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Apple discounts are more frequent, bigger than ever beforeApple is notorious for its lack of sales, and shoppers used to opt for older generations of products for a discount.聽But Apple resellers are now not only discounting brand-new models, they're doing it with abandon.聽
Michigan: Minimum wage increase a top priority for ObamaMichigan minimum wage efforts were praised by the president in a speech there Wednesday. Alongside Michigan Senate hopeful Gary Peters, Obama聽said raising the聽minimum聽wage聽would raise millions of people out of poverty.聽
Retirement planning? Don't forget your pets.Retirement planning and pet expenses are topics that are rarely discussed together, but that needs to change. 'Pet parenting' can take a big bite out of an overall retirement budget.聽
'Flash Boys' reignites debate: Is high-frequency trading a digital age menace?'Flash Boys: A Wall Street Revolt' focuses on a particular technique in high-frequency trading, in which automated algorithmic traders use their superior speed to their advantage.
With Fire TV, Amazon moves into the living roomAmazon's newest gadget ties its online video streaming service to a customer's television set. If Amazon video succeeds in the living room, can Amazon's retail business be far behind?
Will cameras replace rearview mirrors on cars?Passenger car manufacturers are hoping that a rule requiring rear-facing cameras on vehicles will eliminate the need for rearview mirrors.
Working women make more than their mothers, but less than fathersWomen in the workforce make more money than their mothers did, on average, but they still make less than their fathers did at similar stages in their careers, according to a new study. The father-daughter wage gap was biggest among the wealthiest workers.聽
Mistakes to avoid during tax seasonCompleting your taxes on time and correctly might be time-consuming, but leaving out information or making errors can cause problems. NerdWallet offers some tips to keep in mind as you prepare your tax return.
Talking money with Oakland Athletics' SogardNerdWallet talks with Oakland A's star Eric Sogard about how his family manages their budget, sticking with his long-term financial goals and the importance of financial planning.
Winter gear discounts: Champion hoodie for $9, $80 off Adidas jacketIt may be April, but don't let the calendar discourage you from checking out these discounts on cold weather gear from Champion, Columbia and Adidas in this roundup from Dealnews.com.
Gloria Vanderbilt fortune not going to son Anderson CooperGloria Vanderbilt is worth a reported $200 million, but her son, CNN anchor Anderson Cooper, won't be inheriting her fortune. In addition to being an heiress, Gloria Vanderbilt is a well-known artist and designer.
Tax reform argument should be about values, not economicsUntil now, backers of reform have focused primarily on economic arguments: A reformed tax code would increase growth or create more jobs. But they may do better on tying tax reform to moral issues, such as fairness.聽- California Powerball winner: Why he's keeping a low profileCalifornia Powerball winner B. Raymond Buxton waited more than a month to claim the $425 million prize. But the California Powerball winner continues to keep a low profile. Why that might be a smart move.
Chrysler recall involves nearly 870K Dodge, Jeep SUVs with brake defectChrysler recall of Dodge and Jeep SUVs involves a brake booster with crimped joints that can become corroded when exposed to water. So far, one accident but no injuries are connected to the Chrysler recall.聽
How does a graphic designer manage money?NerdWallet鈥檚 How Do You Money? series asks people from various walks of life to share their attitudes and approach to personal finance, with the goal of bringing transparency to discussions surrounding money. In this installment we spoke with Austin Saylor, a 29-year-old graphic designer in Boone, N.C. This is how he does money.
Auto sales rise in March; Chrysler, Ford, and GM report gainsAuto sales improved in March as warmer temperatures coaxed customers back to the sales lots. Among US automakers, Chrysler and Ford made strong gains, and though a computer glitch delayed its report, General Motors reported sales increases as well.
Could taxes be the key to curbing climate change?A national price on carbon currently has little traction in Washington, but the Environmental Protection Agency power plant rule could open the door for a straightforward state-based tax. EPA just needs to set a minimum tax trajectory that any state could adopt.
Electric heater recall affects nearly 4,000 Dyson heatersElectric heater recall:聽Dyson is aware of 82 incidents worldwide of the聽recalled聽heaters聽short-circuiting and overheating, including four reports of聽heaters聽with burned or melted internal parts.
GM safety scandal worsens, but US autos are saferGeneral Motors executives testify before Congress Tuesday over the automaker's handling of an ignition defect that eventually led to a widespread recall and at least 13 fatalities. The General Motors scandal may suggest otherwise, but cars in the US are much safer than they were even a decade ago.聽- Are you a savvy car buyer? Test your knowledge with our car buyer quiz!
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