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- Did you know that some home-insurance expenses may be tax deductible?Homeowners insurance premiums usually cannot be deducted from a tax return.聽But there are cases where they can.
- First LookMexico threatens to end NAFTA talks if US proposes tariffsIn an interview with Bloomberg,聽Mexico's economy minister warned that his country will聽break off NAFTA negotiations if the United States proposes tariffs on goods imported from聽Mexico.聽
- In market value, Tesla now rivals the 'Big Three' US automakersThe wisdom of the market appears to believe that Tesla is now a competitor to General Motors and Ford, and well ahead of Fiat Chrysler.
- How owning or selling a home affects your taxesOwning a home is exciting, challenging and the biggest investment of many people鈥檚 lives. It鈥檚 also a good way to reduce your tax bill.
- Top 5 free sources for checking on the health of your creditShady sites have been known to employ bait-and-switch tactics that give you a legitimate credit score ... and a monthly fee if you don't jump through subscription cancellation hoops. Here are five of the best sites to check your credit score and to download your credit report.
- Could liquid hydrogen power airplanes instead of fossil fuel?The aviation industry accounts for around 2 percent of global carbon emissions, and that could could triple by the middle of the century. One study proposes replacing jet fuel with liquid hydrogen, a much lighter fuel.
- First LookComing to a Wendy's near you: Self-ordering kiosks?The fast-food franchise says that it plans to install self-ordering kiosks at about 1,000 locations by the end of the year.
- New couple? Here are the money questions to address.
- Here's why you should use your tax refund to pay off credit card debtIf you鈥檝e ever committed to pay off your credit card debt 'when you have more money,' now鈥檚 your chance. The Internal Revenue Service says that 70 percent of taxpayers will get refunds this year.聽
- The ethical shopper's guide to boycottsBoycotts can be an effective way for consumers to express their unhappiness with businesses or even entire countries. Here's what can make them successful.
- GM, Lyft to road test thousands of self-driving Bolt EVs next yearGM subsidiary Cruise Automation is already testing prototype autonomous Bolt EV electric cars on public roads.聽Their numbers are about to grow.
- What's at the root of Tesla's labor troubles?One labor-management expert sees a mismatch between the company's workplace grievances and Elon Musk's proposed solutions
- 11 tips to get the lowest mortgage refinance rateThe best way to earn the lowest rate on a mortgage refinance is to knock out the dents in your credit score and polish it up.
- 3 ways to save for your child鈥檚 futureA number of tax-advantaged vehicle are available to help you put aside for your child鈥檚 education and other requirements down the road.
- Will Tesla's new Model 3 be most 'Made in America' car?Every year, the Kogod School of Business at American University publishes a ranking of the most 'American-made' cars, with the top spots occupied by a mix of domestic and foreign models.聽So where might the Tesla Model 3 rank when production begins later this year?
- What you need to know about taxes on gains from your short-term and long-term investmentsWhen you turn a profit on the sale of assets, such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds or real estate, it鈥檚 called a capital gain. And that's generally considered taxable income.
- Why expanding the Earned Income Tax Credit is popular on both sidesExpanding family tax credits could make a real difference in people鈥檚 lives and help return some of the income that鈥檚 been sacrificed to changing economies and technology.
- First LookJ.C. Penney to close 140 stores 鈥 but still optimistic about brick and mortarAfter sluggish holiday-season sales, J.C. Penney on Friday announced a plan to close up to 140 stores. It's the latest department store chain that faces pressure from online retailers and shifting consumer shopping habits.
- First Look The new Apple campus will have a 1,000-seat theater in honor of Steve JobsBut the process of building the new headquarters shows that the company retains the exacting standards that characterized its founder.
- The IRS can break rules, too, so know your rightsHere鈥檚 what three tax attorneys say you should know.