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Last-minute ways to cut your 2016 tax billDoing a tax checkup now doesn鈥檛 need to take much time, and it could free up money for your holiday shopping budget.
Five unique Star Wars Christmas giftsWe took a deep dive into Etsy, Threadless,聽Society6聽and a few other online marketplaces to find聽Star Wars-themed gifts for the Jedi who has everything, all made by talented artists, designers and jewelers.
Financial planner answers common personal finance questionsWhen you鈥檙e a financial planner, clients come to you with pressing personal finance questions. The same questions tend to crop up from different clients.聽Here are the most common ones, with answers.
A personal finance guide to jury dutyAny financial advisor with a pulse will tell you to stash away emergency funds. You may not necessarily have 'jury duty' in mind for these so-called rainy days, but you should.聽
Twelve organizations promoting urban agriculture around the worldThe international community is beginning to recognize the integral role of urban agriculture in improving the economy, environment, and health of cities.聽
First LookTesla to fine drivers hogging Supercharger stations: Could it backfire?The aim is to increase customer happiness, but behavior economists have found that low-cost fines can render results that are the opposite of those expected.
What to look for in an Airbnb listing before bookingThe next time you're scanning available vacation spots online, look for these things to ensure a positive experience.
How Rubio's wage subsidies aim to help both workers and employersLast week, Florida Senator Marco Rubio introduced legislation聽aimed at raising after-tax pay for low-wage workers in Puerto Rico, while reducing employer costs. Here's how.
Self-driving Chevy Bolt EVs hit Michigan roadsMichigan just passed the most lenient legislation in the nation regulating self-driving cars, and General Motors is taking advantage.聽
How climate change could affect food pricesIt's hard to predict the specific long-term impact, but unstable weather patterns mean unstable supply and prices, experts say.聽
Repealing the ACA means tax cuts for high-income households, raised taxes for othersRepealing the Affordable Care act would cut taxes significantly for the top one percent of US households, according to a new analysis.聽
Four tips to successful New Year's resolutionsChanging a habit is hard, and resolutions require that. But successful resolutions have a few characteristics in mind.
What will the USDA鈥檚 new rules mean for small farms?The USDA has proposed removing the burden of proof from farmers who wish to sue meat packers for unfair practices. Farmers and trade groups disagree on whether the proposed rule changes could harm or help small farmers.聽
The worst credit card mistakes you can make this holiday seasonA string of poor financial decisions can easily push one to start the new year on the wrong foot. This guide outlines some of the biggest personal finance pitfalls one can fall into, and why it鈥檚 important to avoid them.聽
In ongoing struggle to maintain relevance, McDonald鈥檚 begins deliveryMcDonald's will partner with UberEATS to try out delivery service in three Florida cities. It's part of an ongoing effort to attract customers and increase revenue.
Don鈥檛 get tricked by retailers鈥� sale schemesIf you see a huge price markdown while shopping, you may feel compelled to make a snap purchase. That鈥檚 what retailers want you to do.
First LookWhy is Venezuela taking 100-bolivar notes out of circulation?The decision shines a light on Venezuela's own version of a border drama.
Climate change, labor, and transportation under TrumpThe current picks for cabinet members of the incoming Trump administration are likely to have a substantial influence on policy across the board, with notable change afoot for food, agriculture, and the environment.
First LookDeVry University agrees to $100 million settlement over misleading adsThe for-profit chain agreed to pay $49.4 million to compensate those who were misled by the ads, and $50.6 million in loan and debt forgiveness.
Can Amazon's Alexa and other home assistants save you money? An investigation.Alexa, the voice-activated home assistant, is an Amazon product, making access to deals from the largest online retailer easy. But it offers other ways to save, too.聽
