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Businesses barred from gagging customer reviews under new US lawDissatisfied customers have a legal right to post negative feedback on websites like Yelp or TripAdvisor, according to the Consumer Review Fairness Act of 2016, signed last week by President Obama.
Car buyers paid a record-high $34,077 on average in 2016Average car prices have climbed 12.7 percent since 2011 and show little sign of slowing.- First LookIran's first new Airbus to arrive in weeks under sanctions dealIran expects to get the first of its new Airbus jets in mid-January, under a multibillion-dollar deal after sanctions against the Islamic Republic have been lifted.
- First LookWhy did Ukraine just nationalize its largest bank?Ukraine's government agreed Sunday to move PrivatBank into full state ownership, following concerns about its stability.
- First LookIreland to appeal EU's 13 billion euro Apple tax orderThe Republic of Ireland will appeal the European Union's order to collect 13 billion euros, or about $13.6 billion, in back taxes from Apple.
Norwegian Tesla owners, company settle out of court over performance claimsTesla's Model S is sometimes the single best-selling car in electric-friendly Norway, but that doesn't make the automaker immune to聽the occasional grievances brought up by dissatisfied customers.
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
