Because the payments in a profits-interest plan represent a legitimate compensation expense, owners can charge payouts against earnings to reduce their business tax.

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For instance, all mutual funds charge for their expenses, which can include compensation for sellers.

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He said the company's terms and conditions said customers could claim back some of their line rental charge if coverage was down for three days or more, but compensation claims would be dealt with on an individual basis.

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Stockbrokers and insurance agents generally work on commission, while Registered Investment Advisors tend to charge either an hourly fee or a percentage of assets under management as compensation.

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The two clubs are yet to agree a compensation package over Lambert, who will watch Norwich's game at Brentford on Tuesday before taking full charge against another of his former clubs, Wycombe, on Saturday.

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