Saturday, January 31, 2015

$3 Tip on a $4 Cup of Coffee? Gratuities Grow, Automatically

Increasing varieties of digital payment options are expanding when and how much people are encouraged to tip.








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White House Seeks to Limit Health Law’s Tax Troubles

Obama administration officials say they worry that the tax-filing season will generate new anger as uninsured consumers learn that they must pay tax penalties.








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The Haggler: The Case of the Disappearing Diamond Ring

As repairs on an engagement ring stretch into months, the owner gets apologies, but no ring or explanation, from a jewelry chain.








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Friday, January 30, 2015

Your Money Adviser: The Dangerous State of Americans’ Savings

Most households have only a paltry amount in easily accessible accounts, but some simple steps can help many set money aside for use in an emergency.








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Your Money: The Would’ve, Should’ve and Could’ve of Taxing 529 Plans

A White House plan to remove a tax break for saving money for college in 529 plans goes awry, and the reason includes money and feelings.








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Retiring: Managing Health Costs With Crowdfunding

Asking friends and family, and even strangers, to help with bills is becoming more accepted on crowdfunding websites.








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Your Money Adviser: Law Creates Special Savings Accounts for Disabled People

A new law enables the creation of special accounts, modeled after the popular Section 529 education plans that many families use to save for college.








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