Although JUPM's acquisitions have been the primary driver for its revenue growth, its debt level has also increased proportionately.

\'Jupitermedia's uphill battle with its online images and online media businesses is apparently taking its toll. Year-over-year revenue growth in images has remained flat and media has seen declining growth rates. If this pattern continues into the coming quarters, it could potentially offset the growth in the images and media businesses and negatively impact the company's growth prospects.

\'However, the Internet continues to transform the way people transmit and receive information for work and play and Jupitermedia's businesses should benefit from this trend. The company does face integration risks and an intensifying competitive landscape. Recently, the company was in talks with Getty Images (NYSE: GYI - News) regarding a potential acquisition of Jupitermedia for $9.60 per share in cash; however, these talks have been terminated.

How To Handle a Cash Crunch

(ARA) - In the world of living paycheck to paycheck, unforeseen expenses create a very stressful situation. Whether the car breaks down, the water heater blows a leak or your dog needs emergency surgery from eating the hallway rug, finding a way to get out of the red gets harder every day. If you don't have an emergency savings account, the alternatives of how to pay for these situations are limited. If you have a credit card and are already making payments, you know how long it takes to pay back credit debt even if you have a low interest rate. A larger balance creates a bigger monthly payment. If you're already struggling to make the minimum payment, the debt will continue to grow with no end in sight.Here are a few options for you to pay for emergencies and to make solid but simple changes in how you manage your finances:* Credit counseling -- Talk with a financial advisor for help in creating a budget.

Review of India-Canada Tax Treaty sought

Toronto, Nov 15 (PTI) The India-Canada Tax Treaty needs to be re-evaluated and modernised so as to boost trade and investment between the two countries, according to an eminent tax expert.
"There is an urgent need to reduce or eliminate withholding taxes on interest on debt; equal and fair treatment for foreign investors similar to domestic companies; and a mandatory binding arbitration provision which will apply in cases where the competent authorities have not resolved certain issues within an agreed period," Prof Vern Krishna, an eminent tax expert, has revealed in his book titled 'Canada India Tax Treaty.' When the treaty was negotiated several decades back, and even renegotiated in 1996, he said there was a minimum trade between the two countries, and India was a developing country.

Bad Credit and Home Refinance

(ARA) - Mortgage rates are at historic lows, and it seems like everyone's jumping on the refinance bandwagon these days. But is it really a good idea for people with bad credit?Well, if your credit was better when you took out the original loan and helped you qualify for a low rate, refinancing when your credit is worse makes little sense. If your credit is better now, but still not great, you should analyze how much you could really save by refinancing now as opposed to waiting until you have time to improve your credit even more. If your credit is at about the same level now as it was originally, trends in the market will have more to do with how much you can or cannot save by refinancing your home.