John Lund | Getty Images Despite the red flags flapping for the economy, many Americans say they’re not financially prepared for the next recession. Two in 5 people say they’re not ready for an economic downturn in the next year, according to a new Bankrate poll. (Some 2,600 people were interviewed at the end of
Share to facebook Share to twitter Share to linkedin The broker wars continue, as big firms scramble to attract the next generation of young investors. ASSOCIATED PRESS Topline: After eliminating trading commissions earlier this month—which set off a rush among other brokers to do the same, Charles Schwab plans to offer clients the opportunity to
Reducing taxable income can help prevent taxpayers from climbing into a higher tax bracket or … [+] triggering the 3.5% Medicare surtax. Your AGI and MAGI also help determine your eligibility for tax credits, retirement contributions and other deductions. Getty For most taxpayers, there isn’t a magic bullet to reduce taxable income to the extent
Casa Encantada Front Entrance Simon Berlyn Bel Air has hit the stratosphere once again. Casa Encantada, the 60-bedroom home belonging to Gary Winnick (founder and chairman of Global Crossing, who has previously appeared on several of Forbes’ Wealthiest lists) has officially come on the market with an asking price of $225 million, as the L.A.
CNBC’s Jim Cramer said Thursday that resolutions to a pair of major trade issues would be a boon to the stock market, arguing it’s time investors factor positive conclusions into their strategy. “What happens to the stock market if Larry is right and we get a new trade deal with Mexico and Canada before Thanksgiving