ESTATE TALK
Opponents of H.R. 8 Speak Out
The Death Tax Elimination Act of 2001 (H.R. 8) has passed the House, sending the vote on to the Senate with President Bush's support and congratulations on their "bipartisan cooperation."  But opponents of the idea had other things to say.

HEALTH HAPPENINGS
Six Lifestyle Factors of Aging
Professor David Demko, PhD of AgeVenture NewsService identifies six lifestyle factors that regulate the effects of aging: genetic inheritance, physical activity, mental stimulation, dietary habits, a meaningful life and preventative healthcare. 

MEDI-MINUTES
Medicare, Medicaid Spent $50 Billion on Alzheimer's in 2000
A new report released by the Alzheimer's Association shows that Alzheimer's Disease cost the Medicare and Medicaid systems $50 billion in 2000, and that amount will likely increase by 54% by the year 2010.

MONEY MATTERS
To Roth or Not to Roth?
Every year, millions of taxpayers face the same dilemma: whether their new IRA should be Roth or traditional.  Many taxpayers like the idea of taking immediate deductions for contributions to a traditional IRA, while others would prefer to make taxable contributions to a Roth and watch the money grow tax-free. 

OF INTEREST
Do Cell Phones Really Interfere with Medical Equipment?
A study by Mayo Clinic researchers found that cellular telephones interfered with the operation of some external devices that monitor the heart and lungs. 

TAX TIDBITS
Rental Properties Constitute Interest in Closely Held Business
The IRS has ruled that certain real estate interests held by a decedent qualify as an interest in a closely held business and that any federal estate taxes attributable to the decedent's interest in the closely held business may be paid by installments.