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Federal health mandate birth control coverage up for appeal
Hobby Lobby Stores Inc. asked a federal appeals court for an exemption from part of the federal health care law.
When women out-earn men
A recent study finds that women who earn more than their potential spouse are more likely to have negative economic or family outcomes. But attitudes may be changing among young people toward... Read more »
Stocks barely budge; market ends week with loss
Major stock indexes closed out their first weekly loss in a month in quiet trading Friday. Read more »
Birth control coverage up for federal appeal
In the most prominent challenge of its kind, Hobby Lobby Stores Inc. asked a federal appeals court Thursday for an exemption from part of the federal health care law that requires it to offer... Read more »
Applications for US unemployment aid fall to 340K
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell 23,000 last week to a seasonally adjusted 340,000, a level consistent with solid job growth. Read more »
The Mortgage Professor: Escrow can raise costs, but add simplicity
Jones pay more for his mortgage than Smith? One possible reason is that they borrowed at different times, when market conditions were different. Right now, the market is very favorable, but... Read more »
US rate on 30-year mortgages rises to 3.59 pct.
Average rates on fixed mortgage rose for the third straight week, hitting their highest levels since mid-March. Still, mortgage rates remained close to historic lows, a trend that should help... Read more »
McCostly: Where to get the cheapest Quarter Pounder
The Quarter Pounder Index ranks cities' cost of living using McDonald's popular burger. Read more »
US unemployment aid applications fall to 340K
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell by 23,000 last week, further evidence that the job market is slowly returning to health. Read more »
Dave Ramsey says: In unique circumstances, paying off mortgage loans can come before investing in retirement
Dave Ramsey gives advice about paying off mortgages and making career choices based on relationships. Read more »
Americans spent $61.4 billion on pets in 2011
According to a report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Americans spent roughly $61.4 billion on their pets in 2011. Dividing the findings by household, the spending comes out to $500 per household. Read more »
'Mantiques' could be a ticket to more cash
With warmer weather comes de-junking, de-cluttering, and spring-cleaning. Monica Zoltanski, owner of the Capital City Antique Mall said now is the time to cash in on your “mantiques.” Read more »
Better Business Bureau: beware of Memorial Day scams
In preparation for the holiday weekend, the Better Business Bureau released advice on its website to avoid Memorial Day scams directed at military personnel. Read more »
Making your budget work for 2
There are many joys and benefits of coming together in a union with the person you love. However, balancing your budget is not one of those joys. Read more »
Is another housing bubble looming on the horizon?
The housing market may be on its way to another bubble, according to a new article that ran Thursday on Bloomberg.com. Read more »
Retirement may be bad for your health, new study suggests
According to a new study by the Institute of Economic Affairs, retiring may have a negative effect on one's health. Read more »
Cyprus may presell gas reserves to ease crisis
Cyprus may presell the country's offshore natural gas reserves to raise cash quickly and pull it out of its deep financial crisis, the country's finance minister said Thursday. Read more »
Gold: Be cautious when getting caught in the rush
Yes, the debate about owning gold as an investment will likely always rage on. Just be careful not to make significant moves with your money based on emotion — and in this gold environment,... Read more »
New tips to avoid identity theft
With the increasing problem of identity theft, the Consumer Federation of America has released a new set of tips to avoid being tricked by false organizations designed to steal personal... Read more »
US consumer prices fall 0.4 pct. on cheaper gas
A plunge in the cost of gas drove down a measure of U.S. consumer prices last month by the most since December 2008. Excluding the drop in fuel costs, prices were largely unchanged. Read more »
For mortgages, it's the best of times and worst of times
Joe Gross, self-professed 'National Mortgage Expert,' talks about the pros and cons of home mortgages in today's economy. Read more »
New app helps consumers purchase products from companies that share their values
A new smartphone app called Buycott will help consumers determine whether the products they buy are owned by companies whose values align with their own. Read more »
6 ways to save money on your summer wedding
You don’t have to break the bank or go into debt to throw your perfect wedding. There are lots of wedding expenses that can be easily downsized, or avoided altogether. Read more »
Credit card use is down, but long-term debt is still growing fast
According to a recent report by The Vanguard Group, consumer credit increased only $8 billion in March, the smallest it’s been in eight months. Read more »
Home no loan: Should you pay off your mortgage early?
Paying off a home mortgage early has some advantages — and some dangers. Read more »
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Birth control coverage up for federal appeal
In the most prominent challenge of its kind, Hobby Lobby Stores Inc. asked a federal appeals court Thursday for an exemption from part of the federal health care law that requires it to offer... Read more »
McCostly: Where to get the cheapest Quarter Pounder
The Quarter Pounder Index ranks cities' cost of living using McDonald's popular burger. Read more »
Dave Ramsey says: In unique circumstances, paying off mortgage loans can come before investing in retirement
Dave Ramsey gives advice about paying off mortgages and making career choices based on relationships. Read more »
Is another housing bubble looming on the horizon?
The housing market may be on its way to another bubble, according to a new article that ran Thursday on Bloomberg.com. Read more »
'Mantiques' could be a ticket to more cash
With warmer weather comes de-junking, de-cluttering, and spring-cleaning. Monica Zoltanski, owner of the Capital City Antique Mall said now is the time to cash in on your “mantiques.” Read more »
When women out-earn men
A recent study finds that women who earn more than their potential spouse are more likely to have negative economic or family outcomes. But attitudes may be changing among young people toward... Read more »
The Mortgage Professor: Escrow can raise costs, but add simplicity
Jones pay more for his mortgage than Smith? One possible reason is that they borrowed at different times, when market conditions were different. Right now, the market is very favorable, but... Read more »
US rate on 30-year mortgages rises to 3.59 pct.
Average rates on fixed mortgage rose for the third straight week, hitting their highest levels since mid-March. Still, mortgage rates remained close to historic lows, a trend that should help... Read more »
Stocks barely budge; market ends week with loss
Major stock indexes closed out their first weekly loss in a month in quiet trading Friday. Read more »
Making your budget work for 2
There are many joys and benefits of coming together in a union with the person you love. However, balancing your budget is not one of those joys. Read more »
US unemployment aid applications fall to 340K
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell by 23,000 last week, further evidence that the job market is slowly returning to health. Read more »
Americans spent $61.4 billion on pets in 2011
According to a report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Americans spent roughly $61.4 billion on their pets in 2011. Dividing the findings by household, the spending comes out to $500 per household. Read more »
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