June & July Edition Issue 3 ...Volume 2
Preserve, Protect, and Defend By Raymond J. Ohlson, CLU, CRC
Playing it Safe Honest Hype The role of marketing is to promote the advantages of a product. Unfortunately, this role is sometimes “frankensteined” into overstating the benefits of the product. By Dr. Jack Marrion Continue Page 3
Safety Pins Pity the Poor Volvo Owner The S80 is a fine looking, smooth operating, and extra safe vehicle. But when that proud new owner tries to sell that car five years down the road, his original investment of $ 38,825 is likely to fetch a piddling 18 percent of its original value. By Steve Dinnen
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Safe Retirement General Durable Power of Attorney In evaluating the do’s and don’ts of estate planning, business succession, assistance with aging parents and general family matters, one commonly overlooked and extremely valuable tool is the General Durable Power of Attorney form. By By David J. Barker, ESQ.
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Personal Finance Tax Tips for Students with a Summer Job
Every four years, on January 20th, Americans and
millions of people around the world hear these three words during the inauguration of the President of the United States. These same words also ring loud and clear at Fourth of July celebrations all across our great country. The events of September 11, 2001, reinforced American’s pride in their country and their belief in its system of government. Unfortunately, it took this tragic loss of life to see “Old Glory” flying once again on so
Many students hold a summer job during their time off from school. Here are some tax issues that should be considered when working a summer job. Continue Page 11 By Thompson Myers and Associates, PC
Safe for Life Mentoring: “Give the Kid a Break!” If you have the opportunity and should choose to be a mentor, by all means, accept it. You will find it one of the most rewarding experiences... By Norm Wilkens
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