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Questions:

1) What finance companies are in the Hiram, Georgia area?What is the funding side of a particular FI in that area?

2) What are the differences in the financing sources from smaller to the larger FI?

3) You mentioned as sources of funding for investment banks: "We are also covering Investment Banks this week, which raise capital through investment banking services such as underwriting a stock or bond issue for which they charge a hefty fee. " What wholesale financing which is the main source of funds for investment banks and beyond?

4) Discuss the different types of mutual funds offered by financial institutions, and the types of investors they attract based on investment risks. What are some inherent risks and opportunities mutual funds face?

5) How different is the tax treatment of the ETFs as compared to the open-end mutual funds?

6) Class, as you research the availability of zero down payment options I also want you to arrive at a conclusion on whether or not these should be offered and if you would utilize them yourselves, if possible.

7) Class, given the incremental cost of the lending on the loan and the total interest paid is this something you would consider for your personal primary home?

8) Class, do you think that REITs and direct ownership are similar enough to be substitutes in a portfolio? Would you suggest starting in a REIT and then graduating to direct ownership or are these not related?

9) CIass, would generally agree that keeping track of changes in economic bases is a good idea. However, do you think that a single Ikea store is enough to prompt action from investors?