Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA (ContentDesk) March 5,2006 -- Sunny Tan, author of the controversial fuel saving guide for motorists, Gas Mileage Tactics, is re-releasing his latest edition of his book with more additional ways to help drivers save their gas money.Part fun and part enlightening, just about anyone can flick through a few pages from the book and expect to get serious results with their way of driving, which ultimately cuts down their gas mileage expenses. According to Sunny Tan, many drivers out there resort to using different sorts of high tech gadgetry and equipments and have their cars modified, just to maximize the use of every drop of liter of their gas intake. However, in the long run, this will not only cause serious damages to their vehicles, but also burn big holes in their wallets. The reason car manufacturers like Toyota and Honda spend millions investing in R&D is to develop vehicles that are safe, reliable and roadworthy. What makes you think that some backyard mechanics in your area have that sort of capability in modifying a car while ensuring it is still roadworthy?The fundamental thing about saving up your gas money and reduce the petrol consumption of your car begins all the way from when you start your car, how you maneuver the steering wheel and how you step on the pedals, says Sunny Tan.In some other countries like America, the IRS has provided a way for the drivers to claim some kind of deduction out of their mileage claim usage.Basically you need to maintain proper records of all you business use of you vehicle.
You need to learn how to keep tax records for your vehicle, how to keep and log mileage records and vehicle expenses, according to Sunny.When asked about how much potential savings of the tax reduction for gas claims, he quoted an example that based on 2002 gas allowance of 36.5 cents per mile; one can get a rough estimate of $292 - $365 worth of tax reduction in a year.In the book, Sunny writes about tips and techniques to get best possible gas saving out ones car. The whole book was divided into several chapters such as good driving attitude, taking care of certain crucial car components and engine, getting the best wheels for the car and even some discussion on few popular gas saving devices.Drivers who have learnt and practiced some of the techniques have discovered amazing results from their gas mileage savings alone. Ive recently tried some of the methods described in Sunnys Gas Mileage Tactics book and Im satisfied with the noticeably increased fuel mileage I am getting, says one of the satisfied readers. In such trying times of rising petrol costs which could easily burn holes in many motorists pockets, Sunny Tans easy-to-read-and-apply e-booklet bearing tips on fuel-saving is like welcomed rain on parched earth during prolonged drought, as described by a prominent and well-respected author and speaker. For information on gas saving techniques, log on to http://www.extragasmileage.com .
Sunny Tan also offers his insights into more ways to increase gas mileage through his free online newsletter. Readers are encouraged to subscribe to get the latest update of the book..
Legislation Requires All Tax Professionals to be Enrolled Under IRS Regulations
The State of Florida has no standards or laws regulating the conduct or standards of tax professionals. Anyone or his idiot-savant brother, may open up a tax office and receive compensation for preparing tax returns. In fact, according to Marvin Diamond
of Diamond Professional Tax Preparers in Kissimmee, Florida, people have done just that. Diamond complains of companies opening up for just a few weeks during tax season, taking people's money, then closing up and disappearing - while customers are left without even getting their tax returns.
Senator Jeff Bingham's legislation intends to stop those kinds of consumer problems - and worse ones.Once S.
832 passes, there will be thousands of tax professionals with long-term experience, excellent professional track records, but no credentials, who will be forced out of business. They won't be able to become CPAs or attorneys in time for next tax season. Both those professions tend to require college degrees, and intensive...
Legislation Requires All Tax Professionals to be Enrolled Under IRS Regulations
News Portal Domain Name For "The Knoxville Libertarian" Offered on eBay
KNOXVILLE, Tenn., (ContentDesk) December 1, 2005 -- The owner of "TheKnoxvilleLibertarian.com" news portal domain name, Pete Norris, has placed the domain name at auction on the eBay web site. The eBay auction also includes an additional domain name, "TKLNews.com," which is the abbreviated version of the longer domain name.Norris discontinued the use of The Knoxville Libertarian news portal about one and one half years ago. Both of the domain names offered on eBay point to just a static web page. He says that by using the words "knoxville libertarian" in a search on the Google search engine that the stationary web page comes up at the top of the search results"I started the TKL web site in the waning days of the great income tax battle of 2002. That was when there was a movement by some to force a state income tax upon the citizens of this state.
The original intent was to gain news exposure for the Libertarian Party of Knox County (Tennessee). My interests have shifted since...
News Portal Domain Name For "The Knoxville Libertarian" Offered on eBay
Spa Vacations
Tour operators arrange spa vacations to various health destinations around the world. Normally, spa vacation packages include luxury accommodations along with food and specialized treatments. The guests can choose from different spa treatments available at the particular venue.
A spa vacation package is an ideal luxury gift that can be presented to a person suffering from some physical strain or distress. Some spa vacations may include aqua aerobics, body conditioning, detoxification, exfoliation, yoga, labyrinth walking, or Tai Chi.
Spa vacations can be costly too. The rates of these spa vacations vary with the package the individual or family is opting for.
It is advisable to learn all about the vacation package in advance and make a proper planning before you start. Careful research will help with choosing the right spa package and destination.
You have to bear certain things in mind before planning a spa vacation. There are considerable...
Buying property in Portugal
Portugal has long been a popular choice for people, particularly from the colder climates of Northern Europe, looking to purchase a holiday home or a retirement home. Traditionally they have done so using offshore companies, mainly to avoid estate taxes. Unfortunately Portugal, along with some other countries, has made this route considerably less attractive by the imposition of swingeing tax penalties on offshore companies. The magnitude of these penalties can be seen from the examples below,Real Estate Transfer TaxThis tax is paid by the purchaser, at progressive rates of up to 6% (5% for rural property) on property used exclusively for residential purposes, on the higher of the registered value or the purchase price agreed between the parties. This is usually the purchase price.For offshore companies this rate has been increased to 15%.Municipal Property TaxThis is a tax, at a rate set annually, levied by the local authority and based on the registered value.
The rates are...
Buying property in Portugal
New Mutual Fund Guide Focuses on Novice Investors
San Diego, CA (ContentDesk) February 27, 2006 -- In eight chapters, his Beginner's Guide to Top Low Cost Common Stock Mutual Funds (ISBN: 1-4116 6908-8) explains to first time investors how funds work, their tax aspects, guidelines about when to sell, and why a buy-and-hold strategy beats market timing.
In addition, he details for purchase 13 top low cost funds, including one that over three decades turned $10,000 into
$395,000.
"Making money in the stock market is a no brainer," he says, "if you just let our economy, a tremendous money-making machine, work for you.
And you can make it work for you by having patience and buying and holding for the long term proven quality funds." About the AuthorSteve Haberman practices what he preaches.
For over 30 years, through good and bad times, he's invested in no load funds.
Through his common sense approach, he's profited greatly and been able to travel extensively throughout Europe.
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