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Netgalley & Edelweiss Reading Challenge 2014
When I saw this challenge it was one I was glad to take. I decided to go for the Gold challenge (50 Books). All my reviews will be posted on my secondary blog, Indie Author How-to.
As it stands, here is my 2013 Netgalley TBR list:
Expecting a Bolton Baby
Vampires Need Not...Apply
Mistress of the Solstice
A Shimmer of Angels
Awakening the Warriors
Broken Forest
Dark Wolf Running
Dead Beautiful
Dragonwitch
Echo Prophecy
Escaping Reality
External Forces
Forbidden to Love
Hero's Lot, The - Patrick W. Carr
King Hall
Mage Fire - C. Aubrey Hall
Mind Bond
Rebels Divided
Runes (book one) - Ednah Walters
Safe in His Arms
Scrap - Emory Sharplin
Shadow Allegiance
She Is Not Invisible
Spirit - Brigid Kemmerer
Stargazing from Nowhere
The Bane - Keary Taylor
The Dominant - Tara Sue Me
The Silver Chain
The Trials of the Core
The Waking Dreamer
Will in Scarlet - Matthew Cody
Winds of Purgatory
A December Bride
A January Bride
A February Bride
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Kishaz Reading Corner: Steelheart by Brandon Sanderson
Ten years ago, Calamity came. It was a burst in the sky that gave ordinary men and women extraordinary powers. The awed public started calling them Epics.
But Epics are no friend of man. With incredible gifts came the desire to rule. And to rule man you must crush his will.
Nobody fights the Epics . . . nobody but the Reckoners. A shadowy group of ordinary humans, they spend their lives studying Epics, finding their weaknesses, and then assassinating them.
And David wants in. He wants Steelheart—the Epic who is said to be invincible. The Epic who killed David's father. For years, like the Reckoners, David's been studying, and planning—and he has something they need. Not an object, but an experience.
He's seen Steelheart bleed. And he wants revenge.
I've been reading quite a lot lately and giving everything from 2 stars to 4 stars for the books that have crossed my path. It's very hard for me to give out 5 stars because there's always something that is a deal breaker for me when I'm reading. I did not have that problem with Steelheart.
I want to point out before I get going on my review that this is a YA novel. I noticed that when I saw other reviews that many were complaining about the style of writing. Sanderson's style is consistent and similar to other YA writers and stories. I just wanted to throw that out there so that other potential readers understand this.
It was the super powered human angle that hooked me. I love comic books and superheroes. This story made me think of X-men and how you have mutants that either want to get along with humanity and use their powers for good or you have mutants who believe they are superior and don't mind running over and destroying humanity to achieve that dominance.
Now imagine that the latter type of mutant suddenly appeared on the scene. They are arrogant, powerful and have a decided lack of interest in getting along with anyone. What will you, a mere human be able to do?
The main character, David, is faced with that choice after watching one of those super powered beings (called Epics) kill someone he loves. David's obsession (I wouldn't call it tenacity because that's too tame a word to describe this young man's drive) with killing that Epic and getting revenge is the major plot driving the story.
The reader is also introduced to a group called The Reckoners who fight to liberate humanity from the Epics.
There is lots of action, adventure and a small romance. The dialogue in this novel is rather, unique, but not a deal breaker for me. I've known many a fellow nerd who was so socially awkward that every time we open our mouths to be witty or try to fit in, we insert our foot or don't make sense to the world at large.
I would recommend this book for guys and girls. It was a page turner til the end and I would reread it in a heartbeat.
Task Force Gaea Book Blast Giveaway
During the age of Olympos, when a vengeful goddess shatters the Sacred Scales, both immortals and humans alike suffer. Apollo, the god of truth, goes from a glorious existence as The Shining One to a victim of Zeus' wrath, and his journey makes him question his godhood, his role in the cosmos, and his views on humanity. Prophecy and the Fates direct his course, and he must make difficult, yet vital, choices. Millennia pass, and Dan, Aleta, Brandon, and Sarah—four reluctant modern-day heroes gifted by ancient civilizations born of the gods—bound by prophecy, have to choose whether or not to save their world when it could mean they never existed. They must master their new powers while battling against incomprehensible forces from the Underworld and repairing the Sacred Scales, destroyed long ago. With the equilibrium between Order and Chaos unhinged, and the Olympian gods struggling to exist, these four must ally themselves with the United Nations to protect an endangered world, becoming the only group who can fight against metaphysical threats to the Earth, forging Task Force: Gaea. Can mortals succeed where gods cannot go?
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David Berger
Boston born, I grew up on Long Island in New York, and have my B.A. in English with a Master's in Secondary Education. I currently teach AP English Literature, IB English, and Creative Writing in Land O' Lakes, FL. My avid appreciation for fantasy fiction came from a childhood love of Greek mythology and comic books, especially Wonder Woman. Stemming from this literary love affair, I published my first novel, Task Force: Gaea—Finding Balance, in February 2012.
In addition to my fantasy writing, I have written poetry, much of which was influenced by my travels abroad, namely to Ireland. My hibernophilia extends not only to a great love of the Emerald Isle itself, but also to the writers who hail from there, namely W. B. Yeats, and I studied this poet in a National Endowment for the Arts fellowship at the National University of Ireland in Galway in 2005.
Additionally, I have traveled to Spain, France, and England—all with trips I have led with students—and hope to show more of my students what the world beyond Florida looks like.
I'm "living the dream," as it were, and I love life—I just hope it loves me in return. I reside in Land O' Lakes, FL with my partner of 13 years, Gavi, and our two cats, Yankel and Shayna.
Official Author Website | Series Website | Series Facebook Page | Twitter | Goodreads
$25 Amazon.com or BN.com Gift Card or Paypal Cash Ends 12/28/2013. Open only to those who can legally enter, receive and use an Amazon.com or BN.com Gift Code or Paypal Cash. Winning Entry will be verified prior to prize being awarded. No purchase necessary. You must be 18 or older to enter or have your parent enter for you. The winner will be chosen by rafflecopter and announced here as well as emailed and will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Rafflecopter or any other entity unless otherwise specified. The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. Giveaway was organized by Kisha from Indie Hoopla Services & Promotions, http://indiehoopla.com and sponsored by the author. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.
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Book Blast: The Foundlings by R.M. Garcia
Donnie never said a word during the funeral and refused to sit. She was buried in the same cemetery as his parents, but she was placed in a special section. There had been some issues because Abbie had committed suicide, but Cecilia worked it out. The rabbi delivered the first eulogy and was followed by the priest after a respectful moment of silence. After the prayers, she was lowered into the earth, and the grave was filled. Every shovelful of dirt that landed in the grave felt like a dagger to Donnie's chest. After everyone had paid their respects, Johan and Camille returned to their house. There was gathering planned there, but Donnie didn't go. He instead stayed at the foot of Abbie's grave, where he had stood most of the day. Misha walked up and stood next to him.
"I was hoping that the next time I got dressed in a suit would have been for your wedding. I'm so sorry," Misha said.
"This isn't fair," Cecilia said, walking to the other side of Donnie. "You were so happy, I don't know what to say." Donnie continued to look at the grave and spoke, "There's nothing to say. She's gone. I'll be ready to leave in bit. Can I have a moment?"
"Sure man," Misha said, and he and Cecilia walked to the car and waited on him.
Donnie took a deep breath. "I don't know what to do. I can't think. Nothing makes sense. This letter, I don't understand," Donnie said as he pulled out a folded piece of paper from his pocket. It was her suicide note. He opened it and read it out loud.
Mom and Dad, I'm sorry, but the pressure at school is too much I dropped out. I can't face you, knowing how much you would be disappointed in me. I'm so sorry. Please forgive me. Please tell Donnie he didn't do anything wrong and that I'm sorry. I love you all so much.
"You lied to me. You promised me on the beach that you wouldn't leave me." Donnie erupted into tears. He had held them pent up all day. "A heartbeat away, do you remember? What am I supposed to do now? I don't have the heart to go on, because I gave it to you." Donnie continued to sob uncontrollably. The strain of the day had finally caught up to him, and he collapsed. He fell forward and landed on top of the fresh dirt mound covering Abbie's grave. Misha and Cecilia rushed to his side.
"Donnie!"
"Abbie . . ." Donnie replied to her call and lost consciousness.
Series: The Foundlings
Foundling: A Vampire caused by accidental means. Throw together Nazi Vampires, Jewish Vampires, and one very special protective Vampire who is 1000 years old; and you have the makings of an explosive and riveting story.
What would you do, if the love of your life, was suddenly kidnapped by Nazi vampires and forced to become one of them? How would you feel if these same vampires discovered she was Jewish and sentenced her to a permanent death?
Join our hero Donnie as he battles the obstacles of the underworld in a quest for survival against the odds. Will he prevail and save his one true love from eternal damnation?
If you enjoyed Linian Carmine's The Lost Boys, or Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code, then you will truly enjoy this story. Filled with wonderful twists and turns it will keep you guessing to the dramatic end.
Praise for The Foundlings:
"This is just one of those stories that draws you in and keeps you reading till the very end."
"Very imaginative and a refreshing twist with vampires can't wait for next book too come out."
"a lot of surprises and some twists in this story, it was not predictable and I love that in a book"
R.M. Garcia
I was born and raised in New Jersey, and I am the proud son of Puerto Rican parents. My parents moved to New Jersey from Puerto Rico shortly after getting married; I was born about a year later. I have 2 younger siblings, twins, Eric and Erica. Growing up I was a kind child who never asked for much. I didn't ask for anything because my imagination provided me with everything that I would ever need. My mother always said, that of all her children, I was the one that gave her the least amount of trouble.
I was considered a dreamer by all of my teachers, but I never thought that label was a bad thing. I was initially very shy until I got older and stopped caring about others' opinions of me. I realized that I was, who I was, and you either liked me or you didn't; simple as that.
I have been called weird, quirky, funny and trustworthy, all titles I hold dear. I wrote the short story of The Foundlings when I was still in high school and it was not until much later that I fully developed it into a book. Back in the day, I also wrote poetry, but story telling became my true love.
After high school, I moved to Florida and went to college. I dabbled in various professions over the next several years. I worked in jobs such as Hotel Manager, Accountant, Insurance Agent, Travel Agent, Customer Service Rep, Draftsman, and even a Fry Cook.
When I started on the book, I realized that this was my passion, what I was ultimately meant to do. I loved writing The Foundlings and even if it does not become a best seller, I will continue to write. Publishing my first book led to me meeting my wonderful wife. So God willing and with the help of my fans, The Foundlings will make a mark in the literary world. Thank you for reading about me.
Website | Author Facebook Page | Series Facebook Page | Twitter
Goodreads | Amazon Author Page
Four Intriguing Questions
Shout out to Flossie Benton Rogers for tagging me in this hop. I'm always up for talking about my writing.
Let's begin.
What are you working on now? Jewels #2: Emerald Rebellion
How is it different from other work in the genre?
I don't know if it's necessarily different than other works in the space opera genre but it is different than the first book which was my debut novel. I've grown as a writer and I think it shows.
Why do you write?
I have to give the voices in my head a nice venting ground. Oh, and I love to tell stories. And did I mention that I love adventure/action/romance and...well, you catch my drift.
How does your process work?
Process? There's a process? No one told me. Maybe that's why chaos and I love each other, yet somehow we make it work.
Now that I've driven you crazy, please check out what my other writer friends are doing.
R.M. Garcia - The Blood Flow
Brenda Cothern - My Twisted & Kinky World
David Berger - Task Force Gaea
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99cents Indie Hoopla Hop
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The Shifting Stars Book Blast
"I did wake ye." Eyan nodded toward the bed.
"You didn't wake me," Sheireadan said. He grabbed a towel from a nearby peg and reached for a kettle hanging over the fire. "I was making tea." He lifted the kettle. "See? Evidence." He grabbed two mugs and set them on the table.
Eyan moved closer, while Sheireadan filled the mugs. "I don't sleep much these days," Sheireadan continued. "As I said, you didn't wake me." He set the kettle aside. "So why are you here?"
Eyan dawdled for a moment then said, "I had a fight with my parents an' thought ye might be able to advise me."
"Advise you?" Sheireadan scoffed. "I'm the last person you should be looking to for advice."
"I just thought ye could tell me what it's like to live away from your family, is all."
"What do you mean?" Sheireadan asked. His eyes narrowed. "Are your parents booting you out?
"No," Eyan said. "Nothin' like that."
"What then?"
"They're always tellin' me what to do. They treat me like a child."
"Then maybe you shouldn't act like one." Sheireadan pulled out a chair from the table with his foot. "Sit," he ordered. "No good talking on our feet."
Eyan sat, and Sheireadan took the chair across from him.
"I know I act younger than my years," Eyan conceded, "but it's only because I was kept apart from everythin' for so long."
"Because of your eyes."
Eyan detected a hint of distaste in Sheireadan's tone. "Somethin' wrong with that?" he asked.
"Well, they are…"
"Blue," Eyan said, finishing the sentence for him. "But it shouldn't matter, should it? Dayn has blue eyes, and he's married now, aye?"
Sheireadan's mouth twitched, but he made no comment.
Eyan continued. "I mean, now that everyone knows there's no such thing as demons, I shouldn't have to live under my parents' thumb, should I? I should be allowed to court like everyone else. But they won't allow it."
"What do you mean? You're of age, aren't you?"
"Aye, but they think I'm not skilled enough in society's ways to know how to court a girl, that I should wait 'til I understand things better." Eyan frowned. "Well, I think I understand things just fine."
"Do you?" Sheireadan asked. He took a sip from his mug.
"Aye. Dayn explained it all to me. He told me about courtin' and marriage and procreation, and what it means for lads to be likin' lads, and—"
Sheireadan sputtered his tea. "What?"
"He told me things Father should have told me, things that every other clansman knew. I don't know why it was such a big secret though. It all seemed perfectly fine to me."
Sheireadan's jaw dropped.
"Well, maybe not all of it sounds fine," Eyan added hastily. "But most of it."
"Listen," Sheireadan said, setting his mug firmly on the table. "I don't think I'm the right person for you to be talking to. I'm not interested in courting, and I don't have a wife."
"Oh, I'm not here to talk to ye about wives," Eyan said. "I'm here to talk to ye about what it's like to live alone."
"I don't live alone by choice, Eyan," Sheireadan said. "I live alone because my parents are dead and my sister is married."
"Then why aren't ye courtin', if ye don't mind me askin'?"
Sheireadan's expression tightened. He rose from his chair. "I think you'd better go, Eyan. Before your parents come looking for you."
"I can't go home," Eyan said. "Could I maybe stay here with ye for a while? Just 'til I figure things out?"
"I wouldn't be any trouble," Eyan said, standing to face him. "I'd sleep on the floor. I don't mind. And I'm not a bad cook."
"Don't be a dunce. It's too dangerous. People would talk."
"What d' ye mean, people would talk? What would they say?"
Sheireadan headed for the door. He jerked it open and stood next to it, waiting. "I think you'd better go," he said.
Humiliation flared to Eyan's cheeks. "I didn't mean to offend ye, Sheireadan. Honest I didn't."
"You didn't offend me," Sheireadan said with obvious effort, "but you shouldn't be here. Go home. Your parents are only trying to protect you."
Eyan marched to the door, then stopped to face Sheireadan. He leaned toward him, his blue eyes blazing just inches from Sheireadan's now widening brown ones. "Maybe I don't want protectin'," Eyan said. "Did ye ever think of that?" Then he thundered off the porch and into the night.
Sheireadan watched as Eyan disappeared into the forest. His hands were trembling, he realized, as was the rest of him. Don't listen to his foolishness, he told himself. Just leave him be. A wolf howled in the distance. Sheireadan spun toward the sound. It was coming from the very direction Eyan had headed!
Sheireadan sprinted to his bed and gathered up the boots sitting next to it, then tugged them onto his feet. After grabbing up his bow and quiver of arrows, he hurried out the door and onto the porch. He stopped, scanning the darkness. "Now who's the fool?" he said. "You heard him. He doesn't want protecting."
The wolf howled again, closer this time, followed by the tell-tale yips of a pack. Sheireadan jumped over the steps and raced toward the trees. To hell with what Eyan wanted.
In this final installment of the award-winning Souls of Aredyrah series, Dayn and Reiv find themselves facing an old foe and falling into the trap of a new one. Struggling to make their way home through a bitter landscape, they soon discover they are not alone. A tribe known as the Taubastets has captured them in a life-or-death scenario, and the tribe's chief is determined that one of them must be sacrificed. When a young warrior named Tyym vows to see them home, they face decisions that will not only affect their survival, but the spiritual salvation of their world.
While Reiv, Dayn, and Tyym navigate a web of conspiracy and doubt, Dayn's sister Alicine struggles with loss and the impending threat of invasion. The king of Tearia has not abandoned his quest to slay them, and his seemingly unstoppable army is nearly through the pass. But when Tyym enters the scene, hope is rekindled. Even Alicine cannot deny the charisma of the mysterious warrior who has wormed his way into their lives, and into her heart.
The game is in play. A traitor is in their midst. Can the souls of Aredyrah hope to defeat a monster disguised as a king? Or will they succumb to a darkness beyond their understanding?
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Tracy A. Akers is a former language arts teacher and an award-winning author. She grew up in Arlington, Texas, but currently lives in Florida with her husband, three naughty pugs, and a feisty chihuahua. She graduated with honors from the University of South Florida with a degree in Education, and has taught in both public and private schools. She currently divides her time between writing, lecturing, spending time with her family, and costuming at fantasy and science fiction conventions.
Ms. Akers has won numerous awards for her Souls of Aredyrah fantasy series for young adults. As a Florida Book Awards winner, she was acknowledged for her contribution to YA literature by the Governor of Florida during the 2008 Florida Heritage Month Awards Ceremony. Books One and Two of the Aredyrah Series are included in the Florida Department of Education's 2008 Just Read Families Recommended Summer Reading List. In addition, Ms. Akers has been an invited guest author at major book events and writers' conferences, a panelist at fantasy and science fiction conventions, and was on the steering committee for Celebration of the Story, a literary event held at Saint Leo University.
The Souls of Aredyrah Series is Ms. Akers' first series of novels for young adults.
Kishaz Reading Corner: Steelheart by Brandon Sande...


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President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, by his April 17 decree, approved the Uzbekistan's Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Treatment Strategy for 2019-2028.
"While continuing to tap the cooperation potential, including the development of gas fields and the construction of power plants, it is also important to expand cooperation to such knowledge-based sectors as ITs, 5G, space technologies and hi-tech industries, including medicine and bioindustry, " South Korean President Moon Jae-in told the Xalq So'zi newspaper in an interview.
Special tactical drills, attended by the units of the Ministries of Defense and Inerior, State Security Service, National Guard and Border Troops, began in the Surkhandarya province of Uzbekistan, which borders Afghanistan.
The inspection conducted by the State Labor Inspection Authority confirmed the facts of forced labor in Andijan, the Ministry of Labor said.
The Tashkent Interdistrict Economic Court ruled that Tashkent mayor's office shall pay 2.7 billion soums 350 thousan in compensation for the seizing of the land plot for government needs where Tumaris confectionery factory is located, the Chamber of Commerce (CCI) of Uzbekistan said.
Foreign Minister Abdulaziz Kamilov today hosted a French delegation led by the Secretary of State to the Minister for European and Foreign Affairs Jean-Baptiste Lemoyne and the co-chair of the Intergovernmental Commission for Trade and Economic Cooperation, the Uzbek Foreign Ministry said.
Modestas Kaselyauskas from Lithuania has been appointed permanent adviser at the Tax Committee (TC) of Uzbekistan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the committee said in a statement.
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev yesterday hosted the visiting UK Minister for Europe, Alan Duncan. Shavkat Mirziyoyev, warmly welcoming the guest, commended the recent upward trend of the Uzbek-British multifaceted ties.
On April 16, on the margins of the XIth International Forum ATOMEXPO-2019 in Sochi, the Agreement of Intent was signed between Uzatom and Rosatom Technical Academy.


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Push to remove transgender experts from debate on treatments
8 Sep 2019 | Filed under National,News | Posted by admin
Professor John Whitehall from the University of Western Sydney is urging the government to hold a parliamentary inquiry into transgender healthcare.
His call has also been backed by Trans Dissent Australia, the small online group who are agitating for a shutdown of transgender youth treatments in Australia.
Last month the groups called on federal government to hold a national inquiry into the treatment protocols for transgender youth, arguing that gender dysphoria is a "mass social contagion" claiming that medical professionals across Australia are rushing youth into being prescribed puberty blockers and hormone treatments.
Their campaign has been supported by News Corp, primarily through The Australian newspaper which has published almost daily articles criticises treatment for gender dysphoria.
The newspaper claimed that Health Minister Greg Hunt had ordered the Royal Australasian College of Physicians to hold an inquiry into the issue, but the medical body were quick to highlight holding inquiries is not within their remit.
Now the group have begun arguing that experts in transgender health who were involved in creating Australia's guidelines for treatment should be exempt from contributing to the review of the practices. They have also argued that the role of social media in the lives of transgender people needs to be formally investigated.
While the group are getting a lot of attention from The Australian and presenters on Sky News, it has also been highlighted that many of the people noted to be experts by the media have no experience in working with transgender healthcare.
During a recent appearance on Sky News Professor Whitehall admitted that in his more than fifty years of practice he had never treated a patient experiencing gender dysphoria.
The Guardian has noted that Professor Whitehall is given an extraordinary amount of media coverage for something he is not an expert in. As of 21 August, Whitehall has been quoted 61 times in major TV, radio, print and online in 2019, compared with just 14 collective mentions for prominent doctors who do work in the area including Dr Michelle Telfer, or GP and LGBTI health provider Dr Fiona Bisshop.
Whitehall received the most coverage from the Australian, Sky News, and Macquarie Radio – parent company of 2GB. This aligns with a 2017 study that found Whitehall was cited nearly three times more than other medical professionals in Australian media.
Western Sydney University told OUTinPerth that it expected staff to be clear that when making comments outside their area of expertise that they should clearly note that those views are separate to that of the tertiary institution.
"Western Sydney University respects academic freedom and freedom of expression and encourages informed debate, and works to ensure academic staff meet the appropriate standards for academic inquiry and commentary. The expression of views that extend beyond an academic's field of expertise and published research should be done outside of their association with the University." a spokesperson said.
"Western Sydney University is an inclusive and respectful place of study and work, and supports the rights and safety of students and staff from gender and sexuality diverse backgrounds."
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Danish Guitar Virtuoso Quist Premieres "She #Zen" Music Video
By Damian Fanelli 2017-04-25T14:31:06Z
(Image credit: M Becker)
Today, GuitarWorld.com presents the exclusive premiere of "She #Zen," the new music video by Danish guitar virtuoso Quist—aka Jacob Quistgaard.
The song is from his new all-instrumental album, Trigger, which will be released April 28 via Fretmonkey Records.
The album will mark the first instrumental record by Quist, who has made a name for himself in recent years as Bryan Ferry's guitarist. He's also the man behind the QuistJam YouTube channel, which has earned more than 40 million views.
Trigger features a host of top-tier musicians, including Guy Pratt (Pink Floyd, Michael Jackson), Dave De Rose (Mark Ronson) and English composer Magnus Fiennes (Shakira, Pulp, Tom Jones).
"The album started coming together as I was touring the world performing with Valerie June, and then Bryan Ferry," Quist says. "Those gigs had happened as a result of making a conscious decision to embrace my inner guitar geek and totally focus on the instrument that started it all for me. That decision started a huge wave of change in my life, a wave that moved me from London to Los Angeles, gave me an audience on YouTube, sent me touring more than ever, opened up new doors, enabled killer contributions from the musicians I was touring with and—most importantly—made me realize the strength in allowing yourself to be you.
"Trigger represents a monumental personal and musical journey for me, a thirst for exploring and a brand-new chapter."
Trigger is available now for preorder via iTunes.
For more about Quist, visit Quistorama.com and follow him on YouTube and Facebook.
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BikeBiz is again compiling a list of the top 20 independent bike dealers in the land, celebrating the vital role IBDs play in the cycle retail world.
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Donald Trump held a press conference at the G7 -- here are the 38 wildest things he said
President Donald Trump didn't spend much time at the G7 meeting in Quebec over the last 48 hours, but he managed to m...
Posted: Jun 10, 2018 1:50 PM
Updated: Jun 10, 2018 1:50 PM
President Donald Trump didn't spend much time at the G7 meeting in Quebec over the last 48 hours, but he managed to make plenty of news. As he was leaving for the conference, Trump told reporters he'd support re-adding Russia into the group. (Russia was removed from the group after it annexed Crimea in 2014.)
Once at the G7, Trump arrived late Saturday morning for a breakfast meeting attended by the various world leaders -- and then held a somewhat impromptu news conference before heading to Singapore for his much-discussed summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on June 12.
The press conference was, um, a humdinger. I went through the official White House transcript and pulled out some of the more memorable lines. They're below.
1. "We've concluded a really tremendously successful G7."
2. "And you know the gentlemen up are the legendary Larry Kudlow and the legendary John Bolton."
[nods head knowingly] Oh yeah. (Randy "Macho Man" Savage voice)
3. "I made a lot of statements having to do with clarity."
Yes, yes. This clears things up nicely.
4. "I congratulate the leaders of other countries for so crazily being able to make these trade deals that were so good for their country and so bad for the United States."
A hearty congratulations on your craziness! Well done, sirs and madams!
5. "I'll be on a mission of peace, and we will carry in, really -- in my heart, we're going to be carrying the hearts of millions of people, people from all over the world."
That's a lot of hearts.
6. "We really think that North Korea will be a tremendous place in a very short period of time."
This, like many Trump statements, is impossible to fact check. So, in a short period of time North Korea is going to be "tremendous"? How? Why?
7. "Well, there's always everything."
Wise words. Wise. Words.
8. "He won't have that opportunity again. It's never going to be there again."
Trump making very clear to Kim that this is his one big chance. And that if he misses his chance, there won't be another. (It's not entirely clear whether Trump would stick to such a tough line in the sand or not.)
9. "He can take that nation, with those great people, and truly make it great."
If you follow Trump's logic here, the way Kim will make North Korea "great" is to get rid of his nuclear weapons. I'm not sure Kim would agree with that view.
10. "And we will watch over, and we'll protect, and we'll do a lot of things."
A lot of things. Believe me.
11. "I have not spoken to Vladimir Putin in quite a while."
"Indeed, Donald Trump and I have, firstly, met more than once at various international venues. And secondly, we regularly talk over the phone." -- Vladimir Putin, earlier this week.
12. "Some people like the idea of bringing Russia back in."
"Some people" = Donald Trump
13. "And something happened a while ago, where Russia is no longer in."
Yes, Russia invaded a sovereign nation and annexed a region of it.
14. "We pay nothing. We don't want to pay anything. Why should we pay?"
Me, at Starbucks, every damn day.
15. "So you go tariff-free, you go barrier-free, you go subsidy-free."
You go gluten free.
16. "That's the way you learned at the Wharton School of Finance."
So, wait, Trump went to Wharton? I did not know that! You would think he would mention that more often!
17. "I guess, they got to go back to the drawing and check it out, right?"
So.....
18. "It's going to change, 100%."
One hundred percent is the most change. The biggest. There's no more change than that.
19. "We're like the piggy bank that everybody is robbing."
Ronald Reagan on America: A shining city on a hill.
George H.W. Bush on America: A thousand points of light.
Donald Trump on America: The piggy bank that everybody is robbing.
20. "And so we are talking to many countries. We're talking to all countries."
So are we talking to many countries? Or all the countries? I need some clarity!
21. "So when we try and bring our piece up a little bit so that it's not so bad, and then they go up -- right -- the difference is they do so much more business with us than we do with them that we can't lose that."
Man, this reads just like an economics textbook.
22. "The numbers are so astronomically against them in terms of anything, as per your question."
23. "You've studied this very well. Congratulations."
[pats self on back]
24. "Hispanic doing the best."
He's talking about Hispanic unemployment numbers here. But it's sort of an odd way to say it...
25. "Fake News CNN. The worst. But I could tell by the question."
The question in question, by CNN's Kevin Liptak who was serving as the pool reporter at the event, was this: "As you were heading into these G7 talks, there was a sense that America's closest allies were frustrated with you and angry with you, and that you were angry with them and that you were leaving here early to go meet for more friendlier talks with Kim Jong Un in Singapore. And I'm wondering if you view it the same way. And do you view the US alliance system shifting under your presidency?"
Seems like a pretty relevant question to me.
26. "I would say that the level of relationship is a 10."
This all checks out.
27. "I will blame them if they don't act smart and do what they have to do -- because they have no choice. I'll be honest with you, they have no choice."
To sum up:
a) Trump doesn't blame leaders of other countries for taking advantage of the US
b) They won't be able to take advantage of us anymore
c) They have no choice
d) Again no choice
28. "So you can tell that to your fake friends at CNN."
Just a reminder: Donald Trump is the President of the United States. Go tell your real friends that.
29. "The relationship that I've had with the people, the leaders of these countries, has been -- I would really, rate it on a scale of 0 to 10, I would rate it a 10."
30. "You know, it's like the gig is up. It's like the gig is up. They're not trying to -- there's nothing they can say."
Trump is casting the world as having collectively -- and purposely -- bilked the US for decades. And now, they have been caught red-handed and they know it. Again, color me skeptical that this is how France, Canada and the rest of the G7 see the situation.
31. "But a lot of these countries actually smile at me when I'm talking. And the smile is -- we couldn't believe we got away with it."
So, that's what he thinks the smile is about.
32. "I think that he's going to surprise, on the upside, very much on the upside."
[NBA draft expert voice] "Kim Jong Un, this is a guy with tremendous upside. Not much known about him going into this summit but his upside is limitless."
33. "Because, you know, as a deal person, I've done very well with deals."
Deal people do well with deals. It is known.
34. "I think within the first minute I'll know. Just my touch, my feel. That's what I do."
My favorite quote -- by a lot -- in the press conference. So, Trump will know whether a deal can get done with Kim within the first minute of meeting him because of his "touch" and "feel." Got it.
35. "Everyone said -- you know, the haters, they say, 'Oh, you're giving him a meeting.' Give me a break, OK?"
"The haters. " -- The President of the United States
36. "Because the US press is very dishonest, much of it."
On foreign soil -- and en route to an international summit over nuclear weapons -- the President attacks "much" of the media as dishonest. In case you were wondering whether this is normal, it's not. Not at all.
37. "There are many people in the press that are unbelievably dishonest. They don't cover stories the way they're supposed to be."
This is a good reminder that for Trump, "fake news" and "dishonest" reporters basically translates to "journalists who report stories that aren't favorable to me."
38. "So there's tremendous -- you know, I came up with the term, 'fake news.' It's a lot of fake news. But at the same time, I have great respect for many people in the press."
Good night. And good luck.
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The start of a fresh new year is the perfect time for you to get a headstart on getting your finances in order. Reforming your financial life might seem a little daunting, and even tedious, but if you take these simple yet strategic steps, it should be a cakewalk.
Your salary might be what determines how satisfied you are with your job, but when it comes to your financial planning, it is your real hourly rate that counts. From your total salary, you need to discount the taxes and then divide the remaining figure by the hours worked, to arrive at your hourly rate. This figure is what you should base your budget and spending plan on, to benefit the most.
Paying off your debts might be a goal you've set for yourself, but the first step is to actually take stock of your debts and create a plan to pay them off. Otherwise, it is likely to just become one of those many failed resolutions. You need to list out all your debts with all the relevant details- the amount, current interest rates, and so on. With all the details laid out before you, it would be much easier for you to chalk out a strategy to pay off the debts, or at least reduce them drastically.
The term "minimum payment" often gives us a false sense of comfort. Paying the bare minimum when it comes to your credit card bills actually does more harm than good in the long run. It is advised that you pay a little more than the "minimum" on your credit card bill, even it is by a nominal amount, to avoid being a slave to interest.
It is important to have an annual review of your finances. It need not entail a complete financial overhaul every time, but you might need to make slight tweaks in your financial planning that would be beneficial in the long run. This review should include going over your retirement savings, investment allocations, assessment of your annual budget and setting new financial goals. In case you are anticipating a major life event- marriage, having a baby, buying a new house, and so on, you could bring in a financial advisor to finetune your financial plan.
Signing up for text or email notifications for your credit cards, student loans, and other financial accounts, can help you stay on top of your finances. Setting up alerts for your bank accounts can remind you to make payments that are due as well as let you know about recent transactions- thus reducing the chances of missed payments and overdraft fees.
We are often bogged down by our past financial decisions and paying off debts, to plan adequately for the future. We often end up neglecting saving up for the long-term, especially when it comes to retirement. This is, however, the perfect time to start since time and compound interest are both on your side. Increasing how much you set aside as your retirement contribution can be a valuable aspect of your financial planning that is sure to pay off in the future.
You must check your credit score regularly and ensure that your credit reports are free of errors. Kickstarting your financial planning by going through these reports is a good way to go about. Your credit score is very important since it represents what kind of a borrower you are, and it is important when taking out fresh loans and charting out the course of your financial plans.
You need to apply to different online mortgage lenders so that you can get a fair idea about the various rates and fees that they charge. You should definitely get at least three to four quotes so that you have a legitimate point of comparison. Looking for multiple credit inquiries or rate shopping won't lower your credit score!
You must ensure that your credit score does not dip because that will determine how low your rate will be. Feel free to pull your scores from portals like Wallethub. Do not have the misplaced fear that pulling your score will affect it in a negative way.
You need to remember that your credit card balance determines your credit utilization ratio which makes up for a large percentage of your total score. So you need to try and ensure that all balances are cleared off from time to time.
If you have collection accounts, you need to do your best to remove them. You can either take up the dispute with the Credit Bureau. If the Bureau is unable to verify the account, they will have the account removed. You can also go for a pay for delete agreement in which the collection agency will agree to remove your account in exchange of a fixed payment.
If you have a friend or a family member with a positive payment history in their credit card account, you can ask them to add you to their account. After you become an authorized user of their account, their account history will feature on your report making it look more credible. This will also make its way to your scoring algorithm and boost up your scores.
Use the different mortgage quotes to strike a deal with the lender. Remember that their quote is not sacrosanct and more than often the loan officer will try to push up fees and rates in order to get higher commissions. Take a quote from a leader and quote the same to another leader and encourage them to be competitive. Repeat this cycle until you get the best mortgage rates that are available. You can even bargain when it comes to the closing costs and origination fees.
Government backed mortgages are not insured by the government making them riskier. It is guaranteed that the lender will get their money back and these result in lower mortgage rates. FHA loans also have simple down payment requirements and the qualifying guidelines are far from strict. If you are a vet then you should go for a VA loan because it offers the lowest available mortgage amongst all loans.
If you live in a rural area you can opt for a USDA loan because it comes with zero down payment and complete financing. There are also grants and programs specifically for first time home buyers. Before opting for a mortgage loan, make sure that you have done your research because a low mortgage rate can help you save thousands of dollars.
Tax planning can help vastly reduce the taxes owed, especially for small businesses. It is often confused with tax-preparation, but they are two very different things. While tax-preparation is getting your taxes arranged for quarterly or annual filings, tax planning helps you strategize ahead of time what needs to be filed and what are the records to be kept. It entails the careful consideration of deductions and credits that can be incurred by the business through the year to reduce the tax burden.
A certified public accountant (CPA), or tax advisor, can help you make considerable savings through small business tax planning. One of the primary roadblocks for small businesses is that the owners often have to multitask- heading management, marketing product development, and accounting as well. As a result, they end up treating the managerial and accounting aspects as a chore and seldom afford it any time. Tax planning is treated as an accompaniment to tax preparation and relegated to a year-end exercise. This defeats the entire purpose of the activity and barely has any impact. This becomes all the more significant when the tax is cash-based and timing of cash receipts and vendor repayments are a significant factor. Apart from this, it is also important to have the business registered as a sales tax vendor and prepare the requisite forms in order to avoid possible tax liabilities.
Cost of goods sold, occupancy cost, taxes and wages, travel, insurance and marketing all fall into common categories for tax deductions. In fact, practically everything that supports the daily operations of your small business is tax-deductible. It is thus essential to maintain detailed records of all business-related expenses for audit purposes.
One must always remember, for business tax deductions, it is crucial to prove that the expenses were made for business purposes itself. As a result, original vendor invoices and other proofs of purchase such as receipts need to be kept in order- bank statements are not enough. It is essential to keep abreast of changes in tax laws and in the know of related policies. Being aware yourself, will also ensure you can exact the most out of your tax advisors.
Yes, strategic tax planning is crucial in reducing the amount of taxes owed, but it can`t happen overnight. It happens over a period of time, and perhaps even over a couple of financial years. Regular meetings with your advisors and CPA through the year is essential. As elaborated earlier, it is always a bit of an uphill battle, for which you need to arm yourself sufficiently with your financial statements, projected purchases in the future, possible changes in staffing and such. With all these in your arsenal and your CPA and tax advisors by your side, small business tax planning will help you substantially in reducing the amount of taxes you owe.
A considerable part of every individual's financial journey revolves around saving personal finance. Taking the time to manage your personal finance may seem a bit difficult, but it pays off in the long run. From paying your debts on time to helping you save for your retirement, a few simple steps taken at the right time can help you gain better control of your money.
Read on to know some excellent personal finance saving tips, including setting up a budget, tracking your expenses and turning saving into a habit for a secured, better future.
Find it difficult to realize where your money goes every month? Well, saving your hard-earned money for a rainy day calls for a budget. Start by calculating the amount of money that comes into your account every month and get an estimate of your monthly spending. Once you have figured this out, find all those expenses which you can reduce every month and then create a workable budget to plan your spending. Set a spending limit (make sure it's realistic) and challenge yourself to stay within that limit.
Keeping your budget on track requires recording all your expenses. You may think that making a mental note of your expenses is good enough. But, guess what? It isn't, and never will be. To understand your spending patterns, you must keep track of all your expenses – even the cups of coffee, and snacks that you buy. By recording every penny that you have spent, you will be able to assess the progress you are making to reach your personal finance goals and can get rid of unnecessary expenses that act as an obstacle.
Lack of discipline or self-control is one of the most common reasons why many people fail to manage their finances well. So, automate your savings, and you will no longer have to depend on yourself to transfer funds into your savings account. When you make your contributions automatic, you will not have any excuses for failing to save. This way, you will get accustomed to living on a little less money and save more in due course.
To deal with financial surprises later, you must start and build an emergency fund now. Save that bonus or salary raise to use during emergencies. But never keep the emergency fund cash with the rest of your savings. Keep it separate and be prepared for unexpected expenses. Also, it is important to understand that an emergency fund isn't for traveling or spending on the latest car. And, it most certainly, isn't a reserve for your wedding. Dip into the emergency fund only during times of exigencies like if you have a medical emergency, you have incurred a huge loss in business, or you have lost your only job.
When it comes to retirement savings, no amount of money will ever suffice your financial requirements at old age. So, begin right and begin early. Create a retirement plan and send a significant portion of your monthly income to your retirement savings. Remember that your retirement contributions can determine the financial security you will have during your post-work years. Therefore, keep saving and stay committed to your goal.
In case you do not have a Social Security Number, then the IRS can issue an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) which you can use on your tax returns instead of a Social Security Number. Created by the IRS in July 1996, the ITIN program helps foreign nationals and other individuals who otherwise don't have an SSN or are not eligible for the same.
Such individuals can still pay their taxes without defaulting. All that's needed is to file form W-7 to apply for an ITIN. This processing number can be issued to unauthorized immigrants as well so that they can pay their taxes with ease, irrespective of their immigration status.
As a new resident of the country, you must learn about the importance of the Form W-4 and the impact it has on your taxes. At the beginning of your new job, it is mandatory for your employer to provide you a Form W-4 which you need to fill out. This form will help your employer to figure out the amount of the federal income tax withheld from your paychecks.
The information that you need to provide includes details about your marital status, allowances, and exemptions. It is important to note that if too much tax is withheld, then you will have to forego that money on your paychecks and will have to wait until tax time to get a refund.
Apart from the U.S., you may also have investments, properties and financial accounts in other countries. If so, then you must file for taxes on your worldwide income. This will include all the interest, returns on investments, rents, and government pensions, that you have received in a given financial year. Thus, it is necessary to report all the income that has been generated outside the U.S.
Apart from the income received from other countries you also need to report the details of the financial assets that you hold in those countries including bank accounts, brokerage accounts, insurance policies, etc. You can avoid getting penalized by the IRS by filling out these details accurately and without hiding any information.
If you have immigrated to the U.S. on a K-1 or K-3 visa by marrying a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, then you must file your taxes jointly in the next tax filing season. Don't forget to prove that the marriage is bona fide while filling the Form I-485 to register for permanent resident status on the basis of your marriage.
The U.S. has income tax treaties with several foreign countries. If you are a non-resident alien, then obtaining information about these treaties is a must before you file your tax. This is because these treaties can reduce or remove U.S. tax on a number of personal services and other income like interest, dividends, capital gains, royalties, etc. Thus, make sure you review every single treaty to know which all incomes can be exempted from your U.S. tax or are taxed at a lower rate.
Discussions around tax and finance are so boring such that most youngsters prefer to ignore or postpone them. If you do not make time to talk about money today, you might have to keep talking about debts tomorrow unless you are a billionaire by birth. Remember, even billionaires are spending adequate amount of time every year, planning their financials.
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In this article, we are discussing the importance of financial planning for financial planning at a younger age, especially for newly married couples given the changing financial scenario with unforeseen expenses and future planning, post-wedding. We also cover some basic money management tips to prevent financial tensions from ruining the fun of your married life.
Talk openly about finances. Despite knowing each other quite a time before getting married, it is not always an obligation to discuss finances when you are in a relationship. Owing to this scenario, it is essential for couples to set aside a peaceful time to sit and discuss each others' financial status, including any outstanding debts, and create a five-year financial plan with earnings and expenditure goals for the future.
Execute the plan. It is a common notion that the man of the house earns and the woman of the house spends. Well, that is not the case anymore. Women are equally financially independent as that of men, making it much more easy to keep finances under control. If there are 2 earning members of the family, it is essential to assign priorities, discuss savings - individual and joint savings, and make equal contributions towards the family expenses to prevent any misunderstandings in the future.
Trust and Transparency. There is no reason why a couple might need to keep secrets from each other. The same applies to money matters as well. Keep your earnings and spending transparent and visible to both so that you both are on the same page. However, this should not prevent you from having a personal space i.e., pocket money to pamper oneself now and then.
Start Planning Early. If you are a newly married couple, your bucket list might be as simple as a property, four wheeler, medical insurance, travel goals, career goals and some branded clothes. However, if you are already planning to expand the family, it is essential to tweak your plan a bit to ensure no last minute surprises. Planning early for parenting, kids' education, retirement makes your life much easier and gives you enough time and money to achieve your travel goals.
Never ignore tax planning. Tax Planning is the most essential part of your financial planning. It is necessary for the couple to sit down and plan their taxes, be consistent and regular with tax filing and prevent any IRS penalties. Remember that what you save from avoiding tax payments is nothing when compared to the penalties, attorney fee and legal charges that follow.
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February is not too late for New Year Resolutions. We at Perfect Tax and Finance believe that a perfect tax strategy begins a year ahead of time. Our experts have compiled a list of 10 tips to help small and medium businesses create an effective tax strategy.
Tip #1 Hire an Expert.
One thing where you need to spend money (forget about saving!) is when you hire a tax specialist. An expert can help minimize tax amounts and maximize refunds. It makes total sense to communicate with a tax professional to evaluate your current situation and determine tax strategy reforms well in advance.
You may procrastinate anything but not tax strategy planning. However, an effective tax strategy designing takes a significant amount of time and requires a good understanding of the tax laws, government policies and the current tax situation in your company; alongside a reasonable estimate of potential financial changes in the company.
Tip #3 Utilize Accounting Software.
While this tip seems to be a no-brainer for business owners, small and large, it still needs to be on the list as a constant reminder. Accounting software such as QuickBooks save time, effort and also make the entire process of recording information more productive.
Tip #4 Setup a Payroll Amount to the Directors.
This could be a powerful tax-saving tool. If you are a small business with 2-3 partners, then you can set up a payroll system for each partner based on their net income. You can also put your spouse or other family members on the payroll to include that on your expenses records.
Tip #5 Business Account for Business Transactions only.
You might have opened a business account for your company. It is essential to classify or segregate your transactions as personal and business transactions (& payments that comply with regulations) before you decide which debit card to use. Using business account for personal transactions and spending is not a great way to run a business.
Tip #6 Make Charitable Donations.
Charitable Donations in the US can be claimed for tax returns under certain conditions. You need to remember that donations made to only qualified charitable organizations are deductible. Churches, synagogues, temples, and mosques are considered de facto charitable organizations. Donations made to such organizations are deductible although they are not officially present on the IRS Exempt Organizations Select Checklist.
Tip #7 Ask for Receipts for both online and offline transactions.
Whether you made a digital transaction or paid via cash, a spending is a spending and needs to be in the records when it comes to filing taxes. Make sure you ask for receipts, no matter the amount, in order for the transaction to be substantiated by a bank record.
Tip #8 Volunteering Expenses are Deductible.
Yes, that's true. The time spent on volunteering for a charitable organization is not deductible but you can out of pocket expenses (parking fees and tolls, travel expenses, uniforms, clothing, supplies, etc) relating to volunteering are deductible as long as they are not reimbursed to you or considered personal.
Equipment upgrades, inventory purchase, office supplies stock up - these transactions are also counted as expenses. So, make a list of purchases you can make now to get the most out of your deductions and run it by your accountant for advice.
Tip #10 Contribute to a Retirement Plan.
Payments made to retirement funds are tax deductible and reduce your income for the year. Speak with your financial planner to determine the best plan for your business, set up a retirement fund and make regular contributions.
Get rid of the complexities of taxes with some simple tips and solutions from tax experts. This blog will also help you manage your personal finances better in the long run.
TurboTax Blog from Intuit is a must-follow blog for those who always face difficulties while filing for taxes and getting the right tax refund. From tax news to useful tax tips, this blog provides it all.
Taxes for Expats (TFX) is an excellent expat tax blog that helps expatriates and retirees get all the knowledge they need to manage their taxes in a hassle free way.
Whether you have encountered some difficult situations with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and/or State Taxing Authorities, Community Tax Blog will provide you all the information required for tax resolution services across the nation.
Designed specifically for those who want to know Amercian tax law better, the TaxProf Blog is one of the best web resources you will find on taxes.
As the name suggests, this blog provides information about tax reforms and tax systems in the 21st century, with posts that mainly focus on federal, California and multistate matters.
A Taxing Matter is run by Professor Linda M. Beale who shares her opinions about the U.S. tax policy in an enlightening manner.
Tax Policy Center is a blog by the Urban Institute and the Brookings Institution, which provides in-depth guides on U.S. tax policy. The information provided on this blog is helpful for not just the public but also the policymakers.
A blog by Kay Bell, a professional journalist and tax author, Don't Mess With Taxes is a platform that delivers excellent tax viewpoints, tips, and resources to prepare for taxes.
This blog by Robert D Flach, a veteran tax professional, provides current information and advice on taxes. One can even get some insights on tax policy and professional tax practice by reading this blog regularly.
The official blog of the Tax Foundation, the Tax Policy Blog provides taxpayers with brilliant analysis and information about tax policy at not just the federal and state levels but also at local levels.
Taxable Talk is a blog from Russ Fox, E.A., of Clayton Financial and Tax of Las Vegas, Nevada. The blog provides relevant information on tax reforms, the IRS, tax preparation, payroll taxes and much more.
If you want to make sense of the taxes you are liable to pay, just read this blog for advice and knowledge on tax as well as budget policy.
Manage your taxes better with the help of useful tips and information shared on the Tax Problem Attorney Blog by the Brager Tax Law Group.
While Prof. James Edward Maule shares his opinions on a number of subjects through this blog, the information that he provides on tax law makes the blog one of leading resources for tax knowledge.
Year-end brings with it not just excitement and celebrations, but also the responsibility to complete financial audits. Maintaining proper accounting records is a key aspect of any company's financial reporting. So here's a quick guide to help you understand all that you wanted to know about year-end audits.
A year-end accounting audit is a procedure of examining a company's financial situation in its entirety. It's done to ensure that the company complies with the pertaining laws and accounting standards. Preparing for year-end audit in advance will make sure that the process goes smoothly. Basic auditing can help you ensure a trouble-free year-end audit that can prevent an audit from the IRS as well as keep you safe from legal issues arising from faulty or fraudulent accounting information.
Every business must collect financial information reliably and store it in a secure manner. From bank statements to invoices and canceled checks, everything must be organized and kept in separate files and folders for quick retrieval, as and when needed. Care should be taken to keep relevant and related documents at the same place. This process also helps in resolving any issues or answering any queries of the shareholders or the IRS, if the need arises. It is also helpful in judging the financial situation of the business and improving it.
Securing the confidential accounting information is one of the most important aspects of auditing. With adequate internal accounting controls, protection against theft and fraud is assured. Keep accounting personnel separate and, if possible, assign different accounting duties to different employees. Keep the safes locked all the times and accounting systems password protected with restricted access. Another important internal control is to install surveillance cameras and systems for understanding who accessed what information and when.
A beneficial accounting practice is to compare internal records with external records to ensure their credibility. By doing so, you can assure that your company's accounting records are accurate and this could ease the year-end audit tremendously. Any errors can be rectified in time and your company's reputation could be saved.
Once you have maintained proper records, an audit report must be prepared to summarize the financial position of the company, to assess the accounting system, and to highlight business departments that are performing well. This document will help a great deal for future use and can become handy in case the IRS audits your business.
Auditing your company's financial statements should be a regular activity as it helps in ascertaining the profitability of the business and is one of the key requirements of lenders, investors and creditors. And when it comes to a year-end audit, it should never be looked at as an ordeal. There is no denying that a year-end audit involves a lot of hard work, but it is highly beneficial to understand your company's past accounting procedures, improve them and plan ahead for better financial health. Just prepare for the audit all year round by following best practices and welcome the new year without any worries.
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Running a business is all about ensuring your profits grow along with the sales chart, validating the success of your business. But to ensure that your sales chart go up constantly is certainly not an easy task. With competing brands offering similar products at about the same prices, you need to implement better sales techniques to keep on adding more dollars to your company balance sheets. Explained below are some of the ways that you can implement to attain better sales and increase your business profit.
Offer Discounts One of the most important aspects of a product, according to customers, is its price. If a new customer has to choose between two similar products, they always pick the one which costs less.
Seasonal Discounts Consider decreasing the prices of certain products as seasonal discounts. Just like clothing brands clear their summer collections with high discounts before the winter stocks arrive, or when electronics and home furnishing stores offer great deals and discounts during the holiday season.
Combo Discounts Bundle up products that are used together and sell them at prices lower than what their combined separate prices would be. A good example here would be "value packs", usually offered by FMCG brands.
New Launch Discounts When launching a new product, a business can sell it for a lower price than similar products from competing brands. This attracts people and when they become loyal customers you can sell the product for the same price as the other brands without having a severely bad effect on your company's sales.
Add Extra Services and Products Nothing attracts a customer like the word: "Free". You can offer any additional service or product with your existing products to get more attention from the customers than your competition.
Free Products In a deal where you offer a free product with your existing product, ensure that the profit of the combined deal covers the free product's price to add more dollars to your business accounts.
Free Service and Repairs Another interesting way to attract more customers is to offer free repair and service on your products. When you increase the customers' trust in your products, they choose you for their next requirements as well. This also makes sure that your old buyers feel included and refer you to their friends and family.
Cross-company Collaboration You can collaborate with other companies and brands to sell products that will yield a mutual profit.
Keep Regulating Prices Increasing and decreasing your prices at regular times may up your profits significantly. While decreased prices attract more customers, a small increase in price, if done right, yields more profits without compromising on the sales.
Increase Market Area Increasing your sales area, especially to places untouched by your competitors, is a great risk. But if you are able to capture the blue ocean markets, you can enjoy uninterrupted leadership in that market for a long time.
These are just some of the ways through which you can add more dollars to your balance sheets. Find a strategy that suits your line of business the best and beat competition like a pro in this ever-changing and fiercely competitive market.
You might think that your investments will help you save some good amount of money at the time of tax filing, but the truth is – knowingly or unknowingly, you might be committing some serious tax saving mistakes. Here are five such mistakes that you shouldn't make at all.
There is no denying that the stock market is a great place to invest your money – but only if you don't need that money in a few months. It is essential to understand that investing in stocks that will keep your money parked for a long period is not a sensible decision.
You should always have some ready cash with you to meet exigencies if at all they arise. A portion of your savings should go into investment options that can be easily liquidated when needed. You can put some cash in your savings account or a certificate of deposit (CD).
While we all love to have a good paycheck from our jobs, not assigning a significant amount of your salary towards your retirement contributions is a big mistake indeed. You might think that you will save money gradually, but what's important is to save money now – when you could. So, increase your retirement contributions to have a good amount of money with you when you retire and also to save more money on tax.
Another common mistake that people make, either due to lack of time or lack of knowledge is to invest all their funds in one investment vehicle. Remember that the ideal investment portfolio is the one that has diversified investments. While it is not a sure shot way to protect you against losses, doing so will help you minimize the risk.
As the adage goes – don't put all your eggs in one basket. Thus, if you or your tax advisor is putting all your money in one form of investment, then stop it at the earliest. You might end up losing everything.
You want to save more on tax, and a particular investment option is said to be making huge returns. You don't want to lose the game and end up putting a substantial amount of money hurriedly into it. Well, you know what? That's one of the worst ways to save your taxes as you might end up losing more than what you could imagine. Just because an investment option works for you, it doesn't necessarily mean that it will be good for everyone. Know your tax-saving needs and then find the most suitable options that help you meet them.
Putting your money in stocks or investment options that are difficult for you to understand is a grave mistake. Just because their advisors assure them of great returns, many people often park their cash in complex investment vehicles that are difficult to understand and high on risk. What's the result?
They end up making huge losses. Therefore, whenever you want to invest your money in some investment vehicles, always think them through and go ahead only when you fully understand their terms and modus operandi.
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Whether you are a newlywed couple or parents-to-be, financial planning at a very early age has been mandatory, thanks to the current lifestyle. In addition to creating a personal financial plan, building and preserving a family wealth fund to utilize for emergencies and family goals requires a high-level of commitment.
At Perfect Tax and Finance, we provide personal financial planning advice - coupled with one-on-one guidance to develop a comprehensive that suits your personal and family needs. We've compiled a few tips for new parents-to-be to create a suitable financial plan that helps manage risk and emergencies, promote long-term savings and ensures the growth and longevity of your wealth.
It is a common human tendency to break down the savings plan whenever there is a need. As much as your personal savings should be helpful at times of emergency, it is also essential to set a limit as to how much of your escrow savings can you use up at such times.
If you are using a major part of your savings to procure luxuries, then you are on the wrong path. To overcome this tendency, make it a habit to distribute your savings towards different categories - child's education, vacation plan, home purchase, four-wheeler purchase and others. When you do this, you know which specific part of your savings can be redeemed when needed.
Parenting begins the moment you become pregnant so it is essential to start saving for the child's future from the beginning with a well-defined plan in mind. Pregnancy and Childbirth, in addition to a lot of happiness, bring in a bunch of additional expenses such as medical charges, lifestyle expenses and much more. To be prepared for these expenses is the first step to saving for your little one.
It is highly recommended that you set up a contingency fund keeping in mind the potential financial risks in case of any unavoidable death or disability in the family. Plans such as Health, Home, Life or Term Insurance and other long-term insurance payments that support your family during emergencies can be a great asset during times of crisis.
As much as you wish to create an amazing life for your child, it is also essential to set your limits and choose your priorities. The biggest investment you can make for your child's future is their education, hence it is essential to make it your first priority for savings. Create a child's education fund and start investing since Day 1.
If you are unsure where to begin, Perfect Tax and Finance helps accurately estimate the amount of money you'll need, analyze your assets, review estimated shortfalls and consider general alternatives and strategies to help address these potential shortfalls; in order to develop an optimal savings plan given your financial situation and risk tolerance.


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Is there a way to determine the upload and download rate/speed over a web socket connection using JavaScript? For instance, if I want to pull canvas data from a very large canvas (or use any other large chunk of data) and pass it to the server over a web socket connection in a single message, is there a way to determine how long it takes that message to actually send, though not necessarily have been received by the server?
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Dr. Peale was born in Bowersville, Ohio, and earned degrees at Ohio Wesleyan University and Boston University School of Theology. He was raised as a Methodist and ordained as a Methodist minister in 1922, but in 1932 he changed his religious affiliation to the Reformed Church in America in 1932 and began a 52-year tenure as pastor of Marble Collegiate Church in Manhattan. Peale started a radio program, "The Art of Living," in 1935, which aired for 54 years. Under sponsorship of the National Council of Churches he moved into television when the new medium arrived. In the meantime he had begun to edit the magazine Guideposts and to write books. Peale was a prolific writer; The Power of Positive Thinking is by far his most widely read work. First published in 1952, it stayed on the New York Times bestseller list for 186 consecutive weeks, and reportedly sold around 5 million copies. Some of his other popular works include The Art of Living, A Guide to Confident Living, The Tough-Minded Optimist, and Inspiring Messages for Daily Living.
Norman Vincent Peale's LIVE WITH CONFIDENCE was produced and distributed to radio stations across the United States by Hartwest Productions, Inc. in 1967-1971. The original master tapes have been digitally mastered and restored. We are confident that you will agree with us that the concise verbal essays in this collection by Dr. Peale and his wife Ruth, are as relevant, inspiring, and uplifting today, as they were when they were originally broadcast.
The audio player below contains the original promotional recording that was used by Hartwest to introduce potential radio station licensees to the series. It came from a box with dozens of brand-new 33 1/3 rpm LP "audition" records that are about the size of a conventional 45 rpm records we found in storage.
Norman Vincent Peale's LIVE WITH CONFIDENCE launched on the Mr. FAT-W Audio label, in April, 2013. There are currently twelve CDs available, they and the contents are listed below the links to Amazon to purchase the CDs. Another six CDs will be available in the Fall of 2014.
We also have a website dedicated entirely to this radio series; it has all of the information on this page, plus samples of dozens of Dr. Peale's sermonettes, culled from the CDs listed below.


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Las Vegas special education teacher named National Teacher of Year
Las Vegas special education teacher Juliana Urtubey was recognized with the award. She's the first Nevada teacher to win.
Author: MICHELLE L. PRICE Associated Press
Published: 8:14 AM CDT May 6, 2021
Updated: 9:29 AM CDT May 6, 2021
LAS VEGAS — The coronavirus pandemic forced students out of the classroom and starkly revealed how learning difficulties, distractions and challenging home dynamics can make it tough to adhere to a rigid curriculum.
In a year with so much loss, a silver lining is that educators are embracing a flexible approach that meets students where they are, said Juliana Urtubey, the newly named 2021 National Teacher of the Year.
"We, as teachers, are much more open to this self-paced learning, this flipped classroom, which has been an invitation for students who think and learn differently," Urtubey said.
The Council of Chief State School Officers recognized the Las Vegas special education teacher with the award Thursday.
"Juliana Urtubey exemplifies the dedication, creativity and heart teachers bring to their students and communities," council CEO Carissa Moffat Miller said.
The council said she is the first Latino recipient since 2005 and the first Nevada teacher to win the award.
Teacher Juliana Urtubey, right, works with A'Real Wilkerson-Lay in a class at Kermit R Booker Sr Elementary School Wednesday, May 5, 2021, in Las Vegas. Urtubey is the 2021 National Teacher of the Year. (AP Photo/John Locher)
First lady Jill Biden, in Las Vegas as part of a three-state visit to the U.S. West, congratulated Urtubey Thursday during a surprise visit to the fellow educator's classroom. CBS This Morning aired video of Urtubey appearing to be shocked when Biden entered the classroom and gave her a bouquet of flowers.
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Urtubey, who has been an educator for 11 years, works with elementary school students, individualizing lessons to match their academic, emotional and behavioral needs. That can put her everywhere in a school, from spending hours with struggling pre-K students to helping a fifth-grader with science class and strategizing with teachers on how to work with their special-needs students.
She said her approach is to think about a child holistically — taking into account their interests, hobbies, family structure and community — and using that to understand what they will need and how to find their strengths.
"There's always strengths to find, and so once you find those strengths, you start there," Urtubey said.
She said she learned early in life the value of an education that takes a child's background into consideration. She moved to the U.S. from Colombia as a young child and spent part of her early education in a bilingual magnet school before her family moved and couldn't find a similar school nearby.
Urtubey said it hammered home the importance of a school "that really knows how to nurture and uplift" a student in a way that takes their identity into account.
She said she decided to enter special education after seeing how capable some students can be after receiving information a different way.
Teacher Juliana Urtubey, right, interacts with Kamari Wolfe in a class at Kermit R Booker Sr Elementary School Wednesday, May 5, 2021, in Las Vegas. Urtubey is the the 2021 National Teacher of the Year. (AP Photo/John Locher)
"I knew that I could be the kind of teacher that would just take it step by step, have a whole lot of celebration for kids, particularly kids with thinking and learning differences and really just make learning fun," she said.
She has reached and nurtured students by starting a community garden at Crestwood Elementary School, where she taught before joining a new school this academic year. She launched the project seven years ago, sprucing up a bare patch of grass and a section of the aging school building. It's now a flourishing outdoor classroom with flowers, fruit trees, vegetables and more than a dozen murals.
Her students formed a garden club called "Gnomies" to care for the space, along with a mini farmer's market that runs on donations and sends students home with fresh produce.
"You can imagine what it means to be a child who doesn't experience a whole lot of success in the classroom but then to go and learn outside all the time in the garden," she said. "It's fun for them, and it's fun for teachers."
Thanks to her students, Urtubey picked up a new nickname: "Ms. Earth-to-bey," as a play on her last name. Nowadays, they just call her Ms. Earth.
"It's by far the most prestigious award that I've ever been awarded," she said of the nickname.
Urtubey's garden and the way it connected with the community and helped her students grow was among the factors the selection committee cited in naming her Teacher of the Year.
Urtubey is in her first year at new school: Kermit R. Booker, Sr. Innovative Elementary School in Las Vegas, where she's planning to launch another garden. As Teacher of the Year, a yearlong advocacy role, she said she plans to promote for "a joyous and just education," where students feel they're understood and teachers work with families and communities to address injustices, bias, racism and a lack of access to resources.
The winner of the award is usually recognized by the president at a White House ceremony each spring, but that's been postponed for the second year because of the pandemic. The Council of Chief State School Officers says it will work with the White House to schedule a ceremony for Urtubey and the 2020 winner, Tabatha Rosproy of Kansas, when it's safe to do so.


It is impossible for me to know, as I climb into the driver's seat of the Bentley Continental GT V8, that I am not just test-driving a car, I am actually about to embark on a journey of self-discovery. As the winter sun slips slowly across the exquisite lines of the beast I am about to try to tame, I gently pushed the ignition button and she roars to life. I have a very healthy respect for the GT V8. My nerves remind me regularly that this is the fastest and most powerful car I have had the pleasure of driving, but my host for the day Paolo Fra, brand manager for Bentley South Africa assures me that she is an easy drive.


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Goodsell is an English surname. Notable people with the surname include:

Charles Goodsell, Professor Emeritus at Virginia Tech's Center for Public Administration and Policy
David Goodsell, Molecular biologist and science illustrator
Elihu Goodsell (1806–1880), American politician
Jonas Platt Goodsell (1819–1869), American civil engineer and politician from New York
Louis F. Goodsell (1847–1924), New York politician
Major Goodsell, Australian who five times won the professional World Sculling Championship
William Goodsell Rockefeller (1870–1922), director of the Consolidated Textile Company

See also
Goodsell House, historic home located at Old Forge in Herkimer County, New York
Goodsell Observatory, building on the campus of Carleton College in Northfield, Minnesota

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