GG, Check with some of the local groups regarding assistance for first time buyers. Not the bogus stuff that realtors try to persuade you...
Matt, Which area of Dallas did reside. I lived there in the early-mid 80's. Mostly in the better parts of Garland and for a bit in Mesquite....
Matt, Here is one that I know is going on in So Cal. People with extreme levels of equity are refinancing and pulling out the cash. They...
You have a point Bungrider. I love the "protect people from themselves" rules. I really prefer the futures markets now that I've gotten used...
I AGREE!!!!!! As soon as the PUNDITS get on CNBC and crow about how there ISN'T a housing bubble...... You know what is coming. Can't...
I really like how the gator grip was $20 when they advertised that thing, and now it's a freebie give away with some other POS they are hawking......
Unfortunately the gun method doesn't get you out of paying taxes in your final year either, the rat-bastards (IRS) go after the deceased. :D...
It has always been my interpretation that a personal traders income was exempt from SE Tax. You are still trading your own funds and not any...
stock777 avoiding the wash sale rule only in the context of the example given. Remember it only applies to selling at a loss. In the example...
Bungrider, An additional FWIW. The brokers generally don't care nor keep track of any tax related issues. Brokers report only the proceeds...
Bungrider, As long as your friend can identify the lots, they can use specific identification for attaching the cost basis to each subsequent...
Tom Costello was great when the NASDAQ was melting down. Having him come on in the afternoon with the blood vessels in his temple looking...
I go to those treasury auctions and can assure you that decent items get TOP dollar. Usually about 97% of FMV. People appear to get the fever...
I wish my screen name was because I was a chiropractor. It stems from breaking my back twice.
I heard the Marcy has a Phd (Piled Higher & Deeper). I guess if you read mass volumes of literature and write a long paper which generally...
Favorite.... Amertrade commercial with the Dobermans chasing Stuart across the huge grass area, like he's a trespasser, and he jumps into the...
Thanks for the replies.
Def, Are the e-mini quotes that IB provides the Realtime or 10 minute delay. I haven't signed up for the e-mini quotes and I assume they are...
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