Creative ways to finance your first home in 2004
Real Estate U outlines strategies for affording a home when conventional funding falls short. Guidance covers down payment assistance programs, seller financing, shared equity, family cosigners, lease with option to buy, and short-term second mortgages. Readers are invited to submit topics for future installments.
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How Privileged Are We In Caring For Foster Youth
A reflection on foster children highlighting their limited experiences such as ocean visits and birthday parties. It recalls a Backpack Drive in Shafter, a former foster youth who first saw the ocean at age 12, and stresses community involvement to support children from broken homes.
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California focus on Native influence in state elections
An overview of tribal campaign spending and legal battles in California. The piece notes Indian casino funding of Lt. Gov Bustamante, a required return of donations after limits, a tribal bid to curb Gaming Commission powers, and a high court case with the Paiute-Shoshone near Bishop that questioned tribal sovereignty. It argues that sovereign status and political clout face doubt as Supreme Court actions loom and legislatures resist special-privilege measures.
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1040 Tax Tips From Bakersfield Firm
The 1040 Tax & Financial Company of Bakersfield outlines free tax tips for individuals and businesses covering 2003 changes. Highlights include higher standard deductions for age 65 or blind, foster parent expense deductions, 2003 IRA contribution deadlines, and limits for traditional and Roth IRAs. Other items include education expense deductions for teachers, child tax credits with advance payments considerations, and health insurance deduction for self employed. Additional tips available by request at 5498 California Avenue Bakersfield or at www.1040financial.com.
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