Trump reverses position, vows to ‘get SALT back’

Trump reverses position, vows to ‘get SALT back’

Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump attends a press conference at Trump National Golf Club, in Rancho Palos Verdes, U.S., September 13, 2024.  David Swanson | Reuters Former President Donald Trump on Tuesday vowed that he would “get SALT back” if reelected, apparently suggesting that he would eliminate the cap on state … Read more

Inflation, home insurance, other monthly payments are skyrocketing

Inflation, home insurance, other monthly payments are skyrocketing

Record inflation may have people questioning whether homeownership is still a good investment. Home prices have been rising faster than incomes, which can be a problem for homeowners because as the value of a home rises, so does the cost to maintain it. More than 1 in 4 homeowners with mortgages are considered “cost-burdened,” meaning … Read more

Here’s how the election could impact the muni bond market

Here’s how the election could impact the muni bond market

The first presidential debate between U.S. President Joe Biden and former U.S. President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is projected on a screen projector during a watch party hosted by the Michigan Conservative Coalition in Novi, Michigan, U.S., June 27, 2024.  Emily Elconin | Reuters With interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve likely … Read more

Why the minimum wage and some tax breaks don’t budge despite inflation

Why the minimum wage and some tax breaks don’t budge despite inflation

Martin Barraud | Ojo Images | Getty Images Many Americans are likely familiar with financial thresholds that are adjusted for inflation each year. They include contribution limits to 401(k) plans, cost-of-living adjustments for Social Security benefits and federal income tax brackets, to name a few. These tweaks help households keep pace with the rising cost … Read more

How the U.S. government is regulating AI

How the U.S. government is regulating AI

The U.S. government is considering laws to help society adapt to the introduction of artificial intelligence. Early users of the technology are already seeing labor productivity gains. For example, Klarna, a buy now, pay later financial services provider, estimates that its AI assistant tool will increase its profit outcome by $40 million by the end … Read more

Does the tax on your year-end bonus check seem high? Here’s why

Does the tax on your year-end bonus check seem high? Here’s why

Jgi/tom Grill | Tetra Images | Getty Images Does your year-end bonus look smaller than expected? Tax withholding is a likely culprit, but Uncle Sam may pay some back when you file an annual tax return, experts said. Bonuses are treated as taxable income, like wages in a typical paycheck. However, unlike wages, the IRS … Read more