Doug talks with Jim about how to use Section 1031 of the U.S. tax code to our advantage. Doug will identify one of the most unique provisions in the tax code in that it actually helps you avoid tax. <br></["br"]>

John Fox joins Jim Blasingame to discuss how to solve two equally difficult but very diverse problems: 1) How to solve the minimum wage issue so that it helps those who need an increase in income without hurting small businesses; and 2) How to develop a "Marshall Plan" for Lebanon and Palestine.

Rick talks with Jim about the different kinds of life insurance and the different ways like insurance can be used as financial tools.

Jordan talks with Jim about some of the most current financial resources that consumers and small business owners can benefit from, including a new kind of mortgage and an exciting way to cut your healthcare costs.

Larry talks with Jim about how venture capitalists work and whether you should try to use this method of capitalizing your business.

Just back from the World Taxpayers Conference in Europe, John talks with Jim about what he saw there. They go on to talk about some of the current tax issues being debated in Congress.

Eva helps Jim explain what a self-directed IRA is and how you can take the capability of an IRA and use that money to fund the growth of your small business.

Barbara has just returned from a trip abroad and a trip to the eBay World conference. She begins her visit with Jim talking about what she found on both of her trips and they wrap up with news about tax legislation and some reminders about important tax filing dates.

John talks with Jim about "fee only" financial planners and how to use one. He also talks about some of the tax issues involved in running and exiting a small business.

Jerry and Jim talk about the evolution of Health Savings Accounts and why HSAs may be the best thing to help small businesses provide affordable healthcare for their employees.