71.   But a large company might not mind a high start-up fee if the subsequent investment fees were relatively low, giving workers more money when they retire.

72.   But advertising fees are typically flat rates, not variable payments based on trading volume.

73.   Business-license fees are not the only levies that apply to home businesses.

74.   But an entrance fee is not required.

75.   Bush and the lawmakers contend the fees are excessive and should be reviewed by the Legislature.

76.   But Carlson says even the highest fees are still considerably less than what a small investor would pay in brokerage commissions.

77.   But critics have noted the annual fee is more than twice the national average, which they say is too high.

78.   But fees are the difference, and a big one.

79.   But most say the Web portal does not have enough buyers to be worthwhile, even though the auction fees there are cheaper.

80.   But one executive said the fees were comparable to the hourly rates charged by the lawyers in their practices.