Hello BP,The Producer Price Index (PPI) is a valuable metric to monitor, as it measures inflation from a business perspective (what businesses pay for services/goods) that isn't always reflected in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) or "inflation" which is commonly discussed in headlines and among other investors.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on whether this service is something you currently use or would consider.

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Snow plowing is an emergency service , we are on call 24/7 for the entire winter , the prices you pay cover the salt that we stock , the prep for each storm , the desalting of the trucks , the overtime .

This is the equivalent of a car salesman pitching the "monthly payment" of a car instead of the actual price of the car.

You may want to make an introduction between your CPA to those 2 colleagues.The CPA can go over their services and pricing to your colleagues.I partner with many people on real estate deals - It never gets to a discussion on whether they do their own tax return or hire a professional.If a partner mentions he will provide capital - does he provide the capital on a timely manner.If a partner mentions he will find deals - does he find many deals and provide an analysisIf a partner mentions he will manage a property - does he manage the property well(find tenants, collect rent, communicate with contractors, etc)

The second company had a PM contract and due to other reasons we did not continue their services after a couple of months so tax stuff did not arise.

I’m a home inspector and Field Services Director at Pro-Spect Jax in Florida, where I help homebuyers make informed decisions about their investments.

Usually at least some kind of customer service experience is necessary. 

Our lease contains a clause stating the security deposit cannot be used for the last month's rent. 3.