Nearly half a million Australians are now members of Do-It-Yourself superannuation funds. Collectively, these funds manage more than $136 billion. The reasons are simple: DIY funds can give better returns and, being individually controlled, they enable members to take charge of their retirement future. More than ever before, a comprehensive and practical guide is needed to help people successfully set up, invest and manage what, for many, is their single largest asset. Fully revised and..

The Learning Annex Presents Small Business Basics If you're a small business owner, you probably dedicate the majority of your time to the day-to-day activities that keep your company up and running. After all, why should you have to worry about taxes or other financial issues when you can hire someone else to handle them? The answer is simple: you, not your accountant or financial advisor, run the business. And if you truly want to be successful, you need to understand how your actions in..

Praise for Wealthy Choices "If you are at all interested in achieving financial freedom, you must read the powerful book, Wealthy Choices, by Dr. Penelope Tzougros. It will make you think about money in a different way and help you uncover some of the roadblocks preventing you from having a life of prosperity and abundance." -Robert G. Allen, author of the New York Times bestsellers, The One Minute Millionaire, Nothing Down for the '90s, Creating Wealth, Multiple Streams of Income, and..

Social justice and good governance both demand determination of whether tax expenditures-preferential provisions such as special exemptions, deductions, credits, or deferrals-are yielding the benefits anticipated in the original legislation, and if they are as good or better than policy alternatives in direct expenditure programs. The six case studies in this issue examine a variety of tax expenditures, some affecting human services programs such as housing and some aimed at broader investment..

Most people dream of retirement as a relaxing, worry-free time in their lives. What many do not realize is that the IRS is also looking forward to the day you retire. Our complicated tax system can mean the government is entitled to a significant amount of your retirement assets-unless you protect them properly. Now, Rick Rodgers, founder of one of the country's top wealth managers, helps you retain as much of your hard-earned retirement assets as possible. His unique Three-Legged Stool..

Larry Williams has never backed away from authority, especially government authority - the U.S. or any other. Including two battles all the way to the Supreme Court.  Libertarian, trader, would be politician, and Indiana Jones-like adventurer, Larry has gone wherever his spirit moved him and bucked state constraints whenever he found them stifling. Throughout his life, his rebellious spirit served him well - huge successes in trading, to adventures right out of a Graham Greene novel in Saudi..

Get the confidence and tools to take advantage of this growing method of investing Tax liens sales and tax deed auctions, conducted by governmental agencies for delinquent taxes on real estate, are not new—they have been around for more than 200 years. But until recently, they remained a small niche market for investors. However, as more people become delinquent on their real estate taxes due to the increased foreclosure market, and local governments look for revenues wherever they can find..

A complete and up-to-date legal resource for administrators of tax-exempt healthcare organizations, the Third Edition equips you with a comprehensive, one-volume source of detailed information on federal, state, and local laws covering tax-exempt healthcare organizations.  The Third Edition of this practical, down-to-earth book tackles complex legal issues by providing you with plain-English explanations and the appropriate legal citations for further research.

Created especially for the Australian customer! Take on tax issues with confidence — and minimise your tax bill Paying tax doesn't have to be a nightmare. In Tax For Australians For Dummies, 2nd Edition, Jimmy B. Prince steers you through the labyrinth of everyday tax issues. Whether you're an employee, investor, business owner, retiree or student, this easy-to-follow guide answers your tax questions. Bonus materials are available offline at www.dummies.com. Build your tax knowledge—lodge..

File your taxes with the help of a proven leader If you wish to personally prepare your 2012 federal tax return, but seek the guidance of a trusted name in this field, look no further than the Ernst & Young Tax Guide 2013. Drawing from the tax experience and knowledge base of Ernst & Young professionals, this reliable resource not only covers how to file your federal income tax return but also provides valuable insights on how to avoid common errors and maximize your federal tax..