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Winter prep: 13 tools you should always keep in the carThe windy, slushy winter days are here, and it's crucial to prepare in advance for any car trouble. Keep these tools handy, and you'll be ready for any crisis that could strike during winter on the road.聽
Uber promises drivers won't be affected by price cuts in 48 citiesUber is implementing price cuts for customers in 48 US cities starting today. Uber drivers have protested previous price cuts, but the rideshare company says it will guarantee that this time, drivers' earnings won't suffer.聽
As adoption fees mount, a loan could fill the gapAdopting a child can be an amazing experience, but costs for the process can exceed $40,000. A loan can help with adoption costs, but you need to answer a few questions before committing to borrowing money.聽
GM CEO Barra looks ahead after 'troubling' yearGeneral Motors CEO Mary Barra says the automaker is 'moving forward' 聽after a year full of scandal and embarrassing missteps. Despite an ignition switch defect linked to a recall of 2.6 million cars and linked to several deaths, GM sales climbed 5.6 percent in 2014.聽
US economy adds 252,000 jobs in December, but wage dip disappointsThe US economy added 252,000 jobs in December, ticking the unemployment rate down to 5.6 percent 鈥� the lowest since 2008. But it wasn't all good news for US workers, as wage growth and labor force participation took a step back. Is 2015 the year the job market finally gets to full strength?聽
LGBT seniors face special challenges in retirementLGBT couples can face high levels of financial insecurity in their retirement years. Many in the LGBT community do not trust traditional financial institutions, and retirement income streams like social security benefits, state pensions, and more do not always recognize same-sex partners.
Honda gets record $70 million penalty for unreported injuries, deathsHonda has agreed to pay $70 million in penalties 鈥� a record 鈥� for failing to report thousands of customer complaints of injury and death since 2003. As part of the agreement, Honda will also face stricter oversights by government regulators.聽
Mercedes-Benz confirms: It's moving US headquarters to AtlantaThe rumors about the Mercedes-Benz move have been swirling for some time, and now they've been proven true. Mercedes-Benz's Atlanta relocation is expected to affect 1,000 employees, but it makes sense for many reasons.聽
In-flight Wi-Fi gathers speedIn-flight WiFi is becoming more and more common on US air carriers, making it easy to binge-watch Netflix and answer work emails on your phone, laptop or tablet at 30,000 feet.
Mortgage rates fall to 3.94 percent as applications swoonThe average rate for a 30 year fixed rate mortgage decreased 4 basis points to 3.94 percent since last week while the purchase application volume聽declined 5 percent and the refinance application volume declined 12 percent over the same period.聽
Seven money mistakes to avoid in your 20sIn your 20s, managing yourself financially for the long-term is crucial. Here are seven money mistakes to avoid in your 20s, to ensure your future financial success.聽
Health insurance prices slow, but workers still feel the pinchHealth insurance premium prices have slowed in most of the US, but that hasn't translated to relief for the people covered by those plans, according to a new study. Health insurance prices still grew faster than incomes in nearly every state.聽
Ford at CES: Self-driving car plans are not about 'marketing claims'Ford confirmed plans to build self-driving cars in the near future in an announcement at the 2015 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.聽Ford also announced the Smart Mobility Plan, a聽strategy for the automaker's deployment of developing technologies in connectivity, vehicle autonomy, and data collection.
Jobless claims fall by 4,000 as firms keep holiday workersJobless claims filed by US workers slipped by 4,000 to a seasonally adjusted 294,000 for the week ended Jan. 3, the Labor Department said on Thursday. Week-by-week jobless claims numbers have been volatile, but the trend has been consistent with a strengthening job market.聽
New Congress, new tax rules, old obstacles聽On the first day of the new Congress, new and old tax laws are being calculated, implemented, and executed. Tax prep firms are ready and waiting to help tax filers while repealing the medical tax device remains on the agenda.聽
Who did Nike honor this year for Black History Month?Nike celebrates Black History Month with a new line of sneakers, athletic apparel, and hats inspired by six great black athletes and coaches.
Outlook for tax reform surprisingly upbeat in 2015The 4,029-page tax code is so complex both parties want to revise it. On business tax reform, they share surprising common ground, raising the potential for partial tax reform to be enacted this year. 聽聽
Three big tax and retirement savings changes for 2015Three big financial changes took effect at the start of 2015, and you should be aware of them if you're seeking to give your finances a new beginning. Read on for important new rules on retirement contributions, tax brackets, and more.聽
Oil price plunge means layoffs for US steel workersUnited States Steel Corp said it would temporarily idle its pipe manufacturing plant in Lorain, Ohio聽and lay off 614 workers, largely due to weak demand from the oil industry.聽A number of North American oil and gas companies have cut capital spending plans following a sharp fall in oil prices.聽
ADP: US firms boosted hiring to 241K jobs in DecemberADP聽says that US companies ramped up hiring in December, adding 241,000 jobs 鈥� up from 227,000 in November.聽The ADP report suggests Friday's government report on December job gains will also be healthy.
