SPOTLIGHT -
May 17th 2024
Analysts ponder value, transparency and the effects of the Inflation Reduction Act.
May 15th 2024
National figures influenced by housing and gasoline price hikes.
May 14th 2024
The top news stories in medicine today.
May 13th 2024
AMA panel had proposal on May agenda; physician says a revised proposal likely will be submitted.
May 10th 2024
Ramping up efforts against anticompetitive practices in business.
Have trouble saving? Take these tips
Here are five painless ways to free up dollars to sock away, whatever your budget.
Answers to your tax questions
Options, Depreciating business software, Rental expenses, Adoption credit, more
The best Web sites for picking and tracking stocks
Plug in your parameters and--presto!--you get a list that meets your specific investment criteria.
The best estate-planning tool you've never heard of
The "trust protector," a relatively new concept, may be the key to helping your heirs avoid losses, fights, and other misery.
Turn plain dirt into pay dirt
The risks of investing in raw land are substantial. But choose wisely, and you may reap impressive profits.
Financial Beat
Mutual funds, Banking, Stocks, Auto safety
Stock options, Trust income, Tax penalties, 10-year averaging
We let Dad end his suffering—and ours
As his father lay dying, this FP tried to balance his compassion, professional detachment, and respect for a strong man’s dignity.
Plug the gaps in your insurance policies
The holes may be obscured by fine print. Here's a summary of what to look for in several types of coverage.
Your Voices
Voices
Investment Consult: Patience--the best cure for market jitters
Your portfolio is more likely to thrive if you resist the urge to trade frequently.
Autos, Fraud, Tax Calendar, Real Estate
Is a variable annuity right for you?
You may be drawn to some features of these popular investment vehicles, but weigh their drawbacks carefully.
Life insurance proceeds, Recaptured depreciation, Rollover to Roth IRA, Investment loan interest
A fast route to a great return
Still relying on your accountant to crunch the numbers? The leading tax software now makes doing it yourself easier than ever. Here's what's new.
Sorry, Doc, your Rolex isn't deductible
When it comes to write-offs, Americans haven&t hesitated to test the limits of what the IRS might allow. Physicians are no exception.
Show us your tax savvy. You may win $2,001
That&s one payoff from our contest. The other: You may learn ways to cut your IRS bill.
Get your (f)act(s) together
It's nearly impossible to remember every question to ask and every document to gather. These checklists can help.
Letters to the Editors
PPOs are not "managed care", Is the AMA the ultimate political authority? Don't get clipped by hedge funds
Flashback in Medical Economics
1926, 1951, and 1976
Retirement, Investment Scams, Mutual Funds, Restaurants, Travel
Leaving practice, but not the profession
You're probably making careful plans for financial security in retirement. But what about the rest of your life?
Don't overpay Uncle Sam
It's baaaack--your 1040--and as usual, you get to itemize your own tax tab. Here's a guide to keeping it to the minimum.
Gains on stock splits, Exemption phaseouts, Donations of appreciated stock
Where to go for help: Your career resource guide
Your Career Guide
Investment Consult: Here's your best tool for checking out a stock
The Value Line Investment Survey provides a useful blend of data and analysis.
Malpractice Consult
Tail coverage is expensive, but it provides peace of mind; Releasing patient records from previous records
Real estate profits without the headaches
You don't have to be a landlord to enjoy steady income. Here's how to join the party.