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    Trump Plays Bait-and-Switch With Media on Birther Issue Trump Plays Bait-and-Switch With Media on Birther Issue 1:52
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10 obscene displays of wealth that shock average Americans
5:03 a.m. Sept. 28, 2016 - By Catey Hill
10 obscene displays of wealth that shock average Americans Fascinating findings from a new Reddit thread on wealthFascinating findings from a new Reddit thread on wealth.
The master bathroom is the new master bedroom
6:23 a.m. Sept. 27, 2016 - By Daniel Goldstein
The master bathroom is the new master bedroom Luxury bathroom upgrades grow more expensive and more lavishLuxury bathroom upgrades grow more expensive and more lavish.
Women are better at paying bills, so why is it so hard for them to get a mortgage?
6:23 a.m. Sept. 27, 2016 - By Daniel Goldstein
Women are better at paying bills, so why is it so hard for them to get a mortgage? Single women fare worse than single men when it comes to getting home loans, one study showsSingle women fare worse than single men when it comes to getting home loans, one study shows.
Now you can take a road trip in an EV—sort of
2:06 a.m. Sept. 27, 2016 - By Jay Ramey
Now you can take a road trip in an EV—sort of BMW, VW and ChargePoint complete East and West Coast charging corridorsElectric-car owners still suffering from range anxiety will be relieved to hear that most of the left and the right coasts of the country are now fully stocked with charging stations.
Why you need a separate bank account for your side job
2:05 a.m. Sept. 27, 2016 - By Melissa Lambarena
Why you need a separate bank account for your side job Come tax time, you’ll be glad you didHandling all the financial responsibilities of a side gig can get challenging come tax season
What the Clinton and Trump Foundations have in common
4:47 a.m. Sept. 26, 2016 - By Elliot Blair Smith
What the Clinton and Trump Foundations have in common ‘Squishy metrics’ for these ‘vanity’ charitiesWhat the Clinton and Trump Foundation have in common is that they’re ‘vanity’ projects with squishy metrics, says Elliot Blair Smith.
Why it’s so hard for most people to save money — even the wealthy
5:38 a.m. Sept. 23, 2016 - By Maria LaMagna
Why it’s so hard for most people to save money — even the wealthy Is technology to blame for our empty bank accounts? Is technology to blame for our empty bank accounts?
SolarCity to cut marketing costs to compete better
9:05 a.m. Sept. 22, 2016 - MarketWatch
SolarCity to cut marketing costs to compete betterGeostellar is using Uber and Lyft drivers to sell solar panels to riders. "SolarCity Aims to Cut Marketing Costs as Competition Heats Up," at 12:54 p.m. ET, misspelled Geostellar's name. (Sept. 22, 2016)
Beer industry lobbies for a marijuana buzzkill
5:10 a.m. Sept. 22, 2016 - By Jason Notte
Beer industry lobbies for a marijuana buzzkill Massachusetts beer distributors and Boston Beer Co. fight against legalizationMassachusetts beer distributors and Boston Beer Co. fight against legalization, writes Jason Notte.
The 10 most educated places in America
2:03 a.m. Sept. 22, 2016 - By Anna Helhoski
The 10 most educated places in America More than half of all residents in Princeton, N.J. have at least a master’s degreeIn America’s most educated cities and towns, it’s hard to find someone who doesn’t hold a bachelor’s degree, or even a master’s degree or higher.
If Wells Fargo’s CEO were genuinely sorry, he’d pay the price
1:22 a.m. Sept. 21, 2016 - By Brett Arends
If Wells Fargo’s CEO were genuinely sorry, he’d pay the price But, alas, John Stumpf won’t resign or personally cover all penalties and finesBut, alas, John Stumpf won’t resign or personally cover all penalties and fines, writes Brett Arends.
John Boehner lands strategic adviser job
9:52 a.m. Sept. 20, 2016 - By Tim Higgins
John Boehner lands strategic adviser job Ex-House speaker to join Squire Patton Boggs’s public policy practice John Boehner, who stepped down almost a year ago as House speaker, has landed on K Street.
Chicago Bungalow? Baltimore Row House? L.A. Ranch? The ‘typical’ home varies by city
5:11 a.m. Sept. 18, 2016 - By Amy Hoak
Chicago Bungalow? Baltimore Row House? L.A. Ranch? The ‘typical’ home varies by cityYour idea of the typical house depends largely on where you live, or possibly where you grew up.
Why farmland may become a more popular neighborhood amenity than a golf course
5:10 a.m. Sept. 18, 2016 - By Amy Hoak
Why farmland may become a more popular neighborhood amenity than a golf course Seeking farm-fresh food for flavor and health, new-home buyers move to ‘agrihoods’Seeking farm-fresh food for flavor and health, new-home buyers move to ‘agrihoods’
Why it’s gotten so hard for many people to get a mortgage
5:09 a.m. Sept. 18, 2016 - By Daniel Goldstein
Why it’s gotten so hard for many people to get a mortgage Low default rate could mean home lending credit standards are too tight, says Urban InstituteThe low default rate since 2011 could mean home lending credit standards are too tight, says Urban Institute
Relief may be on the horizon for the Sandwich Generation if elder-care leave catches on
5:08 a.m. Sept. 18, 2016 - By Sushma U N
Relief may be on the horizon for the Sandwich Generation if elder-care leave catches onCould elder-care leave become the new paternity leave?
Why the pay gap between men and women is bigger at Ivy League schools
5:04 a.m. Sept. 18, 2016 - By Jillian Berman
Why the pay gap between men and women is bigger at Ivy League schools Women at top private colleges earn $26,000 less then men 10 years later Even a degree from a top university may not be enough to get women on an equal playing field.
It’s not just presidents — here are other jobs where you have to show medical records
5:02 a.m. Sept. 18, 2016 - By Maria LaMagna
It’s not just presidents — here are other jobs where you have to show medical records And it may not always be legal to ask for themAnd it may not always be legal to ask for them
This is when American women will finally be paid as much as men
5:00 a.m. Sept. 18, 2016 - By Quentin Fottrell
This is when American women will finally be paid as much as men Most of today’s working women will have retired before pay equality arrivesMost of today’s working women will have retired before pay equality arrives.
Nickelodeon’s ads: 65% for unhealthy foods and 0% for fruits and vegetables
8:40 a.m. Sept. 14, 2016 - By Alessandra Malito
Nickelodeon’s ads: 65% for unhealthy foods and 0% for fruits and vegetables Food ads can negatively impact a kid’s diet, and they’re all over the networkFood ads can negatively impact a kid’s diet, and they’re all over the network
15 years after 9/11, survivors talk about how it impacted their priorities — and paychecks
7:10 a.m. Sept. 12, 2016 - By Daniel Goldstein
15 years after 9/11, survivors talk about how it impacted their priorities — and paychecks For some, recovering financially has been as difficult as healing emotionallyFor some, recovering financially has been as difficult as healing emotionally.
My wife doesn’t work, splurged $10,000 — and wants her name on my home
12:43 p.m. Sept. 11, 2016 - By Quentin Fottrell
My wife doesn’t work, splurged $10,000 — and wants her name on my home This husband’s savings are being depleted by a partner who likes to spendThis husband’s savings are being depleted by a partner who likes to spend.
These cities have been offering free college for years
9:32 a.m. Sept. 10, 2016 - By Jillian Berman
These cities have been offering free college for years What proponents of debt and tuition-free college can learn from Promise programsWhat fans of debt and tuition-free college can learn from Promise programs
Meet the student who helped Georgetown confront its ties to slavery
9:32 a.m. Sept. 10, 2016 - By Jillian Berman
Meet the student who helped Georgetown confront its ties to slaveryAs college students across the country pressure their universities to confront some unpleasant aspects of their history, the story of one recent graduate shows that it’s possible for students to influence the institutions they attend.
What your first seven jobs say about you
9:30 a.m. Sept. 10, 2016 - By Maria LaMagna
What your first seven jobs say about you Fewer young workers have summer jobs than in the 1970s and 1980sFewer young workers have summer jobs than in the 1970s and 1980s.
Why millennials don’t know how to cook
9:28 a.m. Sept. 10, 2016 - By Maria LaMagna
Why millennials don’t know how to cook Many millennials spend less than 20 minutes a day on preparing foodMany millennials spend less than 20 minutes a day on preparing food.
Going to a farmers market? Ask these questions before you buy
9:28 a.m. Sept. 10, 2016 - By Maria LaMagna
Going to a farmers market? Ask these questions before you buy How to make sure you get what you pay for How to make sure you get what you pay for.
The 10 most expensive places to raise a family in the U.S.
9:25 a.m. Sept. 10, 2016 - By Catey Hill
The 10 most expensive places to raise a family in the U.S. Washington, D.C., is more expensive than New York CityHere are the 10 U.S. cities where it is most expensive for two parents to raise two children.
What Wells Fargo customers need to know
2:26 p.m. Sept. 9, 2016 - MarketWatch
What Wells Fargo customers need to knowCustomers of Wells Fargo & Co. who may be concerned after learning that the bank was fined for allegedly opening deposit and credit-card accounts without customers' knowledge do have recourse. By taking a few simple steps, officials say, customers of the bank can ensure that they don't pay any charges as a result of what regulators referred to as "widespread illegal" sales practices.
Retirement news
12:40 p.m. Sept. 9, 2016 - By Robert Powell
Retirement newsEach year, the National Center for Employee Ownership updates its employer stock litigation review. Corey Rosen, founder of the National Center for Employee Ownership, discusses key rulings in company stock litigation against retirement plan sponsors.
Craft-beer buyouts give NFL fans more for their buck
4:37 a.m. Sept. 9, 2016 - By Jason Notte
Craft-beer buyouts give NFL fans more for their buck You’ll still be paying $8 for a beer at the game, but at least you’ll be drinking craft beerYou’ll still be paying $8 for a beer at the game, but at least you’ll be drinking craft beer, writes Jason Notte.
Libertarian candidate Gary Johnson says 2-party system is a dinosaur
2:18 p.m. Sept. 7, 2016 - By Sally French
Libertarian candidate Gary Johnson says 2-party system is a dinosaur Gov. Gary Johnson and running mate Gov. Bill Weld: ‘We believe the two-party system is a dinosaur, and we are the comet.’Libertarian presidential candidate Gov. Gary Johnson and his running mate Gov. Bill Weld took to Reddit on Tuesday to hold a Q&A on the social network’s “Ask Me Anything” forum, also known as an AMA.
This is the No. 1 cause of financial stress in your state
6:15 a.m. Sept. 7, 2016 - By Maria LaMagna
This is the No. 1 cause of financial stress in your state Americans are worried about paying off debtsAmericans are worried about paying off debts
State-by-state look at house prices as East, Midwest struggle
4:56 a.m. Sept. 7, 2016 - By Steve Goldstein
State-by-state look at house prices as East, Midwest struggleOut West, U.S. home prices are growing much faster than inflation. In parts of the East and Midwest, they’re not even keeping up.
Why Hermine may make it tough for homeowners to get insurance repair checks
3:01 a.m. Sept. 5, 2016 - By Daniel Goldstein
Why Hermine may make it tough for homeowners to get insurance repair checks You may need your bank’s OK before you cash that check and make repairs to your homeThe “mortgagee clause” can mean you’ll need your bank’s OK before you cash that check and make repairs to your home
The real reason we don’t have taco trucks on every corner
7:12 a.m. Sept. 3, 2016 - By Maria LaMagna
The real reason we don’t have taco trucks on every corner It’s not about immigrationIt’s not about immigration
Buying a house as an Airbnb investment strategy is a risky move
6:43 a.m. Sept. 3, 2016 - By Caitlin Huston
Buying a house as an Airbnb investment strategy is a risky move Hazy patchwork of regulation, Airbnb’s single-listing policy limit opportunitiesSome real-estate investors see Airbnb as a way to make better returns, but experts warn that strategy may not last or apply in every city as regulations change.
Retirement news: The week in review
11:30 a.m. Sept. 2, 2016 - By Robert Powell
Retirement news: The week in reviewThe latest research, reports and news in the world of retirement.
The surprising thing millions of men do that can wreck their health
7:02 a.m. Sept. 2, 2016 - By Catey Hill
The surprising thing millions of men do that can wreck their health A new study shows how young men may be putting their well-being at riskA new study shows how young men may be putting their well-being at risk
How Gilead ‘broke’ Obamacare
11:35 a.m. Aug. 31, 2016 - By Tim Mullaney
How Gilead ‘broke’ Obamacare The cost surge in the exchanges is about a few drugs — and it’s fixableThe news that big insurance companies are dropping out of the exchanges doesn’t mean Obamacare is broken, writes Tim Mullaney. The problem is easily fixable once we realize it’s really about a few specialty drugs.
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