for a nonprofit to do under certain circumstances. Do you know the difference between being a fiscal agent and a fiscal sponsor?
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Ask the Advisor – Q. Does my private company need to comply with any SOX provisions?
Year End 2008
Newsletter: Merger & Acquisition Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 477
Abstract: This column explains how private companies can benefit from adopting Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) provisions — particularly if they expect their business to be acquired by a public company. SOX adherence makes sellers more attractive to public company buyers, which can result in a higher sale price. Compliance with SOX can also improve a company’s image and reputation with investors, lenders and the public by demonstrating it has nothing to hide.
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A sprint and a marathon – How dual-purpose integration supports short- and long-term goals
Year End 2008
Newsletter: Merger & Acquisition Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 729
Abstract: Sometimes M&A dealmakers focus too much on the first few months of postclosing integration and neglect to plan for the long-term success of a deal. But as this article argues, dual-purpose integration plans that are closely coordinated, yet have distinct purposes, help to immediately secure deal benefits as well as set the merged organization on the path to future success.
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Cross-border M&As – Don’t let people power become people problems
Year End 2008
Newsletter: Merger & Acquisition Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 843
Abstract: Managing the legal, financial and operational details of any acquisition can be arduous, and that’s doubly true of foreign transactions. But among the greatest challenges cross-border buyers face are the “people” issues — including cultural differences and local labor laws and regulations. This article discusses strategies for coping with human resource issues that could trip up a deal.