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America's fading faith in 海角大神ity and capitalismWithout moral guardrails, capitalism exacerbates the rich-poor divide, says author Gary Moore. The decline in organized religion is fostering faltering trust in capitalism, which will continue until Americans look beyond their financial interests and consider their social responsibilities.
Special burgers of the monthBurger joints may have taken the Christmas spirit too far. Several burger specials of the month feature Rudolph, only in burger form.
Four ways to finish 2015 financially strongThe new year might be close, but there is still time to finish 2015 strong. Learn more from these four financial tips.
Walmart launches mobile payment system. Will more retailers follow?Walmart Pay, which allows customers to pay with their smartphones, will be rolled out nationwide in 2016. The app raises questions over the fate of another mobile payment venture attached to Walmart and other retailers that was meant to compete with Apple Pay.
Reform the Child Tax Credit for low-income workersThe rules in place today for the Child Tax Credit offer the best benefits for low-income families compared to alternative plans. Maintaining the current rules may be the best option.
What's the best car to buy in 2016? 17 that just missed the cut.Hundreds of new cars, trucks, minivans, and SUVs are released each year, and a select few new models for 2016 are a cut above the rest. Here are the models that are good, if not great, buys for the coming year.聽
Nine key questions about your company 401(k)A 401(k) can be a dizzying topic for new investors. Make sure you ask yourself, and possibly your employer, these key nine questions about the company 401(k).
Houston company gives every employee a six-figure bonusHilcorp is awarding all of its employees, from the CEO to the receptionist,聽a $100,000 bonus聽check聽this season capping off a聽successful year.
Ten hidden new car costsThe cost of a new car may not be as transparent as it seems. There are many small and large fees that dealers won't disclose upfront.聽
Know your risk toleranceRisk is inherent in investing, but knowing your risk tolerance is important. If a steep dive would force you to pull your stocks out early, it might be time to consider less risk.
Airbnb tops 'Best Places to Work' list. Which other favorites made it?While the 'Best Places to Work' list for 2016 from Glassdoor is still dominated by tech companies and financial giants, a few employee favorite remain, despite their underrepresented industries.聽
Three rules of thumb for buying a homeA home is a major purchase. Use these three rules of thumb to ensure you're buying the right one.
Hyundai Tucson Fuel Cells join Paris taxi fleet during UN climate talksFive Hyundai Tucson Fuel聽Cell crossovers were delivered to Parisian taxi service STEP (Soci茅t茅 du Taxi Electrique Parisien) this week.聽The Tucson聽is likely the first hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle to enter taxi service on a significant scale.
Opinion: 158 families are buying American democracyHalf of all money donated to presidential candidates so far has come from 158 wealthy families. The concentration of political donations suggests those with the means to donate large amounts of money are being disproportionately represented over the average American.
What a Fed interest rate hike could mean for youAfter nearly a decade, the Federal Reserve is likely to raise interest rates by next week. Here聽are聽a few parts of your financial life, from home values to stock portfolios, that might be affected by a rate increase.聽
Volkswagen: Did automaker and Exxon pressure EU to ease regulations?The latest EU emissions testing allow carmakers more leeway to exceed the legal limits for nitrogen oxides than they had requested.聽Now, it appears Volkswagen may have had a hand in pressuring regulators to be lenient.
Five habits that kill your buying powerMake sure to do your homework before making any purchases. Lack of comparison research is one of five habits that kills your buying power.
Bush's tax plan would add $6.8 trillion to the national debtThe tax plan proposed by Jeb Bush would add trillions to the national debt due to tax cuts. The wealthiest families would see incomes increase by over 10 percent, while middle income families would see less than a three percent increase.聽
Five important things to know about the 401(k) and IRA in 2016401(k)s and IRAs are some of the best vehicles for your retirement savings. Stay up-to-date on the new 2016 changes.
Two ways to get investment income in a low-return environmentInvestment income can be scarce in low-return environments. Read more to learn about two ways to maximize investment income, despite the environment.
