Explain Why $1 Today Is Not Equal to $1 in the Future

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Essay

Explain why $1 today is not equal to $1 in the future. Why is understanding this concept particularly important for tax planning? What tax strategy exploits this concept?

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Limitation of Remedies Clause

A contract provision that restricts the types of remedies available to the parties in case of breach, often to mitigate liability.

Unconscionable

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