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Don't be (too) afraid of a fixer-upperRenovating an old house can give you a big bang for your buck. But don't tackle any projects that would be better left to a professional.
Hot new trading trend: European stocksTypically, Europe doesn't get a lot of love from Wall Street. But more and more, traders are beginning to go after quality Euro stocks.
Jobless claims rise. Wait, that's good news?Jobless claims were projected to drop last week, but they rose unexpectedly instead. But despite the scary numbers, the jobless claims data may include signs that the economy is making forward progress.
CBO releases new budget outlook. What does it tell us?The basic message of the Congressional Budget Office's new budget outlook isn't really new, but it highlights the gap between the deficit and the laws we are making to pay for it.
Home sales rise as housing market rebounds. Slowly.Home sales rose in July, continuing a slow rebound for the housing market. Home sales have been a rare bright spot in the economy this year.
Economic data goofs make the case for metadataAnyone can look at a set of data and misinterpret it. That's why it should be fleshed out with pertinent information.
Washington goes green? Three senators who drive plug-in cars.Plug-in cars are now DC approved 鈥� President Obama recently signed a bill allowing the installation of electric car-charging stations in US Capitol parking garages. Will this prompt more lawmakers to go electric?
Stock market erases losses on Fed signalsAfter spending most of the day in negative territory, the S&P 500 rebounds to eke out a gain after the release of the minutes of the latest Federal Reserve meeting.聽
Prospect of new wave of austerity looms over BritainNew data show Britain's tax receipts down and government borrowing up in July, prompting criticism that Cameron's Conservative government is doing 'too little, too slowly' to engineer an economic recovery.
Droughts send food prices soaring. 20 ways to save.Drought conditions across the country are already affecting meat and dairy prices this year 鈥� with a price hike on corn to come. In the face of soaring food prices, here are 20 ways you can cut costs.- How's business in India? Watch BangaloreBangalore, known as a magnet for India's technology jobs, is facing competition for investment from other cities, but business conditions are tough across India.
How a short-term mortgage can save you long-term cashWhen it comes to mortgages, the wide range of available options can be overwhelming. Here are a few basic tips to narrow down your search.
Most stolen car of 2012? The 'winner' is...The most stolen car of 2012聽 isn't fancy, expensive, or even new. For the fourth year in a row, the 'winner' is the 1994 Honda Accord. Here's why the popular family car topped thieves' lists.
Should Michael Dell resign? Dell continues PC sales slump.Dell CEO Michael Dell is struggling to defend the market share of聽 what was once the world's top PC maker against Asian rivals like Acer and Lenovo, not to mention Apple. Michael Dell intends to slash nearly $2 billion in costs over the next few years.
Nine great cars for back to schoolWhile students don鈥檛 necessarily have a car on their back-to-school shopping list, when they do, it鈥檚 safe to say that they鈥檙e 鈥渂udget constrained鈥� 鈥� and that their parents will want safety and dependability. So that gem with the loud exhaust and fast-and-furious spoiler strapped to the trunk is probably a no-go. Instead, think affordable style. Here are nine great used cars that just might occupy the crossroads where young drivers, their parents, and their budget can meet:
Ryan budget is reforming entitlement? No. Destroying it.Entitlement reform? Forget it. In an era of rampant economic insecurity, Ryan鈥檚 destruction of Medicaid, food stamps, social security, and other safety nets would cause American families even greater hardship.
BP recalls gas in Indiana. You can recall gas?BP alerts northwest Indiana drivers that their gas may cause hard starts or stalls. Drivers who have experienced such symptoms can call BP for a refund.
House hunting: Know the budget before you startBuying a house can be a minefield of high hopes and dashed expectations. Figuring out exactly how much you can spend before you start will make it a lot easier.
Long cherished, the shorter workweek loses ground in EuropeSince the economic crisis hit in Europe, aggregate hours for full-time workers have increased across the European Union, according to a new report.
Will getting married help or hurt your tax rate?The Tax Policy Center's new marriage bonus and penalty calculator can tell you whether you will pay more or less income tax as a married couple.
