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The Tax Code Is Upside-Down

Posted on March 21, 2011 by abe

The capital gain rate of 15% is BAD for the long term strategy of America. Here’s why: a Wall Street financial investment concern can buy a company and hold it for a year and then sell it one year later … Continue reading →

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Tax Policy, American Business and the Japan Earthquake

Posted on March 16, 2011 by abe

We are living in some very interesting times right now. In the last week, one of the largest earthquakes ever recorded in modern history hit Japan. Thousands perished and many more are likely to have difficult times.  My heart and prayers … Continue reading →

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Issues and regulations regarding Egress Windows

Posted on January 28, 2011 by abe

Egress windows are a requirement for all new construction projects.  I think the code dates back farther than 1983, but has only recently (say the last 10 years) been enforced.  The purpose of the code is to allow a fireman access to … Continue reading →

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