Financial Terms Dictionary – Page 228 – itho's internet resources

What Is Capitalism? History, Pros & Cons, vs. Socialism

By Itho November 19, 2003

[ad_1] What Is Capitalism? Capitalism is an economic system in which private individuals or businesses own capital goods. At the same time, business owners employ workers who receive only wages; labor…

Electronic Data Gathering Analysis and Retrieval: Overview, FAQ

By Itho November 19, 2003

[ad_1] What Is Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis and Retrieval (EDGAR)? EDGAR—Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis, and Retrieval—is the electronic filing system created by the Securities and Exchange Commission to increase the efficiency…

Understanding Types, Examples, and Impact on Property

By Itho November 19, 2003

[ad_1] What Is an Encumbrance? An encumbrance is a third-party claim that can limit a property owner's rights, impacting transferability and usage. Particularly common in real estate, encumbrances include both…

What Is 3C1 and How Is the Exemption Applied?

By Itho November 19, 2003

[ad_1] 3C1 refers to a portion of the Investment Company Act of 1940 that allows private investment companies to be considered exceptions to certain regulations and reporting requirements stipulated by…

403(b) Plan: What It Is, How It Works, 2 Main Types

By Itho November 19, 2003

[ad_1] What Is a 403(b) Plan? The term 403(b) plan refers to a retirement account designed for certain employees of public schools and other tax-exempt organizations. Participants may include teachers,…

Agency Theory: Definition, Examples of Relationships, and Disputes

By Itho November 19, 2003

[ad_1] What Is Agency Theory? Agency theory is a principle that is used to explain and resolve issues in the relationship between business principals and their agents. Most commonly, that…