Gas prices have surged in California in recent weeks as the state’s supply is constrained due to recent reductions in refining capacity. The price of…
A nationwide recall has been issued for a baby fruit purée after federal testing found elevated levels of patulin, a toxin that can pose health risks with prolonged exposure. Initiative Foods announced Friday that it…
Winning the lottery can create instant wealth, but it also introduces immediate tax considerations. U.S. tax law generally treats lottery prizes as taxable income at both the federal and, in many cases, state levels. Winners may qualify for certain deductions that decrease how much they owe, but full tax exemptions…
Custodial accounts are a common way for parents and grandparents to save or invest on behalf of a minor, but they often raise tax questions. The IRS generally treats the minor as the taxpayer but special rules, such as the kiddie tax and optional parent reporting, can complicate things. A financial…
Americans are getting some relief from lower gasoline prices, which the latest inflation data from the Labor Department shows have declined substantially over the last year. The Bureau of Labor Statistics on Friday released the consumer price index (CPI) for January, which showed headline inflation was up 2.4% from a year ago,…
The President’s proposal to cap credit card rates at a maximum of 10% over the next year has gotten a lot of attention in the midst of a national affordability crisis. It’s understandable. Rates are flashy, and it sounds good to talk about bringing them down. But I’d argue they…
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The housing market has cooled off this winter with the annual pace of home price growth easing to levels unseen since the nation was recovering from the Great Recession. And while some areas continue to see…
