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What’s new: state sales and use taxes

TaxConnex

There’s always something changing in the world of tax, especially sales tax. Florida sales tax exemptions on hurricane-preparedness items may soon encompass purchases of pet food, thanks to the lobbying of a local Girl Scout troop. has become the second state this year to expand its sales tax exemption involving gold and silver.

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Pros and Cons of Different Types of Real Estate Funds

Cherry Bekaert

Expensive Fees – Non-traded REITs may have high up-front fees, sales commissions and operating expenses, such as management and legal fees. Profits and Loss Visibility – New open-end fund investors participate in profits and loss on existing investments and can assess vehicles’ track records.