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Bad Debt

Bad debt is when a company acknowledges that it is unable to recover the money owed to them by a customer. This occurs when the customer is incapable of repaying the amount borrowed. It is a distressing situation that organizations encounter, as they anticipated receiving the payment. Despite efforts to collect the debt, it becomes clear that the customer is unable to meet their financial obligation. This unfortunate circumstance often necessitates companies to write off the debt as a loss.

Short-term Capital Gain / Loss

This is taxed at the ordinary income tax rate. When an investor sells a qualified investment before holding it for a full 12 months, it results in a Short-term Capital Gain...

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Lead Underwriter

This role involves coordinating with the issuing company to determine the best pricing and timing for the IPO, as well as managing the underwriting process and ensuring compl...

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Joint Account

It is a common practice among couples, business partners, or family members. Joint accounts offer the convenience of pooling resources and simplifying financial transactions....

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Authority Bond

These bonds are considered low-risk investments because they are backed by the issuing authority's ability to generate revenue or tax income. They typically have longer maturi...

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