Business & Finance - 29 November 2006

I'm trying to decide on classes to take next semester, and my decision is based on what I want to do for the rest of my life. Right now I'm a medical receptionist. Not very fullfilling but paying the bills. I'm curious of what you people do for work, and what its like? There are so many people that get on here, so that would make a lot of interesting careers to hear about! Thanks

2006-11-29 14:22:29 · 19 answers · asked by brunettebabe 2 in Careers & Employment

that's 23 years old, white, male in upstate new york, college grad, (nonsmoker/no health problems). I just need a ballpark figure. $10? $100? I just have absolutely no idea so if you have any idea, you know more than me.

2006-11-29 14:20:12 · 7 answers · asked by herzog 1 in Insurance

2006-11-29 14:15:01 · 6 answers · asked by Tracie B 1 in Corporations

Had a verbal acceptance of a Real Estate counter offer we made last Friday but since this offer goes through a relocation service I was told that the paperwork would have to be done on Monday. However, they continued to have open houses over the weekend and got a better offer on Monday. Was I "in contract" on Friday when the seller verbally accepted? or am I out of luck because I did not have a signed acceptence that I would have had if the relocation company was not an intermediary and I was dealing directly with the seller? Seems like the way the relo contract paperwork reads the seller could just about back out any time until closing based on the fact that there is a clause that indicates that if the seller does not sell to the relocation company, the relocation company does not have to sell to you. So it seems like the seller can say "yes, I accept... but stall a long time based on 'paperwork stuff' to back out if they want to... like if they get a better offer.

2006-11-29 14:10:15 · 3 answers · asked by Peter H 1 in Other - Business & Finance

Ok, my X is a real jerk! just won't stop his dirty tricks. My son lives w/ me. I claim my son on my taxes. It is written in black & white in the divorce decree that I claim him. Past 2 yrs. X tried claiming son, so that held up my tax return. In 2005 my son lived w/ his dad for 7 months. He claims he gets to claim him (a call from him 2nite). I already claimed him & got my returns. Now the IRS sent me a letter & wants more info. Just cuz my son lived w/ him for 7 months, does this mean he gets to claim him? When I filed, H & R Block said no!

2006-11-29 14:04:52 · 11 answers · asked by pinky 1 in United States

2006-11-29 13:55:50 · 3 answers · asked by tommar 1 in Small Business

I just graduated and this is my first "salary" based job. So bare with me.

When I got my pay check, I realized my salary is divided down into 13 months, and then divided again into 4 weeks (the later, I understand, I get paid on a weekly basis, but the 13 months instead of the 12 months system? I don't quite get it). Can someone explain in detail for me? Thanks :)

And when you get a signing bonus, do you usually get it within the first month or what (it's been two paychecks for me, and still no signing bonus)?

2006-11-29 13:49:01 · 7 answers · asked by Sassy Girl 3 in Careers & Employment

my understanding is that if a rental property becomes a primary residence, there are capital gains on the conversion. in my situation, i only own 1 property, but do not live in it (different town)-- i am a renter myself. would i have to pay cap gains in this instance considering i do not own my current residence.

2006-11-29 13:47:09 · 4 answers · asked by 6speed 2 in Canada

My fiance and I are getting married on December 8 and I didn't work for 2005 and don't work didn't work this year so how should he file this year? Is it joint? I received public assistance this year and my kids dad is not supporting them ( he owes alot in child support) and never have claimed them. Even if my fiance didn't live with us the year, I know they give us the whole year because we'll be married before December 30 but can he claim my kids when we file joint only with his income?

2006-11-29 13:45:24 · 4 answers · asked by Meche 5 in United States

amazon? gas company? anyone has recommantation? i looking for gavure u aleast 2-5% or point and award or % back all other purchased.

2006-11-29 13:43:52 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Credit

someone close to you died and you couldn't face the move on the day of the funeral (that was what was expected for me to do) and after the trauma..then came the problem that you couldn't afford to move to that area as it was going to be expensive with funeral expenses adding to the problem.. would you condemn me for pulling out, even though you found an alternative move and the other person could still have the same house... it meant a multi house exchange but all would get what they wanted.. and I would have gotten an easier to maintain house that was affordable.. what would you do.. condemn me or help me?..

I lost over a thousand pounds because I had to pay the removers and for the new carpets that i didn't have in the end.. the other person didn't lose anything.. no cost at all.

2006-11-29 13:43:40 · 3 answers · asked by Chrisey 4 in Renting & Real Estate

I own my home now. I'm anticipating relocating. This will happen very quickly and I fear facing two mortgages. Not sure my credit will bare two of them. Thoughts?

2006-11-29 13:41:04 · 5 answers · asked by Darryl S 1 in Renting & Real Estate

2006-11-29 13:37:47 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Small Business

I had a good interview, which went well and signed application form for the job, at second thoughts however I prefer not to take up the job due to lower than expected salary and unfavorable working hours, if possible I like to find however another good and convincing excuse to bail out, any ideas?

2006-11-29 13:37:32 · 8 answers · asked by ClauGrrrr 1 in Careers & Employment

It doesn't have any tears or anything but other than that it's in pretty bad shape. What else can I do with it?

2006-11-29 13:33:26 · 12 answers · asked by Student 3 in Personal Finance

Mold-obviously. But how old/new should the roof be? What's better gas heat or electric heat? Do appliances usually convey or is that the exception to the rule? Cheapest house on block right? Oh and what exactly is HVAC? Any tips will be appreciated and everyone is invited to my house for a party when I move in!

2006-11-29 13:32:32 · 6 answers · asked by paperorplastic 2 in Renting & Real Estate

ei guys!..another question..I'm currently signing an application for american eagle. I want to start working on dec.17 because my classes will end that day and I think it's better that I start working after my finals; but 2nd sem starts on the first week of January so I would have to change my schedule before January. I don't know what to put because I would be more avaible this vacation but I would have to change my schedule to fit in my classes..
help!!

Thank you so much everyone!

2006-11-29 13:32:20 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Careers & Employment

2006-11-29 13:31:10 · 5 answers · asked by kimwri01 1 in United States

I work at a hotel and lately I guess I've been a little stressed and have been making a few mistakes at work but its not like I mean to. Well today, for the first time ever in my career, my boss wrote me up. She made me feel like a small child. During the down time at work we are allowed online because its really slow at the front desk she even told me my internet privledges are taken away for now....I am an a dult woman and this really hurt me and made me feel so low. To all of you that this has happened to....you can understand....I feel so stupid about returning back to work tomorrow....any kind words to help me through this? NICE ANSWERS NEED ONLY APPLY. Thank you!!

2006-11-29 13:26:02 · 14 answers · asked by Tiffany 4 in Careers & Employment

By transportation I mean air, train, truck, or boat. By size I mean in gross sales.

2006-11-29 13:22:59 · 5 answers · asked by Matt P 1 in Corporations

We only have 2000 saved, also have about 8000 in credit card debt, what are our options in owning our own home? I am tired of paying 1000 a month for rent just to make these people richer, but houses here are crazy exspensive! Any suggestions? Thanks in advance!!

2006-11-29 13:21:25 · 7 answers · asked by Michelle N 5 in Renting & Real Estate

I realize that futures are commodities such as oil, gold, CORN (lol), and such, but where are they traded and is there a good news source for them? How can I invest in one? I have capitol.

2006-11-29 13:18:34 · 7 answers · asked by nobleisback 1 in Investing

I have recently become the administrator of a relative's estate. I would like to know how much I will be paid for my services.
Also, may I claim interest on my out of pocket expences?

2006-11-29 13:18:10 · 4 answers · asked by Administrator 1 in Other - Business & Finance

Our fixtures often shake they are so loud!!

2006-11-29 13:15:49 · 11 answers · asked by Stephanie 4 in Renting & Real Estate

2006-11-29 13:10:38 · 10 answers · asked by Syed 2 in Small Business

2006-11-29 13:05:19 · 4 answers · asked by Female 4 in Small Business

I am trying to buy a condo from a Real Estate company and they are offering me $50 thousand cash back. Is this legal?
The condo is going for $700,000 and they will give me $50,000 back at the close of escrow
I understand that it is my $50,000 that they are giving me, but this sounds a little fishy.
Should I be concerned, and is this deal on the level?
Thank you for your time,
Geoff

2006-11-29 13:04:19 · 9 answers · asked by ? 1 in Renting & Real Estate

I'm only 13...but I want to make money because I'm saving up for a car. I baby-sit now and then but I want a good job that I can consistently make money. I can work at Publix when I turn 14 in March but for the mean time?

2006-11-29 12:59:55 · 12 answers · asked by Emirii 3 in Careers & Employment

On December 1, 2004, Gray Manufacturing Company (a corporation) purchased another company’s assets, including a patent. The patent was used in Gray’s manufacturing operations; $40,500 was allocated to the patent, and it was amortized at the rate of $225 per month. On June 30,2006, Gray sold the patent for $70,000. Twenty months of amortization had been taken on the patent. What are the amount and nature of the gain Gray recognizes on the disposition of the patent?
Write a letter to Gray discussing the treatment of the gain. Gray’s address is 6734 Grover Street, Back Bay Harbor, ME 23890. The letter
Should be addressed to Siddim Sadath, Controller.

2006-11-29 12:57:29 · 1 answers · asked by Ronda F 1 in United States

2006-11-29 12:57:24 · 6 answers · asked by SilverDraz 1 in Investing