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Economics & Policy
Why Politicians Keep Jacking Up Taxes on Travelers
Politicians are addicted to taxes that they swear aren’t really taxes—not ones paid by locals anyway.
5 Ways a Few Hundred Dollars Will Change Your Life
Holiday spending is down. Good. Here are five ways to spend on your future before you give in to the Santa impulse.
Helping Your Family Doesn’t Have to Mean You Can’t Retire
More than 60% of people past the age of 50 provide financial support to an adult family member. Almost no one plans for it.
Hold the Tears: Retirees Came Through Recession Best
Older folks came through the recession with their wealth and income more intact than other age groups. The difference maker: traditional defined-benefit pensions.
How the Government Is Making It More Painful for You to Retire
Higher long-term rates make fixed annuities more attractive. Pre-retirees had a good thing going–until the Fed decided not to curb its stimulus program.
Already Cheap Gas Prices Are About to Hit Rock Bottom
Prices at the pump sometime head in the exact opposite of the trajectory forecast by analysts. But this autumn, gas prices are steadily plummeting, just as predicted, recently hitting a low for the year.
Smells Like a Comfortable Lifestyle: How Gen X is Winning Retirement
Yet another study details the retirement savings crisis in America. But this one finds that one generation is changing its future for the better.
The Shutdown Is Over But Could Still Ruin Holiday Shopping
The lingering effects of the federal shutdown, combined with a general lack of confidence in both the economy and the ability of our nation’s political leaders to avoid gridlock, means that retailers are looking at a …
What Your Halloween Spending—Particularly, Your Choice of Costume—Says About You
Halloween is no longer a kid’s holiday. In fact, more money is now spent on adult costumes than outfits for children. If you’ve ever wondered what someone’s Halloween costume selection says about his or her personality, read on.
National Epidemic of Horrible People Pretending to Be Disabled
This trend probably won’t do much for your faith in humanity: Around the country, an increasing number of ethically challenged human beings are faking disabilities in order to snag good parking spots, cut lines at theme parks, or just bring their dogs into restaurants.
The Key to Fixing America’s Savings Crisis
Savings plans at companies with fewer than 500 employees lag larger plans in almost every way.