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Nike Inc (NKE) Looks to Put a Horrible 2016 to Rest 03/19/2017 08:00pm • Nike Inc (ticker: NKE) is adding more weight to the case for investing in the dregs of the Dow. The venerable athletic apparel maker closed out 2016 with a roughly 19 percent loss -- the lion's share of a 25 percent bleed since late November 2015 -- to finish as the Dow Jones industrial average's wo 3 Reasons Why You Need to Save Your Tax Refund 03/19/2017 08:00pm • It's tax time. For many Americans, this also means that it's tax refund time. According to the Internal Revenue Service, the average refund is $3,071, and although it's tempting to take that cash and treat yourself, you probably know the best financial course of action is to save that money for a r Who Qualifies as a Dependent on My Taxes? 03/19/2017 08:00pm • Claiming qualifying dependents on your taxes can save you thousands of dollars. But who qualifies? This is one of the top tax questions every year since it can be difficult to apply the rules to different living situations, especially with the changing dynamics of families. If you need help deciphe 4 Red Flags to Look for Before Accepting an Offer on Your Boston Home 03/19/2017 08:00pm • Receiving multiple offers on a home is the standard, not the exception, in Boston, where sellers can sometimes see a half-dozen or more offers at the end of their first open house. But not all offers are created equal. An all-cash offer might have too many strings attached. A buyer might have a lon Choose the Right Contribution Rate for Your 401(k) 03/19/2017 08:00pm • There's really no getting around it -- choosing the optimal 401(k) contribution rate is serious business -- akin to laying the foundation of a new home, or planning a household budget before raising a family. Your 401(k) contribution rate -- the amount deducted from your check every pay period that 5 of the Biggest Risks Facing Investors 03/19/2017 08:00pm • When it comes to managing your investments, there can be a lot of factors to consider. However, you don't need a doctorate in economics to avoid making some of the most costly mistakes. By keeping a well-rounded approach to managing your finances, it's likely you may find more success in meeting you Why You Shouldn't Stick With Your 401(k) Plan's Default Settings 03/19/2017 08:00pm • Many companies now automatically enroll new and sometimes existing employees in a 401(k) plan. The employer selects the savings rate and investment, often investing 3 percent of each worker's pay in a target-date fund unless they opt out. However, the default savings rate and investment might not b 9 Ways to Avoid 401(k) Fees and Penalties 03/19/2017 08:00pm • Hidden costsSaving in a 401(k) plan allows you to qualify for tax breaks and employer contributions. However, in order to keep that money, you need to steer clear of 401(k) penalties. Here's how to avoid some common 401(k) fees and taxes.Avoid early withdrawals. If you withdraw money from your 401(k Maryland House passes unpaid water bill relief measure 03/19/2017 03:52pm • ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) -- Maryland's House of Delegates has passed a bill that would give Marylanders who fall behind on their water bills a year's reprieve from the threat of having their homes sold. Lawmakers in the House of Delegates passed the legislation Saturday on a 125 to 12 vote. The measu Tax increase favored for Va. transit shortfall 03/19/2017 01:21am • WASHINGTON — Money keeping Virginia’s transit systems from falling apart is set to drop by more than 40 percent over the next three years, and a state panel is preparing to recommend increasing the regional gas tax or other taxes to close the gap. “By 2020, we are not going to be able to co GOP-leaning group's analysis backs dedicated funding for Metro 03/17/2017 04:44am • WASHINGTON — The idea of new dedicated taxes to fund Metro is getting support from an analysis done by a conservative think tank, buoying supporters’ hopes that the idea could overcome significant regional hurdles. American Action Forum data analyst Philip Rossetti suggests that current fundi In Va. governor race, GOP hopeful vows to cut state income taxes 03/16/2017 11:10pm • RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia Republican gubernatorial hopeful Ed Gillespie says he's going to make cutting taxes a centerpiece of his campaign.  Gillespie said Thursday he would trim state income tax rates for all tax brackets in Virginia. The plan would lower taxes on income over $17,000 a y Pros and Cons of Taking a 401(k) Loan 03/16/2017 08:00pm • Borrowing from your 401(k) account might sound like a good idea if you need the cash to pay off debt, buy a car, go on vacation or fund a business startup. After all, if it's vested, it's your money, tax day may be years off and you're paying back yourself -- not some credit card firm or payday loa GoPro Inc (GPRO) Shares Rise on Restructuring, Forecast 03/16/2017 08:00pm • GoPro Inc (ticker: GPRO) shares rose nearly 16 percent on Thursday after the technology company announced it expects its first quarter revenue to end up on the high end of its previous guidance range. In addition, GoPro announced a restructuring and cost-cutting initiative that includes 270 employe 3 Ways to Avoid Undercutting Your Retirement Strategy 03/16/2017 08:00pm • The formula for retirement planning seems simple enough. Choose your target number, invest wisely and save consistently. Unfortunately, many Americans find themselves missing the mark because of one critical mistake -- underestimating their retirement reality. A new survey from Fidelity emphasizes