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January 25, 2006
Good news! Not everything is taxed
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
Uncle Sam wants a bite of most of your income, but there are instances where your money is taxed only partially or not at all.
CD Rate Trend Index
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
Bankrate's expert panel predicts where rates are headed on certificates of deposit.
Self-employment tax in a limited liability company
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
Self-employment tax does not apply to rental income either individually or through a partnership, says George Saenz, CPA.
Holding on to old savings bonds
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
There's no point holding on to them past the final maturity date, says Dr. Don.
Preparing our finances for disaster and death
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
We don't like to think about our mortality, but we also shouldn't leave a mess behind.
Don't call me! I'm dead!
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
A new do-not-call list can halt calls or mail offers for deceased people.
January 24, 2006
Fed hike draws near; yields tick upward
Source: Bankrate Mortgage News @ 00:00
The conventional wisdom says an inverted yield curve heralds a recession. But that might not be the case this time. Some economists believe that long-term rates are lower than short-term rates because the Federal Reserve is doing such a good job of restraining inflation.
Categories: Mortgages
Fed meeting one week from today
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
The Federal Open Market Committee's next meeting -- and accompanying interest rate hike -- is one week from today. The most significant economic release between now and then is Friday's initial report of fourth quarter gross domestic product.
Fed hike draws near; yields tick upward
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
The conventional wisdom says an inverted yield curve heralds a recession. But that might not be the case this time. Some economists believe that long-term rates are lower than short-term rates because the Federal Reserve is doing such a good job of restraining inflation.
Household help tax deadline
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
Did you hire someone to help around the house? Then you could have some tax housekeeping to do by Jan. 31.
Deducting health insurance premiums
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
To deduct premiums as a sole proprietor, the insurance plan would have to be set up under your business, and you cannot have access to a subsidized plan, says our tax adviser.
Shelve credit cards before filing bankruptcy
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
Under the new law, it's harder to get the courts to discharge debt run up during a last-minute credit spree, says the Bankruptcy Adviser.
The new gold rush
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
Gold prices are rising and experts say the trend will continue. Does that make it a good investment?
How to buy gold
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
The precious metal comes in various forms. What's the best way to buy it?
Comparing CD to money market certificate
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
The money market certificate is the credit union equivalent of a CD, says Dr. Don.
Fame & Fortune: Magician Penn Jillette
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
The talkative and irreverent half of Penn & Teller talks about nonstop changes in business and his new, controversial DVD, "The Aristocrats."
January 23, 2006
Upcoming stories; Ameriquest settles
Source: Bankrate Mortgage News @ 00:00
Ameriquest is a big mortgage lender for people who have flawed credit. While Ameriquest admits to having done nothing wrong, it has agreed to pay a $325 million settlement to be divided among most of the states' attorneys general.
Categories: Mortgages
Upcoming stories; Ameriquest settles
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
Ameriquest is a big mortgage lender for people who have flawed credit. While Ameriquest admits to having done nothing wrong, it has agreed to pay a $325 million settlement to be divided among most of the states' attorneys general.
Mailbox alert! Tax documents on the way
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
Before you can complete your return, you'll need many of these documents, which should arrive by the end of the month.
Pay down the mortgage or invest?
Source: Bankrate Top Stories @ 00:00
You have to decide how conservative you want to be in your investments, says Dr. Don.
