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ThursdayMar 20, 2008 5:46 am

Which Way to Payday?

A recent survey found that 73% of small-business owners funded their startup businesses primarily with personal savings. Additionally, it cost the average business owner $10,000 to get the venture off the ground. Even though small-business owners put a lot into their companies, including time and capital, sometimes it’s hard to determine exactly how much to take out. When figuring an appropriate salary, there are several factors to keep in mind. Taxes The way the IRS taxes an owner’s compensation is partially determined by the way a business is structured. Company profits for C corporations are taxed at the corporate rate,…

ThursdayMar 20, 2008 5:44 am

Afraid of Outliving Your Income?

"Longevity risk" refers to a potential problem many seniors face: outliving their assets. Statistics show that a 65-year-old man has a 34% chance of living to age 90 and a 17% chance of making it to 95. A 65-year-old woman has a slightly higher longevity risk, with a 44% chance of living to age 90 and a 23% chance of reaching 95.1 This means that at least one out of every five baby boomers could have a retirement that spans three decades.2 How will you spend your retirement years if they number in the thirties? Will your retirement savings be…

ThursdayMar 20, 2008 5:42 am

Don’t Get Burned Chasing Hot Performers

“Ten Funds You Absolutely Must Own Right Now” could be the cover of a major publication you might read. Every year, several financial magazines designate a handful of investments that they exhort the reader to buy immediately. As hype builds, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement, imagining coffers overflowing with cash. However, chasing the latest investment trends may just as easily leave an investor with a big loss. A Lack of Discipline Sometimes an investor’s biggest obstacle may not be taxes or inflation, but rather his or her own behavior. Undisciplined investor behavior accounts for a high…

ThursdayMar 20, 2008 4:18 am

Cord Blood America, Inc. (CBAI.OB) Maintains Safety and Procedure, Despite Lack of Legislative Action

According to a recent report by Science & Technology, umbilical cord blood can be used to treat 85 conditions linked to blood immune problems, has been useful in the development of more than 20 different organ-based tissues, and may someday be used for regenerative treatment. Umbilical cord blood is extracted quickly, in a method harmless to both mother and child. Though current extraction guidelines exist, they have yet to be translated into federally-mandated policy. The American Association of Blood Banks is an international non-profit organization focused on developing and enforcing high standards in blood and cord blood banking. In 2005,…

ThursdayMar 20, 2008 4:15 am

Fuel Tech Inc. (FTEK) Has Twin Business Benefits for Clients

Stock investors can look forward to superior investment gains when Green Business meets the Miscellaneous Capital Goods Industry. These two economic drivers are conventionally in opposition to one another, but there are profits to be had when industrial equipment works to better environmental conservation standards. This company’s products deliver two key benefits. They enable industrial sites to use boilers more efficiently, and allow them to manage pollutants. The business of this company can be superimposed on the financial and social imperatives of corporations and governments as well. The stock presents a pleasing blend of short term prospects and long term…

ThursdayMar 20, 2008 4:11 am

Myers Industries Inc. (MYE) Beats Business Trend of its Industry

Here is an exceptional small capital stock investment opportunity which provides a telling example of how value stocks are to be had in industries with uncertain business prospects. The Containers & Packaging Industry depends on industrial clients. Therefore, recessionary times leave such stocks with very little room to maneuver. This particular company bucks the general trend. It has closed the fourth quarter of 2007 with a hefty 20% growth over the same period of 2006. Sales for the full year are nearly $1 billion against less than $800 million in 2006. Net Income growth is even more impressive: it has…

ThursdayMar 20, 2008 4:08 am

Red Lake Exploration, Inc. (RLKX.OB) Experiences Record Trading Volume

In today’s volatile market, investors are looking for somewhere safe to put their money. Gold and other minerals have always been the first haven for investors in time of economic trouble. This time is no different; gold last week hit an all-time high of over $1000 dollars an ounce. Other minerals are trending upward as well. All of this is good news for Redlake Exploration. Yesterday, the stock traded at a record volume, or 330% higher than the average. As of late last year, the company began mining exploration in the third region of Chile. The company acquired Minera Polymet…

ThursdayMar 20, 2008 3:58 am

REED’S Inc. (REED) Talks About its Place in the $56 billion Natural Foods Market on CNBC Business News – Today at 9PM

There may be a few hippies out there who can say they remember, and learned something, from their days in the sun, but not too many who can say they made millions from it. The owner and founder of REED’S, a ginger Juice and ginger ice cream company, is one of these successful hippies, and he’s ready to talk about it. REED’S started with some very conventional and healthy ideas, then ran with them. As main stream beverage companies went with the predictable and efficient flavoring concept, REED’S stayed true to its healthy philosophy. Clearly, the company is ready for…

WednesdayMar 19, 2008 6:43 pm

Red Lake Exploration, Inc. (RLKX.OB) Announces Options to Purchase Santa Rosa and Camila Mineral Properties in Chile

Red Lake Exploration, Inc. (RLKX.OB), a company engaged in the acquisition, exploration and development of natural resource properties in Chile, recently announced that it has acquired options on the Santa Rosa and Camila mineral properties. Both properties have identified drill targets, and planning for upcoming drilling is underway. The Santa Rosa property, located in the highly prospective Candelaria Iron Oxide Copper Gold (IOCG) Belt, is comprised of two mensura mining and exploration concessions totaling 110 hectares. Multiple mineralized structures with significant alteration indicators of IOCG systems have been identified in the area. Ore from the property is being sold to…

WednesdayMar 19, 2008 5:08 pm

Famous Uncle Al’s (FDOG.PK) Serves American Pastime through Franchise Locations

For more than 20 years, Famous Uncle Al’s has grilled and served hot dogs in locations spanning six states. According to the company, consumers spend about $4 billion on hot dogs at supermarkets alone. Famous Uncle Al’s is focused on taking a bite of this thriving market through its strategic franchise model, which benefits both shareholders and the company itself. The company’s corporate management team has more than 50 years of combined food service and marketing experience. Utilizing this knowledge, Famous Uncle Al’s has created a franchise program offering a full line of services, from location consultation, lease negotiation, and…

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