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There is an abundance of great sites on the World Wide Web but trying to actually find those great sites can be a frustrating experience. We have compiled a list of Websites that we have found to be helpful resources of information. When you click on a link, a new window will pop up. Close the window when you are ready to return to this page.
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Accounting
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Financial OutSource Services
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Many business owners want and need realtime, in-house accounting assistance, but they face a number of challenges.
As a provider of outsourced bookkeeping and accounting services, Financial OutSource Services (FOS), is dedicated to offering clients the cutting-edge technology that enables them to operate more effectively and efficiently. FOS provides clients with a unique method of transferring, recording and reporting their accounting data anywhere, anytime over the Internet which includes electronic source document images attached to their transactions. FOS clients have the choice of total control over their bookkeeping, or entrusting the daily handling and data entry to FOS professionals, or a comfortable platform in between both.
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Financial
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Money Magazine
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Money Magazine offers an online edition that is a great resource for financial information.
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CPI Statistics for Los Angeles
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Many contractural agreements (e.g., lease rates, trust distributions, etc.) are tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Get up to the date statistical inflation information at this website.
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OANDA Foreign Currency Exchange Calculator
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This is the place to go if you want to convert foreign currency to US Dollars (or any other world currency). You can even specify which date you want the conversion for!
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CNET - (Stock Research Database)
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On CNET's website, you have information at your fingertips to research public companies dividend payment history, stock splits, mergers, etc.
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Governmental
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The Internal Revenue Service
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Home of the IRS on the Web. At this site, you can download federal income tax forms and research tax questions from the IRS' Publications.
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Los Angeles County Tax Assessor
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This is the home of the Los Angeles County Tax Assessors Office, who governs how much real property taxes we pay. Get up to the date information on current property tax rules, tax forms, assessment exemptions and more!
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Board of Equalization (California Sales/Use Tax)
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The State Board of Equalization (SBE) is the taxing agency who regulates the enforcement and collection of sales and use taxes. On this site, you can find answers to basic sales tax questions and download various sales tax forms.
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Employment Development Department (California Payroll Tax)
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The Employment Development Department (EDD) is the agency responsible for the enforcement and collection of California employment related taxes. On this site, you can find answers to basic state payroll tax questions and download various payroll tax forms.
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Franchise Tax Board
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The Franchise Tax Board (FTB) is the agency responsible for the enforcement and collection of California income and/or franchise taxes. On this site, you can find answers to basic state income tax questions and download various income tax forms.
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California Secretary of State
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This is the home page of the Secretary of State's office for the state of California. Any time you form or dissolve a corporation, limited liability company (LLC), limited partnership (LP), or limited liability partnership (LLP), there are certain forms and related procedures which must be filed/followed to insure compliance with the state of California.
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Social Security Administration
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This is the home page of the Social Security Administration. Here you will find a newsletter, publications, and benefit calculating software to assist you in your retirement-planning needs.
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Los Angeles City Clerk's Office
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If your business is located in the city of Los Angeles, or if you are contemplating moving to Los Angeles, the City Clerk's Office should be one of your first stops. It is here that you must apply for a business license.
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Miscellaneous
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Kelley Blue Book
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For years, Kelley Blue Book has been the standard in appraising used motor vehicles. On this website, you can get an accurate valuation of your vehicle to find out what a car dealer should allow you in trade-in, or what you should ask if you decide to sell your car yourself.
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Professional Contacts
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Frasco Profiles
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FrascoŽ Profiles is a nationwide full-service pre-employment background firm specializing in customized background programs. FrascoŽ Profiles is the only screening firm endorsed by the Employers Group and offers everything from basic criminal checks to comprehensive executive screenings, overseas verifications, and caring and personalized service.
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Caster Eye Center
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Caster Eye Center - LASIK Laser Vision Correction LASIK can eliminate your need for glasses or contacts, but it is essential to go to the right doctor. Dr. Caster was selected "Best Laser Eye Surgeon in L.A." by Los Angeles Magazine, and as one of the top LASIK surgeons in the United States by W Magazine. His many patients include Rick Fox and Kurt Rambis of the Los Angeles Lakers, as well as our own Jim Rivin.
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News
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MSNBC - Microsoft & NBC
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MSNBC is the place for up to the minute news. Many of the news articles have audio and video clips.
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Tax
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Roth IRA Information
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This is the place to look for all your Roth IRA questions. Dozens of articles on the in's and out's of Roth IRAs, conversion calculators and more!
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