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    A family trust set-up with minors as beneficiaries, owning s-corp shares

    I had someone mention in the recent past tell me that it'd be advantageous to set-up a family trust with my minor children as beneficiaries. I don't fully understand what will happen tax-wise, and will be meeting with an accountant soon, but was wondering if anyone here has any input. I...
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    Has the Lebron James frenzy taken over tv in other parts of the country?

    I cant watch anything here in Cleveland without seeing Lebron ads, commercials, teasers and stories. ESPN is now discussing Lebron and Lebron only for the last 2 hours. Is it like this everywhere else...or am I in a bubble here in OH? Many of you know I was/am an avid Cavs fan and really lived...
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    Thefed is checking in! Long time no see! Divorces, kids, new business update

    So it's been a while since I've been on the boards...a long while! Some of you may remember all the trials and tribulations I was going thru...namely a dirty divorce and custody battle...the start-up of a new company...some rehabbing houses. Well, here's the low-down for anyone who cares! The...
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    Looking for a computer lock...but not like you think. A PHYSICAL lock for a desktop

    If any of you have followed (or give a $#@), I now have my 3 boys 4-5 days/week! One thing I'm limited on is space...so my desktop computer hasnt been hooked up yet because of the ability of my 1 year old to get into and destroy everything. I have a nice glass desk in the living room and want...
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    Making my old PC into a whole-house DVR and media center?

    I'd really like to build a DVR / Media Center out of an old PC I have no real use for. It's a DELL DIMENSION E521 with the specs listed below. My goal is to take advantage of my 20 mbps dl/ 2.5 mb upload speeds I get at my new home and ditch the cable TV. I have seen a lot of different...
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    TheFed is back in the hizzzzouse!

    Well I've been gone a while...for anyone who cares here's a quick update: I'm here ...been lurking but too busy. Still going through a sloppy divorce...emptied out 90% of my retirement accounts to fund it so retirement is the last thing on my mind! It's amazing how plans can change..... The...
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    Creating an S-Corp 1/2 way through divorce...

    I can and will ask my atty, but I was just curious about the ramifications, if any, I'd encounter by creating a new s-corp right now...9 months into what looks like an 18-month divorce. My assumption is she will have no claim to it as we've been in different household for 9 months and our funds...
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    Trip mid- January - Punta Cana or Mexico

    I've been to Cancun 2x. We are looking for something different. I've narrowed it down to a few all inclusive resorts in Playa Del Carmen, MX, Puerto Vallarta or Nuevo Vallarta MX, or Punta Cana, DR. Any suggestions? Looks like weather in all 3 locations will be the same. We like to blooch...
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    Another overdose, family member, trying to figure out how...benzomorphan?

    A young, 28 yr old mother was found dead yesterday. Coroner called and stated it was due to high levels of benzomorphan in blood, no autopsy. Her husband is a wreck, and we're trying to piece it together. I've suspected she's an opiate abuser for a while as I've seen it first hand. Her...
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    Any way to extract this TV news clip we are on and save it?

    I'd like to save a copy of this video file, but cant seem to do it. Youtube and things like that have websites you can goto and it does it for you....but this one is stumping me! >:(>:( Bounce House Safety Concerns - WJW
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    last minute trip to nyc, where to stay?

    im gonna shoot up to nyc to visit some friends. i want to stay outside of the city within a train ride . i was thinking elizabeth nj? been there before...not willing to spend 300/night in manhatten lol ideas?
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    A very frugal dating solution for the newly single man...

    Playboy TV subscription for only $19.95 month = porn in every room. Amazing Of course, I have the internet, but its convenient on my cable box. I never knew!
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    An update on TheFed's popular "Should I Get Married" thread

    Looking back, it should've been clear. But I've learned a lot...too much to get into. My pregnant wife and 2 children moved out Monday. The boys are here tonight and I'll be dropping them off at school in the morning. I've never done anything harder than walk out of her new place after...
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    going to Disney World!

    I think we're gonna bite the bullet and goto Disney World with the kids and my pregnant wife next month...last 'family time' before the new child. Looks like disney tix dont get discounted...travelocity has always treated me well for airfare and hotels....so the question is...how do i LBYM when...
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    Travel somewhere hot for cheap? 4 people total

    My wife and I just got back from cancun and got a wonderful deal. Looking for something inexpensive late march/early april...somewhere we can get in some beach time with our 2 kids. We thought about cancun again but airfare is thru the roof for 4 people during spring break. I'm right now...
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    Sleeping on a concrete floor with my pregnant wife....

    Lovin life right now! lol Supposed to be in cancun MX right now yukkin it up in the sun. Instead, I am stuck in Philly Int'l Airport sleeping on the ground. Snow sucks. Cant wait for some margaritas and guacamole! Been at airports now for 24 hours, and have only travelled a few hundred...
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    Calling the USA from abroad (Mexico)...your experiences

    I found several sites online (and am glad I looked at reviews shortly thereafter) which offer toll free access numbers in Mexico (I'll be there next month). I simply call in, enter my pin, and can call the USA for about 13 cents/minute plus up to $1 per call connection charge. What companies...
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    What an inspirational story. I hope this guy takes advantage of his opportunities

    Well, the cavs suck, but this is a cool story...you may have seen it on cnn, inside edition etc over the last few days...but i think the cavs have offered him the best deal yet We Want Ted Williams To Work At Quicken Loans!
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    Creating a 'holding company' to shield assets

    Lets say I own a biz that has high potential for lawsuits (I do). Lets say this company has a lot of assets that could be attached in the event of a lawsuit (I do). Now, lets say I were to incorporate a separate entity that would buy and own all major assets Biz # 1 needs, and lease them to...
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    I want to learn to ski

    I've been thinking about it for...oh...20 years...and it's time I finally get off my a$$ and do it. My biz partner has a condo in Aspen and always tells me I need to go...but I need to learn first! I am only 15 minutes from a ski resort, yet have only ventured onto the slopes one time...and...
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    Sec 179 - the SUV loophole

    I was just reading about the 'hummer loophole' and have a few questions...i'll contact my accountant but i'm anxious to figure it out....seems theres a lot of misinformation out there Lets say the SUV I bought for my wife gets used 51% of the time for business...which it very well may. It's...
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    Got the wife a new (to us) 4x4 Expedition

    After struggling to get around in the snow with her Nissan Quest for 3 years, I finally decided it was time for 4wd. We need 3rd row for the kids, and she likes all the bells and whistles. Neighbor is a Ford dealer mechanic so we get parts at cost and free labor...so that played in to our...
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    Anyone play with remote controlled helicopters?

    I've always wanted one of the mini's since they came out a few years back, but never got around to buying one...and my wife must not have believed me when it's all I asked for for x-mas. So, I bought one yesterday and I'm hooked! I've got another on the way with a gyro that is supposed to be...
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    Go CAVS! Beat the Heat! (I may need bail $$)

    You can be sure that thefed will be at the Q with 20,561 other angry fans tonight. I surely wont be running on the court, but after a few bacardi's I've been known to get pretty vocal. Hopefully I dont offend one of the many undercover cops that are promised to be stationed throughout the Q...
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    Chitzen Itza - and anything else we should do while in Cancun?

    Well since we will be in Cancun, I'm looking for a few excursions. I really, really like the idea of going to Chitzen Itza, but not so sure of killing a whole day to do so. Anyone that's been there...was it worth it? We were thinking of a bus-trip which takes about 12 hours round trip from...
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