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Navigating the IT Channel

Generally speaking, there are two avenues for selling products: Business to consumer (B2C) and business to business (B2B). Most large information technology (IT) companies get

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How natural disasters affect property taxes

Natural disasters can cause millions of dollars in damage. The tornado that hit Joplin, Missouri in 2011 caused about $2.8 billion in property damage. Those

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Pop-up Halloween store story ideas

As we approach Halloween, you’ve probably noticed a few vacant buildings in your neighborhood that are suddenly no longer vacant. Pop-up Halloween stores sweep into

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Are Americans overly confident about retirement?

That’s the question business reporters should follow, after studying a number of recent surveys that are making headlines. Those responding to Charles Schwab’s 401(k) Participant

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Covering collector’s items

The concept of value is essential in business reporting, but very hard to comprehend. At a base level, why is one thing more valuable than

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How to read IRS form 990: Part 3

This is the third of a three-part series on IRS Form 990. IRS Form 990 is a goldmine of financial information about non-profit organizations, giving

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