These taxing times

Article Abstract:

Many changes in tax law during 1997 does not change the fundamental structure of the tax code, but does give relief to many individuals and businesses. The capital gains tax will change from 28% to 20% for assets held at least 18 months. The gain on the sale of a principal residence will be a tax exclusion. The 15% excise tax on retirement distributions will be repealed, and there are numerous changes regarding individual retirement accounts. The taxation of small businesses and of family-owned businesses will also be changed.

United States, Laws, regulations and rules, Tax planning, Income tax

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Daniel Menaker on the Weather CHannel

Article Abstract:

The Weather Channel's climate reports provide their own poetry about the elements from which the television screen protects everyone. The 24-hour dissemination of meteorological information is a relentless effort to predict what humans cannot control.

Television programs, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Information services, Criticism and interpretation, The Weather Channel Inc., Menaker, Daniel

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The CRO: a risky role

Article Abstract:

The CRO or Chief Risk Officer is the most recent executive function to emerge in business in 2000. The role of these executives has developed as increasing use of technology changes the workplace rapidly causing more risks to appear.

Management Functions NEC, Management, Risk assessment, Officials and employees, Services, Executives, Organizational change, Career development, Financial management

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