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		<title>Eduardo Saverin gives up US citizenship</title>
		<link>http://businessuptoday.com/2012/05/11/eduardo-saverin-gives-up-us-citizenship/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 19:01:30 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Eduardo Saverin, the billionaire co- founder of Facebook Inc. (FB),30, is giving up U.S. citizenship, joined to a growing number of people who do so for American&#8217;s high tax reasons. Saverin’s name is on a list of people who chose &#8230; <a href="http://businessuptoday.com/2012/05/11/eduardo-saverin-gives-up-us-citizenship/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Eduardo Saverin, the billionaire co- founder of Facebook Inc. (FB),30, is giving up U.S. citizenship, joined to a growing number of people who do so for American&#8217;s high tax reasons. </p>
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<p>Saverin’s name is on a list of people who chose to renounce citizenship as of April 30, published by the Internal Revenue Service. Saverin renounced his U.S. citizenship “around September” of last year, according to his spokesman, &#8220;“a very smart idea,” from a tax standpoint, said Avi-Yonah. “Once it’s public you can’t fool around with the value.” he added.</p>
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		<title>British Gas Business educating business owners</title>
		<link>http://businessuptoday.com/2012/05/10/british-gas-business-educating-business-owners/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 13:10:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The list of business appliances and tools that run on electricity is endless. From laptops and desktop pcs to photocopiers and the all important coffee machine, not to mention any tools of trade, they are all using electricity. Without electricity &#8230; <a href="http://businessuptoday.com/2012/05/10/british-gas-business-educating-business-owners/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The list of business appliances and tools that run on electricity is endless. From laptops and desktop pcs to photocopiers and the all important coffee machine, not to mention any tools of trade, they are all using electricity.</p>
<p>Without electricity we would be lost, especially in this modern world of the internet and email. Fortunately now electricity isn&#8217;t something we have to worry about as it is freely available, however the price of this invaluable commodity is something for people to be concerned about.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.britishgas.co.uk/business/electricity/">British Gas Business</a> are offering their business customers free energy efficiency advice to help business owners cut the cost of the electricity their business uses. By being energy efficient businesses can dramatically cut the cost of their electricity bills. By simply turning the thermostat down by one degree a saving can be made.</p>
<p>The type of lighting that business premises has installed can also have a huge impact on cost and British Gas Business can explain how things such as lighting types, appliance ratings and avoiding leaving office equipment on standby can all affect the amount having to be paid out for business electricity.</p>
<p>British gas Business can help not only give you awareness of how to reduce your electricity usage but can also help you devise a plan that can help keep cost down long term. </p>
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		<title>Good and Bad Shopping Sites</title>
		<link>http://businessuptoday.com/2012/04/25/good-and-bad-shopping-sites/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:21:28 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Online Marketing]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Now all companies that do not keep their websites enough secure are to be named and shamed to help improve their security and the complete list of good and bad sites will be published regularly by the non-profit Trustworthy Internet &#8230; <a href="http://businessuptoday.com/2012/04/25/good-and-bad-shopping-sites/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Now all companies that do not keep their websites enough secure are to be named and shamed to help improve their security and the complete list of good and bad sites will be published regularly by the non-profit Trustworthy Internet Movement (TIM). The latest statistic shows that actually more than 52% of shopping sites are using a compromised versions of security protocols that may be the couse of credit card fraud. </p>
<p>Online shopping has become mass and regular way to by goods by customers which pay with their credit cards. So, you might be concerned about giving your credit card details over the online shopping sites. </p>
<p>I guess that a publishing of sites you can trust or not is a very good idea.</p>
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		<title>Social Media Marketing</title>
		<link>http://businessuptoday.com/2012/04/24/social-media-marketing/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:50:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I guest that most of interenet user have already a personal Facebook account, right? As so all if them look for ways to extend that presence for their business of course. There are several options there to be successful with. &#8230; <a href="http://businessuptoday.com/2012/04/24/social-media-marketing/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I guest that most of interenet user have already a personal Facebook account, right? As so all if them look for ways to extend that presence for their business of course. There are several options there to be successful with. First of all you have to register a Business Account – which is designed for a very simple presence on Facebook. </p>
<p>There are many limitations on such accounts though, but you can pick up the most optimal for the beginning, like Business Fan Page. A Business Fan Page lets you create a page where customers or fans of your business can register as a “fan” — expanding the presence of your business. You might also want to consider running hyper-local ads on Facebook.</p>
<p><img src="https://sites.google.com/site/sergpepers/Home/twitter.jpg" align="left">Twitter is also very useful sourse to improve your online business. </p>
<p>Just get Twitter simple guide to help you understand what Twitter can do for business. You can also check out Mashable’s Twitter Guide. </p>
<p>It&#8217;s good idea to choose and  reserv a domain name for your blog as well or setup your business blog right at WordPress.com (it’s easier to do, but you don’t have full control over everything that you would on your own site). </p>
<p>LinkedIn is powerful features to use to encourage your customers, clients or vendors to give you a “recommendation” on your profile. </p>
<p>Be smart on your way using all spectrum of Mobile Social Networks and other Local Strategies which help you grow your business online.</p>
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		<title>Davos 2012 &#8211; The Global Business Context</title>
		<link>http://businessuptoday.com/2012/04/07/davos-2012-the-global-business-context/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 07 Apr 2012 10:20:49 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Over 2600 leaders from 100 countries addressed some of the world&#8217;s greatest challenges at the Annual Meeting 2012 in Davos-Klosters. Discover the insights gained on the overall theme of The Great Transformation, Shaping New Models.]]></description>
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<p>Over 2600 leaders from 100 countries addressed some of the world&#8217;s greatest challenges at the Annual Meeting 2012 in Davos-Klosters. Discover the insights gained on the overall theme of The Great Transformation, Shaping New Models.</p>
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		<title>Know more about green card lottery and immigration</title>
		<link>http://businessuptoday.com/2012/03/28/know-more-about-green-card-lottery-and-immigration/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2012 17:58:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are working on immigration laws to gain permanent residence in U.S. you must know about green card lottery. This system of lottery brings you good luck and fortune and it will help you to attain permanent residency in &#8230; <a href="http://businessuptoday.com/2012/03/28/know-more-about-green-card-lottery-and-immigration/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are working on immigration laws to gain permanent residence in U.S. you must know about green card lottery. This system of lottery brings you good luck and fortune and it will help you to attain permanent residency in U.S. There are certain rules and regulations that must be followed to register for lottery program and as you fulfill all the needs, you gain eligibility to participate in the lottery. When you win the lottery, the lottery program will announce your name as winner and offer you a green card. </p>
<p>As you know, a green card gives you complete permission to stay in U.S as a permanent citizen and it takes long times for many resident workers and non-resident workers to attain green card.  Therefore by enrolling your name in lottery program you can check your luck and see the results.</p>
<p>U.S. immigration law has certain formalities and compliance to the law. Meeting the criteria and eligibility is really important in order to receive green card. As you plan to apply for a green card, you can choose to comply with the regular formalities of U.S. immigration law or you can choose the lottery program whichever is convenient for you.</p>
<p>But since lottery program is more convenient as compared to the time bound procedures of U.S. immigration law, you can check your fortune by opting to choose the lottery program.  This is quite affordable and simple registration procedure. Once you register and pay for the lottery, your name is enrolled. At the time of lottery, if your name gets selected,  you will receive your green card from the U.S. government authorizing you as a permanent citizen of U.S.</p>
<p>For those who are young and have good jobs in U.S can always look forward for attaining citizenship.  Complete compliance and abidance to the legal procedures is necessary in order to attain permanent citizenship. Therefore, you can always keep this in view and utilize this opportunity of lottery program and apply. Once you are successful you still have better opportunity to find more prospective job and you can buy a home and get settled in a prospective way. Since lottery is definitely a good method you can opt for this and focus on the results. Since this is a rare opportunity and it might click for you any time. Once you win lottery, you are happier with your family and you get settled.</p>
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		<title>Need cash pronto? Online Payday Loans may or may not be the answer!</title>
		<link>http://businessuptoday.com/2012/03/04/need-cash-pronto-online-payday-loans-may-or-may-not-be-the-answer/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 04 Mar 2012 20:42:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Payday loans are short-term, cash loans where the loan is secured against your next wages. In order to successfully apply for one of these loans, you will need to have a record of your employment showing details of your income. &#8230; <a href="http://businessuptoday.com/2012/03/04/need-cash-pronto-online-payday-loans-may-or-may-not-be-the-answer/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
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	Payday loans are short-term, cash loans where the loan is secured against your next wages.  In order to successfully apply for one of these loans, you will need to have a record of your employment showing details of your income.</p>
<p><img src="http://ww1.prweb.com/prfiles/2011/09/20/8815140/gI_91982_payday_loan_reviews.jpg" align="left" hspace="5"><br />
	Depending whereabouts in the world you are, the rules regarding these loans will differ.  In fact, in the US, the rules can even vary between the states. Laws will sometimes put a limit on the amount of interest a lender can charge on this type of loan, some do not allow payday loans at all, and others will put minimum restrictions on these lenders.</p>
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	It is important to realise, if you are thinking of taking one these loans that the interest is high, and if you are unable to make the repayment on your very next payday, it is unadvisable to take out a payday loan. The rate of default on <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/9/prweb8815140.htm">payday loans on-line</a> is between 10 and 20%.</p>
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	More recently, payday loans have become available through an online application process. If extra documentation is required, they may need to fax this in, but presuming the application is approved, the funds are transferred to the applicant’s bank account by direct deposit. Arrangement is then made for the repayment amount to be automatically withdrawn from this same account on the applicant’s next payday. It can apparently be relatively easy to receive a payday loan via online companies, and many of them will not even need to verify your income.</p>
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	Some of the criticisms of payday loans are that they are specifically targeted at low-income earners; they effectively deplete any assets the borrower may have by charging much higher rates of interest than traditional lenders, such as banks.</p>
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	Payday loan providers have been accused of exploitation of people suffering from financial hardship in order to make profits for themselves.  They may not provide enough information to the borrower, who ends up trapped in a “debt-cycle” whereby they need to renew this payday loan (and charges attached to the loan) every fortnight until they can save enough to pay it off. This kind of system can be extremely disadvantageous for low-income earners.</p>
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	Before taking out a payday loan, there are other options that may be considered such as borrowing from a family member or friend, pawnbrokers, a bank overdraft; a borrower may even be eligible for help from community groups who provide emergency financial assistance.</p>
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		<title>The key to successful trading may be a good broker</title>
		<link>http://businessuptoday.com/2012/02/27/the-key-to-successful-trading-may-be-a-good-broker/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:52:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A good forex broker when trading in the Forex market could make all the difference between success and failure. However, many people do not understand what a broker is or what their role is. Furthermore, many do not know the &#8230; <a href="http://businessuptoday.com/2012/02/27/the-key-to-successful-trading-may-be-a-good-broker/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A good <a href="http://www.tradingforexbrokers.co.uk/">forex broker</a> when trading in the Forex market could make all the difference between success and failure. However, many people do not understand what a broker is or what their role is. Furthermore, many do not know the important factors to take into consideration when choosing a broker. </p>
<p>A broker is a middle man who matches up buyers and sellers for Forex transactions. There are different types of brokers that all specialise in different areas but their primary job is the same – to give both buyers and sellers access to the trading market. It is important that any trader feels comfortable with their chosen broker and has confidence in them. Thus, when choosing a broker it is vtal to find out as much information as possible. </p>
<p>For instance, it would be wise to find out how long the broker has been practicing for and if their company has a good reputation as well as a firm financial condition. It is also wise to find out if it is possible for an investor to lose more money than they have in their account. Always ask about the customer support that is available through each broker considered and find out if there is a 24-hour support desk available – the Forex market is open for trading 24 hours a day and therefore a good broker should be available too. Do not underestimate the value of a good Forex broker. </p>
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		<title>US China relations</title>
		<link>http://businessuptoday.com/2012/02/21/us-china-relations/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:43:56 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Obama’s White House had meeting on Valentine’s day with China’s Vice President, Xi Jinping, provided an opportunity for Obama to raise “a sensitive human rights issue with the Chinese leader-in-waiting.” The brave and forthright Obama didn’t let etiquette or decorum &#8230; <a href="http://businessuptoday.com/2012/02/21/us-china-relations/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> Obama’s White House had meeting on Valentine’s day with China’s Vice President, Xi Jinping, provided an opportunity for Obama to raise “a sensitive human rights issue with the Chinese leader-in-waiting.” The brave and forthright Obama didn’t let etiquette or decorum get in his way. Afterwards, Obama declared that Washington would “continue to emphasize what we believe is the importance of realizing the aspirations and rights of all people.”</p>
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		<title>Turbotax Discount 2012</title>
		<link>http://businessuptoday.com/2012/01/24/turbotax-discount-2012/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:33:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[As a tax payer and an American citizen, we all have to get our documents together for the tax season. Sometimes your taxes can be a simple process. But if you have more complicated factors such as investments, business expenses, &#8230; <a href="http://businessuptoday.com/2012/01/24/turbotax-discount-2012/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As a tax payer and an American citizen, we all have to get our documents together for the tax season. Sometimes your taxes can be a simple process. But if you have more complicated factors such as investments, business expenses, stocks, and real estate, it gets much more complicated. There are an abundance of tax software programs available these days that provide convenience even for first timers. Turbotax is ideal for starters as well as professionals. Turbotax is the highest quality tax software product on the market. Did you know that there is a Turbotax discount available for 2012? Yes indeed. Our friends over at Income Tax Crew have exclusive offers for the 2012 tax season to save some cash! They&#8217;ll provide you with a pretty sweet turbotax premier discount or even a turbotax business discount. In general the savings can be 10% to 20% off. It&#8217;s definitely significant so take advantage of it!</p>
<p><a href="http://incometaxcrew.com/turbotax-software-and-coupon-codes/" rel="nofollow">You can find the deals here</a>.</p>
<p>It is a really great option to use these savings before going through the checkout process. I used it for the deluxe version and it works for sure. Turbotax can get a little bit pricey (especially if you need the Home &#038; Business edition). Thankfully the Income Tax Crew website works directly with Turbotax to get you the best deals of the 2012 tax season. You can rely on them each and every tax season to come through. They also review the different versions of tax software, explain tax terms in simple to understand terms, and write tax tips that can help you anticipate what the tax software will do. They have the most popular tax forms explained such that a normal person can understand what is going on. It&#8217;s a pretty great website. I like their race car theme. It&#8217;s pretty cool!</p>
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