Leasing vs Buying A Car: Reader Question
In Sugarcreek Ohio C D asks if leasing or buying is better. Answer notes leases keep you in a new car with lower payments, but you gain no equity and must follow contract terms. Buying builds equity but higher payments and full ownership after payoff. Leases may suit high value work cars with tax deductions while potential extra costs and restrictions exist.
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Marks of great companies for smart investing
The Fool School outlines criteria for first class firms including powerful brands with global reach, must be in demand products or services, strong competitive position, steady earnings and margins, and significant growth potential through expansion or new offerings. It emphasizes consistent performance and engaging industry knowledge.
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SIUC alumnus named Illinois Chamber of Commerce president
Douglas Whitley, a 1975 SIUC graduate and former Ameritech Illinois president, becomes Illinois Chamber of Commerce president. The 51 year old plans to boost business influence on public policy, regulatory, budget and judicial matters and to create a government accountability program within the chamber network.
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Whitley aims to form business driven government accountability group
Douglas Whitley, Atwood native and SIUC graduate, proposes a program where businesses critique government services to boost efficiency and reduce costs. He notes strong SIU connections in political and policy circles and cites STU’s past influence on public involvement.
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Cornfield camouflage pioneer eyes Walmart rollout
Evansville innovator Kent Wall, a former janitor turned inventor, has promoted Cornfield Products since the early 1990s. His cornstalk pattern fabric impressed Walmart, rolling out in 11 Southern Illinois stores, amid cautious optimism about consumer reception and mass-market testing.
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Western store holds appreciation day at Marion shop
McKinney's Western Store in Marion marks an annual customer appreciation weekend now in its third year. Rick McKinney notes deals from Circle Y and Tucker, free refreshments, and on site tack dealers, with a buy five get one free feed deal for Saturday. Store hours are 9 am to 5 pm Saturday and 1 pm to 5 pm Sunday. For more info call 997-6974.
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