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[mywebthreenews]

Brazil Approves New Income Tax Rules for Cryptocurrencies

Cryptocurrencies have been gaining popularity worldwide, and Brazil is no exception. To regulate and tax earnings obtained from cryptocurrencies held on foreign exchanges, the Brazilian Senate has approved new income tax regulations. This move is expected to have significant implications for individuals and businesses operating in the cryptocurrency space. In this article, we will delve into the…

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[siderealmaven]

Houses in Sidereal Astrology

The most important part of astrology is the planets and the second most important thing is the houses. The houses in a chart show you where the planets are, what they’re doing, and who they’re doing it with. They provide the context for the story being told by the planets and ground them in reality. Without an exact time to indicate the rising sign of a chart, knowing the houses is impossible.

House significations can change depending on the branch of astrology you’re engaging with, such as mundane, natal or horary, or the zodiac being used such as sidereal or tropical. And of course, each astrologer is going to have their own tried and true preferences that they swear by.

Here’s mine.

(Originally published on Sidereal Maven's Patreon Page as a free post.)

1st House

The Self + Personality, outer appearance of the body, things that happen to you + actions that you take, changes made to your appearance such as: hair cuts, body modifications, surgery and injuries. Personal style can also be found here, such as the types of clothes you wear and how you like to present yourself to others.

2nd House

Food, money, and personal possessions. Your income, how you create it, and who you create it with. Your food, what you eat, how you eat it, and who you eat it with. Your sense of self esteem and personal values can also be found in this house, as we live in a capitalistic society that ties personal possessions and income to our individual worth and value.

3rd House

Siblings, cousins, aunts, uncles, grandparents and close family friends. Family gatherings, parties and reunions. Primary school, classmates, and neighbors. Your daily commute to work or around your local area. Day trips and short distance travel. Reading, writing, and studying. Social media, radio, podcasts, and self publishing. Private spiritual practice that is engaged with alone or within the home with family members.

4th House

Your parents, their home, and/or your childhood home. More specifically your father(s), father figures, and your paternal line. Your physical residence, the land you live on, agriculture, farming, gardening and real estate. Ancestral lands and ancestral parents, as well as your relationship to them. Family secrets, stories and heirlooms. Your private life. Your own relationship to being a parent if you are one, could be found here.

5th House

Children, childhood, and your inner child. The creative projects that you give birth to and nurture into existence. Your romantic partners and lovers, the dates you go on and the things you do together. Sex, sexual health, and baby making. You’ll also find cooking, fitness, sports, and physical activities. Creative hobbies such as art, theater, music, dance, etc. This house can also represent your father’s money + income and how it affected you growing up.

6th House

Job description and work environment. Your coworkers and/or employees that you hire. This could also be creative projects that you consider to be work and self employment. Service oriented work such as; medicine, public service jobs, community service and taking care of ill family members. Pets, veterinarians, and animal related work. Your physical health, illnesses, diagnosis, and treatment is also found here, along with your daily routines of care.

7th House

Partnerships, such as business partners, spouses, and co-parents. Courtrooms, litigation and legal battles. Lawyers, Doctors, Therapists, Astrologers and other professionals that you consult for advice. Rivals and competitors. Open enemies and people/groups/ideologies you find yourself in conflict with.

8th House

Shared finances and resources, especially those you share living spaces or financial responsibilities with. Inter-generational and communal living. Gifts, inheritance, loans, investors, debts and taxes. Death, loss, major life changes and initiations into new ways of being. Mediums and spiritualists.

9th House

Institutions of power such as governments, universities, and religious organizations. Government jobs, leaders, and organizers. Judges, diplomats and ambassadors. Higher education and learning, mass media, journalism, film, and traditional publishing (newspapers, magazines, and books.) Religious leaders, organizers, buildings, and sacred sites. Far distance travel and exploration. Oracles, divination, psychics, astrology, palm reading, etc.

10th House

Public status and reputation, the way you are seen and known by the outer world. Public Personas and your public life. Your mother(s), mother figures and maternal line. Authority figures, bosses, supervisors, and people who hold power over you + your relationship to them. Promotions and scandals.

11th House

Mentors, teachers, guides and helpful friends. Unions, nonprofits, and communities that you are a part of and participate in. Industry partners and allies. Sororities + Fraternities. Students, apprentices, step-children and other people’s children. Child support and custody. Your mother’s money + income and how it affected you growing up. Audiences + fans.

12th House

Foreign or unfamiliar places, cultures, and people. International travel. Immigrants and immigration. Remote work or work from home jobs. New experiences that take you out of your comfort zone. Solo spiritual exploration and experiences. Solitude and isolation. Hospitals, rehab, jail and prisons. Monasteries, convents, or other isolated religious groups. Estrangement + estranged family members.

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[feverdreamjohnny]

Nowhere, MI - Burdens and Augments

Diabolical Combos

I always love it when games let you make these really ridiculous combinations that can clear an entire room if you line everything up right. My first experience with something like this was actually Dead Space 3, which I played as a young teen and quite enjoyed (despite it apparently being the worst in the series lol).

Keeping up with the joys of tinkering and making horrible combos, I implemented augments and burdens as a part of Nowhere, MI's core experience. I've shown augments off before, but I don't think I've ever really spoken in-depth about it much, so I thought it would be cool to do that here.

ANYHOW, so as you play you can unlock new forms for Concord that have different specializations. There are four planned (with three already implemented). These are: The Revolver, The Rocket Launcher, The Shotgun and The Railgun in that order. Each of these forms has three modifications slots:

Slots A and B are for augmentations, which fall under two different categories: Elemental and Mechanical.

Elemental Augments cause rounds to trigger unique effects as well as deal specific types of damage to enemies. An easy example of this is Magma Casing, which causes your rounds to explode and light enemies on fire. These types of augments also change the gun's color, so at a glance you know what effects the gun should have.

Mechanical Augments are meant to synergize with elemental augments and modify how projectiles behave. For example, Nut Cracker DX is a mechanical augment that causes projectiles to leave small bombs behind, which then take on the traits of their source. Bombs modified with Willow Wisp will levitate and fly after enemies, Rolling Dynamo bombs will fire small jolts of electricity at nearby targets before exploding into a large bolt of chain lightning, and Nobi Gen causes bombs to explode into a cluster of smaller bombs.

The third slot is the weapon's frame. Frames are rare modifications that overhaul how a gun behaves, allowing it to cover a different specialization. For example, PX-2 Hornet causes the associated weapon to act like an assault rifle, which allows you to take the relatively slow-firing shotgun and rocket launcher and use them as primary weapons. It also makes the revolver act like an SMG. A weapon's frame can have drastic effects on how that weapon can synergize with different augmentation combos, such as in the video above where I use PX-3 Ivory Tusk to get huge slow rockets that deal a lot of damage, and I use Rolling Dynamo to make them shock nearby enemies. After that I throw on Vega GAZ-R to manually control my rockets, and now I have a launcher that allows me to fly a little blimp drone around.

Now then, that sort of joints into the other major element of Nowhere, MI in the form of the burden system. Similar to how the player gets surrogates that allow them to double jump, dash and use venge veins, there's also a set of surrogates that have a cost to equip, but allow for more unique gameplay choices. These are called burdens. Burdens tax the user's metabolism, causing their internal temperature to increase the more of them the user has equipped. From a balancing standpoint, this serves as a hard limit on how many burdens you can have at once. From a pure gameplay standpoint, the higher your heat, the greater the enemy threat becomes as you start to attract attention to yourself.

Think of these like how Dishonored handles bonecharms, except way more evil.

Burdens come in four flavors: Common, Heavy, Rare and Ultimate. The costs of these burdens are 10%, 25%, 50%, and 0% of the heat bar respectively.

Common Burdens typically augment small aspects of the game and serve as flat upgrades. This includes a 15% chance to dodge incoming attacks, increased health and defense, the aforementioned Vega GAZ-R which lets you control your missiles, and the ability to run quicker.

Heavy Burdens tend to be more exotic and add some fun modifiers to gameplay. Some examples include summoning pets to help you fight (in this case, a little smiling ball), drastically improving the performance of your jet dash, and changing how some augments behave (such as allowing Rolling Dynamo to turn enemies into tesla coils as well).

Rare Burdens are some of the most powerful upgrades the player can unlock. These include being able to revive when you run out out health and summoning a guardian to fight for you, Having a small orbital familiar that fires beams corresponding to your current weapon's augments and frame, or even launching a vacuum cannon when reloading your gun.

Ultimate Burdens are almost impossible to find and tend to have extremely potent effects. Unlike other burdens, ultimate burdens don't cost heat. They cost other stats. An example of this is a burden that gives you a 90% chance to dodge any incoming damage, but locks you at a single pip of max health. Another is a burden that increasingly gives you defense as you lose health, makes you slower and slower as it goes.

The hope is that with all of these little systems, players can fit into their own fun niche and explore the town of Nowhere while nuking entire rooms because I failed to balance everything correctly.

I hope you folks enjoy the game when it comes out!!

(Background song is "I Got Knocked Out The Same Night England Did" by Bilk)

#gamedev #indiedev #nowheremi

[anitmb]

@gruesim was lovely enough to give me the caw files for Rockwood. I tried first doing the trick to edit existing worlds but since reinstalling the game without 2 ep's I've not been able to do that trick any more (the reason could be something completely different but the missing ep's are my guess).

Basically what I wanted was an empty version and a few tiny lot modifications.

First I fenced off the extension, so my sims don't fall to their deaths. There should be actually a barrier here (I've seen it in a few pics), but it never showed up for me. The lot changes that I did to this part was making the two lots a bit smaller and adding a long lot at the edge of the extension to have a boardwalk.

Built city hall.

I know it's a bit bare and dull from the outside but I'm building this world from the tax sims pay so things progress slowly. This lot will at some point also feature the church and a police station.

Build my people a factory so they have somewhere to work in. The front door the is the RH door to the criminal hideout. A side door does lead inside the factory because below it is all the RH rugs I need to run this hood.

I was originally planning that the church would be in this lot and the factory would have been in the extension. The lot where city hall is now was suppose to be a combo lot with city hall / police station / hospital. But I want the city hall lot to be a library and adding a RH in there would have changed the lot type. With Ultimate career, it doesn't really matter where the "actual" lot is, but I didn't also want it to look as if my sims gave birth in the factory when they were due. So I'm going to build the hospital on the factory lot, and this will no longer be an issue.

The building next to the factory is called the block. It's a low income housing that will eventually be owned by Robert Grim. For now it's just a shell until he can "buy" it and start renovating it ready for tenants. Because generation 2 is still only kids, this is not a happening any time soon.

The big lot in front of the block of housing was split into two. One lot will turn into the pub and the other will be a combo lot with public school + uni.

The only RH that is not under the factory is the school RH that I added at the end of the pier so it would look like my kids take the ferry to the main land to go to school. Unfortunately this doesn't seem to be working and kids are roaming my streets all day long. I'll have to see what's the problem here when I play a house with some kids.

I guess the biggest lot changes happened to the residential area where I did some lot rearranging. Thandiwe's lot is long because she's going to be building two more identical row house units on this lot and then be the land lady for them. It's her retirement plan.

The tiny houses are 15 x 10. I always felt like 10 x 10 is too small to live comfortably. 20 x 20 is too much space while 10 x 15 is good enough. 15 x 15 would have been ideal lot size but I couldn't fit them in this space.

All of my sims did end up loosing their houses because their Rockwood lots were smaller than where they lived before. But, I did let them keep their furniture so refurnishing their houses is not a huge task.

So far I've really enjoyed playing and rearranging this world. I've always had a soft spot for Hylewood and I really like what gruesim has done to the world.

[racefortheironthrone]

How did the feudal taxing system work and might it work the same way in Westeros?

For instance, say the tax on income that lord Manderly would collect from the people living on his land and conducting business on his land and in his city is 10%, would lord Manderly have to pay his own tax to House Stark from that 10%? And if he does have to pay from his own 10%, then how much would be be required to give? Or would he keep that 10% for his house and their needs and pay the tax to House Stark from an additional tax 5, 10, 20%?

And i imagine that House Stark would pay the tax towards the crown from all of the taxes that they would gather from their lands and vassals, right? Or would each house pay their own taxes towards the crown?

Well, feudal taxation can be complicated, but for the sake of easy calculation I've gone with the medieval English property tax of a "tenth," with the modification that local lords have the right to a "third penny."

So under that assumption, Lord Manderly collects 10% of the value of all property in White Harbor, keeps a third for himself, and then transmits the remaining revenue upwards to the Starks, who keep a third of the revenue they get from all their vassals, and then send the remaining two-thirds of that revenue to the Iron Throne.

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[goldstone-financial-group]

The Importance Of Financial Literacy: Empowering Your Financial Journey

For anyone looking to safeguard their financial future in today's complex financial environment, financial literacy is crucial. Understanding ideas like risk management, retirement planning, investing, and budgeting equips people to make wise financial decisions. Financial gurus Anthony Pellegrino and Brian Korienek of Goldstone Financial Group understand the value of financial knowledge. We discuss the value of financial literacy in this blog post, as well as how Goldstone Financial Group can assist you in managing your money.

Understanding Financial Literacy

The ability to make wise financial decisions is referred to as financial literacy. It covers a range of topics, such as making a budget, saving money, investing, paying off debt, and getting insurance. Having financial literacy enables people to manage their money wisely, reach their financial objectives, and deal with the difficulties presented by a constantly shifting financial environment.

• Making Informed Financial Decisions

Financial literacy is the capacity to make prudent financial decisions. A variety of issues are covered, including setting up a budget, saving money, making investments, paying off debt, and obtaining insurance. People who are financially literate are better equipped to handle their money sensibly, accomplish their financial goals, and overcome the challenges brought on by a continuously changing financial environment.

• Budgeting And Saving

Understanding income and expenses allows people to make practical budgets, allocate money wisely, and accumulate emergency funds. This makes it possible for people to manage unforeseen costs, lessen financial stress, and progress toward their financial goals.

• Investing And Wealth Accumulation

A key component of financial literacy is understanding investment principles and strategies. Individuals can learn about different investment options, asset allocation, risk management, and the power of compound interest. With this knowledge, individuals can make informed investment decisions to grow their wealth over time.

• Retirement Planning

When it comes to retirement planning, financial literacy is essential. People who are knowledgeable about retirement vehicles, such as 401(k)s, IRAs, and pensions, may choose their investments, contribution levels, and withdrawal methods with confidence. This guarantees a comfortable retirement and the freedom to continue living the way one wants. The Role Of Goldstone Financial Group In Promoting Financial Literacy

• Comprehensive Financial Education

Given the significance of financial literacy, Goldstone Financial Group provides its clients with thorough financial education. They give people the information and skills necessary to make wise financial decisions through workshops, seminars, and one-on-one consultations. According to the specific requirements of each customer, Anthony Pellegrino, Brian Korienek, and their team of professionals offer advice on risk management, investment, retirement planning, and budgeting.

• Personalized Financial Strategies

Financial planning is approached on an individualized basis by Goldstone Financial Group. They are aware that everyone has different financial objectives, risk tolerances, and life situations. By taking into account these variables, they create tailored financial strategies that support each client's goals and enable them to take control of their financial future.

• Long-Term Partnership

The Goldstone Financial Group values establishing enduring connections with its clients. They offer constant assistance, direction, and education all along the financial journey. Clients are certain that they stay on track and modify their tactics when their circumstances change through frequent check-ins, portfolio evaluations, and modifications.

• Staying Current with Industry Trends

The financial landscape is continuously changing as new market trends, tax laws, and investment opportunities arise. In order to give clients the most recent advice, Goldstone Financial Group regularly updates its methods and knowledge to stay current of these changes. As a result, its clients are given the tools necessary to successfully manage the constantly shifting financial landscape.

The Final Thoughts

Individuals can take charge of their financial well-being by using the effective instrument of financial literacy. Making wise decisions and comprehending fundamental financial principles can lead to financial success. The Anthony Pellegrino and Brian Korienek-led Goldstone Financial Group understands the value of financial literacy and offers its clients thorough financial education as well as individualized plans. Individuals can acquire the information and abilities required to confidently navigate the financial world by working with Goldstone Financial Group.

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[remodelsurgeons]

IS IT POSSIBLE TO CLAIM A TAX DEDUCTION FOR A BATHROOM RENOVATION?

Undertaking a bathroom renovation can not only enhance the comfort and aesthetics of your home but also raise a common question among homeowners: Is it possible to claim a tax deduction for a bathroom renovation? While tax laws can be complex and subject to change, this comprehensive guide aims to explore the potential avenues for tax deductions related to restroom renovations.

Ways to Claim a Bathroom Renovation as a Tax Deduction

The ability to declare a facility remodel on your taxes relies on the nature of the remodel and the particular tax regulations in your jurisdiction. Usually, home improvement expenses are not straight deductible on your government income taxes. Nonetheless, there are some circumstances where specific home enhancements may receive tax write-offs.

Can Homeowners Deduct the Cost of a Bathroom Remodel on Their Taxes as a Medical Expense, and if So, What Specific Situations Make It Eligible for This Deduction?

Embarking on a bathroom remodel can be a considerable task, specifically when encouraged by clinical requirement. The good news for homeowners dealing with these circumstances is that particular costs related to a washroom remodel driven by medical necessity might be eligible for tax deductions.

Comprehending the Importance of Medical Requirement

Restroom Remodeling With Health In Mind

Medical need describes health care solutions or treatments called for to resolve a clinical problem. In the context of a bathroom remodel, clinical need might emerge because of wheelchair obstacles, handicaps, or certain health conditions that require modifications for security and access.

Revamping Your Washroom To Cover Qualifying Healthcare Expenses Taxpayers can assert deductions on particular clinical expenses that exceed a specific proportion of their adjusted gross income (AGI), according to the IRS. These eligible clinical expenditures might encompass the costs related to medical equipment, home improvements, and adjustments made to the framework.

If it is identified that the bathroom remodeling is clinically called for and generally for medical functions, the expenses connected with modifications like the installation of grab bars, ramps, or obtainable fixtures could possibly be thought about as qualified reductions for medical expenditures.

Deductible costs might consist of not only the cost of products and labor directly connected with the remodel but additionally expenses connected to licenses, design charges, and any other costs directly connected to the clinical alterations.

Availability And Safety Considerations For Your Lavatory Transformation The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) highlights the significance of qualifying costs being vital for clinical therapy, which may include improvements that soothe or stop physical or mental ailments. Shower room alterations that boost accessibility and safety and security satisfy these needs, possibly getting reductions.

Necessary Papers: Renovation Files For The Bathroom Upgrade Keeping thorough paperwork is essential when asserting reductions for a bathroom remodel deemed medically necessary. It’s vital to maintain accurate documents of all costs, consisting of billings, receipts, and any type of prescriptions or referrals from healthcare professionals that support the requirement for the alterations.

In order to bolster your argument for asserting the medical requirement, it is recommended to seek counsel from medical experts who can confirm the necessity of particular alterations in the restroom to accommodate health conditions or disabilities.

In the advancing landscape of remote work, the intersection of office deductions and bathroom remodeling presents an appealing possibility for homeowners. Beyond the traditional understanding of tax write-offs, let’s discover how the harmony between home office reductions and bathroom remodels can potentially boost the financial advantages for those altering their homes to suit both work and personal demands.

Facilities Renovation Deductions For Office Remodels The home office deduction enables eligible individuals to subtract particular costs associated with the business use of their home. This deduction encompasses direct and indirect expenses associated with preserving a committed office within the home.

Washroom Remodels As Business Investments Updating an area of your house into a home office usually requires restorations to improve practicality, appearance, and conformity with the demands for tax obligation deductions. Such renovations may include the restroom that offer the home office space.

Bathroom Repair Work And Maintenance Costs related to maintaining the office space and the connected shower room, such as bathroom repair services and renovations, can possibly be considered as deductible expenses. Occupational expenditures for necessities like office supplies and shower room essentials can be tax-deductible, as long as they’re directly attached to the home office’s service usage.

How to Write-off Restroom Makeover Through Home Equity Loan or HELOC

Home Equity Loan or HELOC for Bidet Upgrades?

Although interest on personal loans, such as those for home improvement projects, is generally not tax-deductible, there may be exceptions for certain bathroom renovation loans. Factors to consider. If you utilize a home equity loan or a home equity line of credit (HELOC) to fund your bathroom remodel, you may be able to deduct the interest paid on these loans on your taxes. This is because the interest on loans backed by the equity in your home is frequently considered mortgage interest, which can be tax-deductible.

In order for the interest to be eligible for tax deductions, the loan must have collateral in the form of your main residence or a second home. If the loan is not backed by the property, the interest is usually not deductible.

Purpose Of The Loan The Internal Revenue Service permits the deduction of mortgage interest on loans utilized for the purchase, construction, or enhancement of a qualified residence. Consequently, if the funds obtained from the loan taken for home improvement are utilized to significantly enhance your residence, such as through a bathroom remodel, the interest may be eligible for deduction. Restrictions apply to the loan amount that can be deducted.

Essential Documentation Guide For Seamless Bathroom Remodeling Maintain detailed records of the loan, including copies of the loan agreement, receipts, and invoices related to the bathroom renovation. This documentation is essential for auditing purposes and ensures that you have a paper trail in case of any queries or discrepancies.

Advice From Experts Tax legislation is susceptible to alteration, while personal situations differ. It is recommended to seek guidance from a tax specialist or accountant in order to guarantee that you fulfill all the requirements for claiming the interest on your loan for home renovations.

Considerations By State It’s essential to note that tax regulations can differ from state to state, and some states may have further stipulations or restrictions regarding the deductibility of home improvement loan interest. To ensure compliance with your state’s tax laws, consult with a local tax expert. It’s critical to keep in mind that tax obligation regulations go through change, and the details offered is based on the state of the law since early 2022. For the most exact and updated info appropriate to your particular circumstance, it’s advised to speak with a qualified tax specialist or accountant. They can give personalized guidance based upon your scenarios and the present tax regulations in your jurisdiction.

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[allthebrazilianpolitics]

Brazil Approves New Income Tax Rules, Imposing 15% Tax on Crypto Held on Foreign Exchanges

The Brazilian Senate has approved new income tax regulations that may necessitate Brazilians to pay a maximum of 15% tax on earnings obtained from cryptocurrencies held on foreign exchanges. The bill, which has already received approval from the Chamber of Deputies, is anticipated to be sanctioned by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, as the income tax modifications were initiated by his administration.

Commencing from January 1, 2024, individuals in Brazil earning more than $1,200 (6,000 Brazilian reals) from foreign-based exchanges will be subject to this tax. The tax rate for funds held on international exchanges will be equivalent to that applied to domestically held funds. However, earnings from funds accessed prior to December 31, 2023, will be taxed at 8%, while those accessed afterward will face the full 15% rate.

The legislation also impacts "exclusive funds," referring to investment funds with a sole shareholder, as well as foreign companies operating within Brazil's financial market. The government has set a revenue target of $4 billion (20.3 billion Brazilian reals) for these taxes in 2024.

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[financialplanning021]

Retirement Planning: Securing Your Golden Years

Introduction

Retirement planning is a critical aspect of financial stability and ensuring a comfortable life during your golden years. While it may seem distant, the earlier you start planning, the better prepared you'll be. In this guide, we'll delve into the intricate details of retirement planning, covering everything from setting financial goals to investment strategies. Get ready to embark on a journey towards a secure retirement.

Retirement Planning Essentials

Setting Clear Financial Goals Retirement planning begins with setting clear financial goals. Ask yourself how much you'll need to maintain your desired lifestyle post-retirement. This includes housing, healthcare, and leisure activities. Create a detailed budget to estimate your future expenses accurately.

Creating a Retirement Timeline Establishing a retirement timeline is crucial. Determine when you'd like to retire and consider factors such as your current age, life expectancy, and any unexpected early retirements. A well-defined timeline helps shape your savings and investment strategies.

Assessing Your Current Financial Situation Take stock of your current financial situation. Calculate your assets, liabilities, and net worth. This assessment forms the foundation for developing a personalized retirement plan.

Investment Strategies for Retirement Diversifying Your Portfolio Diversification is key to managing risk in your retirement investments. Spread your investments across different asset classes, including stocks, bonds, and real estate. This minimizes the impact of market fluctuations.

Tax-Efficient Investments Explore tax-efficient investment options, such as IRAs and 401(k)s. These accounts offer tax advantages, allowing your retirement savings to grow more effectively.

Seeking Professional Advice Consider consulting a financial advisor who specializes in retirement planning. Their expertise can help you make informed decisions and optimize your investment strategy.

FAQs on Retirement Planning What is the ideal age to start retirement planning? Begin retirement planning as early as possible. Ideally, start in your 20s or 30s to take advantage of compounding interest.

Can I rely solely on Social Security for retirement income? While Social Security provides some income, it's advisable to have additional savings and investments to ensure financial security during retirement.

How do I calculate my retirement savings goal? Calculate your retirement savings goal by estimating your future expenses and factoring in inflation. Online retirement calculators can assist in this process.

Should I pay off all debts before retiring? It's generally wise to minimize high-interest debts before retiring. However, low-interest debts may be manageable during retirement.

What if I haven't started saving for retirement yet? Start now, regardless of your age. Even small contributions can accumulate over time and make a significant difference.

How can I adjust my retirement plan if unforeseen circumstances arise? Regularly review and adjust your retirement plan as needed. Life changes, such as health issues or job changes, may require modifications.

Conclusion Retirement planning is a journey that requires careful consideration, diligent saving, and informed decision-making. By setting clear goals, assessing your financial situation, and adopting the right investment strategies, you can pave the way for a secure and enjoyable retirement. Remember, it's never too early or too late to start planning for your golden years.

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[mariacallous]

Viktor Orban is headed toward a moment of truth come the autumn. The Hungarian public is watching, perplexed, as election promises are broken and economic crisis looms, while spin doctors frame a narrative where the blame lies with the EU.

Hungarians are puzzled. “I am disappointed and angry – and pretty clueless,” Zilia Bender, a mother-of-three confesses to BIRN. For her, the measures announced by the government over the last three weeks have come completely out of the blue, undermining stability and predictability – the two main reasons why she voted for Viktor Orban's party back in April.

In mid-July, the government pushed through a tax law modification that denied small entrepreneurs their low, simplified tax regime, creating confusion and insecurity for at least 300,000 people. Just six weeks were allowed to switch to another tax scheme that would mean at least 20 per cent higher taxes for most.

“My husband is an electrician, we benefitted from the low tax scheme, but I have no idea what we’ll do now,” Bender says.

Tax increases were just the beginning. The government struck again a few days later, this time delivering a punishing blow to most low-income families when the prime minister was forced to abandon his signature policy of subsidised utility prices, which earned him the 2014 election victory, and certainly paid a major role in the 2018 and 2022 triumphs.

After promising voters in the spring election campaign and until as late as June that his government wouldn’t touch the low utility price policy – in contrast to the opposition – less than four months later on July 21 the commissioner responsible for maintaining the subsidy regime announced that, above a so-called average consumption level, electricity prices would double and natural gas would cost seven times more from August 1.

Until now, Hungarians have paid the lowest electricity and gas prices in the EU, thanks to massive state subsidies. This blatant breach of campaign promises has left the public reeling, instilling a fear of cold rooms and lukewarm showers. Meanwhile, the government looks desperate – the Interior Ministry recently requested public schools in a letter, leaked to the media, whether they could switch from gas to firewood this winter.

Bender is also worried. “We live in a rented apartment, the roof is not insulated, the windows are large and old. I don’t think it is fair to introduce changes so drastically, especially after they said nothing about it in the election campaign,” she says.

Still, she does not think the opposition would be much better equipped to lead the country.

Aron Kubatovics, a freelancer working in communications and design, was less blindsided by the government’s backtracking: “Of course, I saw this coming. The country is on the brink of bankruptcy, and the government is panicking,” he tells BIRN, making no secret of his ill-feelings towards the government.

“The tax increase is bad enough, but I will survive. But the high utility prices will push a lot of people into a very difficult situation. According to my rough calculations, I will have to pay five times more for gas, and there is not much I can do other than fire up our old tile stove,” he says.

Kubatovics predicts that the hard times will kick in in December and January, but Hungarians will survive, finding tricks and sharp practices to keep their heads above water. Hungary in turn will slide a bit more towards the Balkans, losing the perspective of catching up with the West anytime soon. Still, Kubatovics does not believe that a political wind of change is imminent.

A recent poll by the opposition-leaning institute Publicus confirms this. Although Fidesz had lost 12 per cent of its supporters by the end of July, the opposition gained none. Orban’s party would still be the clear winner in any fresh election.

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Everything You Need to Know about Affordable Housing

Investing in affordable housing can be extremely profitable, if you do things right. Many property investors include affordable housing in their portfolio mainly because of the government tax credits associated with them. However, you have to make sure the investment you make is marketable in your area and also profitable.

Although affordable housing is cheaper than other real estate properties, there are a lot of costs associated with them. Apart from the buying costs, there are also the renovation and the maintenance charges you will have to consider, before determining its viability.

The main advantage of affordable housing is the tax credits given by the government. As a property owner, you can receive these tax credits by using a percentage of your property (say a few rental units in your building) as affordable housing. The renters of these houses will also get assistance from the government, to pay their monthly rent.

Eligibility Criteria for Affordable Housing

Affordable housing was introduced mainly to provide housing for people with limited income. These include four groups of people:

Seniors and People with Disabilities

People with disabilities and people aged 65 and above are eligible for affordable housing. They require housing closer to public accommodations, along with some modifications such as handrails, wheelchair accessible bathrooms, ramps instead of stairs, and modified closets and cabinets.

Students

Many students including adult students, university students, and non-traditional college students require off-campus housing that is affordable. They prefer affordable housing that is closer to the campus. Many international students keep looking for affordable housing throughout the year, as they won’t have to make too many international trips.

The Military

Veterans and active members of military service keep looking for affordable housing too. The government (Department of Veteran Affairs) provides them assistance through VA loans to construct as well as buy houses. You can contact any of the VA loan lenders through VA live transfer leads and apply for a VA loan.

Both on-base as well as off-base housing options are available for military service members. However, you need to make sure off-base housing that you select is closer to your base.

Rehabilitation and Re-Entry Programs

Another section of people that requires affordable housing includes homeless families and people with addiction who are in recovery. Adults and children who are into mental health programs and state protective services need neighborhood-based housing and group homes with privacy and adequate facilities.

Apart from the above, people in the lower income group can buy or rent affordable housing, by applying through Section 8 and other subsidized housing programs. However, they have to be aware of their area’s median income. This information should be available on most real estate websites, housing authorities, economic development agencies, and state and local governments.

Determining Profitability and Marketability of Affordable Housing

There are two things you need to consider while investing in affordable housing – profitability and marketability

Profitability

The first step in determining the profitability of your investment is to calculate your operating expenses. For affordable units that you have rented out, you have to add up your taxes, insurance, utilities if any, maintenance charges, transfer costs, and other fees charged by the municipality or your county.

If you are buying affordable housing, your operating costs would include financing costs, closing costs, transfer costs, and labor as well as material costs if you are renovating or constructing the property.

You can add up advertising and marketing costs if any.

Once you have estimated your operating costs, it is time to determine your income. While calculating your cash flow, you should also consider the tax credits and financial assistance that you receive from the subsidizing authority, to pay up your utilities. Deduct your estimated operating costs from this amount to determine your gross profit. Make sure you also consider depreciation charges, if any.

Marketability

You can get information about affordable housing available in your area, from your local housing authority office. Make sure these units meet the guidelines specified for rental subsidies. If you are going to sell the units that you are buying, you will have to consider your renovation or construction costs, to establish their profitability. If they are not profitable, they cannot be marketable.

You can also consider buying foreclosed homes acquired by your local economic development agencies. The guidelines for buying these houses may be different for different regions. Also, these units may usually need significant rehabilitation. The turnaround time required to resell these is also longer.

One other way to find affordable housing is to enter the FSBO or For-Sale-By-Owner market. With information from realtors, you can find many short sale deals with sellers looking for quick sales at reduced price for a reduced mortgage payoff.  You can fix them up and resell at profitable pricing.

Successful investment in affordable housing is all about timing the market well. It may not be a good time to purchase properties if the financing, labor, and material costs are high. At the same time, it may not be the right time to put your unit up for sale if there aren’t too many renters. If the median income and the market rent of your area is high, it might make sense to retain your property and enjoy the rental income it generates every month.

Special Considerations for Affordable Housing Investment

You need to be a business executive, an investor, or a landlord, to invest in affordable housing. As a landlord you can help families and the community by creating a market for affordable housing. As an investor, you can invest in some of the best properties at best prices, in certain desired areas, to generate maximum profit. As a business executive, you can create your own brand, maximize its value and generate some goodwill for your brand. You can also create employment opportunities for many.

The Bottom Line

Just being a landlord will not make you a successful investor in affordable housing. You also need to be a savvy business executive who understands how to make these investments profitable and marketable. Collect as much information about affordable housing in your area, create a market, and apply your wisdom to make your investment work for you.

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What Happens If a Home Buyer Defaults on Their Mortgage After Foreclosure?

Foreclosure is a serious consequence of defaulting on a mortgage, but the repercussions don’t necessarily end there. Here’s what typically happens if a home buyer defaults on their mortgage and the foreclosure process is completed:

1. Loss of Home

Once foreclosure is finalized, the borrower loses ownership of the property. The lender sells the home, often at a public auction, to recover the outstanding loan amount. This sale is intended to cover the mortgage debt, legal fees, and other associated costs.

2. Deficiency Judgment

If the sale of the home doesn’t cover the full amount owed on the mortgage, including interest, legal fees, and other costs, the lender may seek a deficiency judgment. This legal action allows the lender to pursue the borrower for the remaining balance. For example, if the outstanding mortgage debt is $300,000 and the home sells for $250,000, the borrower could be liable for the $50,000 difference.

3. Impact on Credit Score

A foreclosure significantly impacts the borrower’s credit score, potentially dropping it by 100 points or more. This negative mark can remain on the credit report for up to seven years, making it more difficult to obtain new credit, rent an apartment, or even secure employment in some cases.

4. Difficulty Obtaining Future Mortgages

Borrowers who have experienced foreclosure may find it challenging to obtain another mortgage in the future. Lenders view foreclosure as a red flag, indicating a higher risk of default. When these borrowers are eligible for a new mortgage, they often face higher interest rates and stricter terms.

5. Tax Implications

In some jurisdictions, the forgiven debt from a deficiency judgment can be considered taxable income. Borrowers should consult with a tax advisor to understand the potential tax implications and any available exemptions or relief.

6. Legal Fees and Costs

In addition to the deficiency judgment, borrowers may be responsible for legal fees and costs incurred by the lender during the foreclosure process. These additional expenses can add to the financial burden faced by the borrower.

Conclusion Defaulting on a mortgage and undergoing foreclosure has far-reaching consequences beyond losing the home. Borrowers may face deficiency judgments, significant credit score damage, difficulties in securing future mortgages, potential tax liabilities, and additional legal costs. It’s crucial for homeowners facing financial difficulties to seek assistance early, exploring options such as loan modification, refinancing, or selling the home before foreclosure becomes inevitable. Consulting with a financial advisor or housing counselor can provide valuable guidance and help mitigate the negative impacts of foreclosure.

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ST Louis County Home Improvement Program

The St. Louis County Home Improvement Program might just be the solution you’ve been searching for. Whether it’s a much-needed roof repair, energy-efficient upgrades, or enhancing accessibility.

For More Information: ST Louis County Home Improvement Program

This program offers assistance to eligible homeowners looking to make improvements without breaking the bank. Let’s dive into how this program can help turn your home improvement dreams into reality!

What is the St. Louis County Home Improvement Program?

The St. Louis County Home Improvement Program is a valuable initiative aimed at helping homeowners in the county make essential repairs and upgrades to their properties. This program provides financial assistance to eligible residents who may not have the resources to fund necessary home improvements independently.

Through this program, homeowners can access funds to address critical issues such as structural repairs, energy efficiency enhancements, and safety upgrades. By offering low-interest loans and grants, the program seeks to improve the overall quality of housing stock in St. Louis County while supporting property values and enhancing neighborhood aesthetics.

With a focus on promoting sustainable living environments and ensuring safe housing conditions for residents, the St. Louis County Home Improvement Program plays a vital role in fostering community development and empowering homeowners to maintain their properties effectively.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the St. Louis County Home Improvement Program, residents must meet certain criteria set by the program administrators. Typically, applicants need to own and occupy their home as their primary residence. This requirement ensures that the improvements funded through the program directly benefit homeowners in need.

Income guidelines are also taken into consideration to determine eligibility. The program aims to assist low- to moderate-income households in making necessary home repairs or upgrades that they may not have been able to afford otherwise.

Additionally, properties must be up-to-date on property taxes and mortgage payments to qualify for assistance. These requirements help ensure that participants are committed to maintaining their homes in good standing within the community.

By adhering to these eligibility criteria, the St. Louis County Home Improvement Program can effectively allocate resources where they are most needed, ultimately benefiting both individual homeowners and the community at large.

Types of Improvements Covered

The St. Louis County Home Improvement Program covers a wide range of improvements to help residents enhance their living spaces. From essential repairs like fixing roofs and addressing plumbing issues to more extensive renovations such as kitchen upgrades or adding energy-efficient features, the program aims to support homeowners in maintaining and improving their properties.

Additionally, the program also includes modifications for accessibility purposes, making homes more comfortable and functional for individuals with disabilities or mobility challenges. This can involve installing ramps, widening doorways, or adapting bathrooms to be more accessible.

Furthermore, improvements related to health and safety are prioritized under the program. This can include addressing mold remediation, lead paint removal, or upgrading electrical systems to ensure homes meet necessary safety standards.

By covering a diverse range of improvement projects, the St. Louis County Home Improvement Program strives to create safer, healthier, and more sustainable living environments for residents throughout the community.

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are politics still quite important in terrascape?

hi, thanks for your question! politics are certainly an important facet in life on terra, though not in the way that we know it. for starters, terrascape co. is the default governing body though given that they are primarily a business, they run the server like one too. that is, terra likely operates as a corporatocracy, with political power focused on terrascape co., and late stage capitalism rampant. specifically, the basic needs of their consumers' physical bodies are provided with the company being compensated via users' income tax, but any additional modifications will come at a cost! given this, naturally within terra, there would exist different political leanings — different schools of thought might support this current political climate, or want a more democratic society, or want to move to a different model altogether. but given that terrascape controls everything in their code, it has been quite difficult to effect change, though characters may certainly try. aside from terra, other tech companies run their own servers quite similarly, though each server is relatively insulated given the high cost of travelling between servers, so there would be less political frictions between them! we hope this makes sense, but please let us know if you'd like us to elaborate on any particular point! ♥︎

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What Is The Difference Between Accounting and Taxation in Finance Certification Courses

In the world of financing qualification training courses striving experts commonly run into an essential choice factor: whether to start the course of bookkeeping or tax. These 2 areas, while very closely associated have distinct features that establish them apart within the financing sector. Allow's look into the ins and outs of accounting as well as tax discovering their variations together with the ramifications for those seeking financing accreditation training courses.

Accounting:

Focus: Accounting primarily focuses on the methodical recording, summing up coupled with evaluation of economic purchases. It functions as the foundation of economic coverage and also decision-making procedures within companies.

Role: Professionals in bookkeeping are in charge of preserving precise economic documents preparing monetary declarations and also offering understandings right into the economic health and wellness as well as efficiency of companies.

Skills: Finance qualification programs in bookkeeping highlight efficiency in monetary audit concepts supervisory bookkeeping strategies, as well as economic evaluation techniques. Accounting professionals require solid logical abilities, focus to information and also a deep understanding of bookkeeping criteria and also methods.

Career Opportunities: Accounting supplies a varied series of occupation courses consisting of functions such as economic accounting professional, administration accounting professional, auditor coupled with monetary expert. Experts with accountancy experience can locate chances in numerous markets and also markets.

Taxation:

Focus: Taxation concentrates especially on the analysis as well as application of tax obligation regulations, guidelines as well as plans. It includes tax obligation preparation, conformity as well as optimization techniques to lessen tax obligation responsibilities for people as well as organizations.

Role: Tax specialists offer assistance on tax-related issues consisting of preparing income tax return, applying tax obligation preparation approaches as well as guaranteeing conformity with tax obligation regulations as well as guidelines.

Skills: Finance accreditation programs in tax obligation outfit people with specialized expertise in browsing the intricate tax obligation landscape. Tax obligation experts should remain upgraded on legislative modifications, court judgments and also IRS laws to give exact coupled with prompt tax obligation guidance.

Career Opportunities: Taxation provides a specialized job track, with duties such as tax obligation specialist, tax obligation supervisor, tax obligation lawyer or accredited public accounting professional (Certified Public Accountant) concentrating on taxes. Experts in this area might operate in public bookkeeping companies, law practice, federal government firms or company tax obligation divisions.

Key Differences:

Focus: While accountancy concentrates on monetary coverage plus evaluation tax depend on tax obligation preparation and also conformity.

Skills: Accounting calls for effectiveness in economic accounting concepts while tax obligation needs specialized expertise in tax obligation legislations as well as policies.

Career Trajectories: Accounting uses varied job courses throughout sectors whereas tax offers an expert job track with concentrated possibilities.

Regulatory Landscape: Accounting criteria are controlled by regulative bodies like the Financial Accounting Standards Board while tax obligation goes through government, state as well as neighborhood tax obligation regulations.

Finally audit as well as tax are essential elements of the financing market each using unique job courses as well as chances for people seeking financing accreditation programs. Recognizing the distinctions in between these areas is vital for striving experts to make educated choices concerning their job trajectories. Whether one picks to concentrate on audit or tax obligation both courses existing fulfilling chances for those enthusiastic regarding money and also anxious to make a purposeful effect in the monetary landscape.

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