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Fort Worth ISD teachers rewarded for exceptional teaching with peak in paychecks

More than $2 million will go out to teachers this month who "show exceptional ability to improve student achievement."

Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009

Importance of financial planning for North Texans in an uncertain economy, part 2

Most people don't plan to fail, they just fail to plan.

There is a way to safeguard your financial future without worrying too much about where the market is heading. It’s called planning.

Friday, Oct. 23, 2009

Importance of financial planning for North Texans in an uncertain economy

Part 1: Get off the roller coaster and get a financial plan.

A financial plan can help you negotiate the twists and turns of the market because your investment strategy is based on your own situation and goals — not what the market is doing at the moment.

Friday, Oct. 16, 2009

Students nationwide react to reductions in state funding; Southern Methodist University sees no backlash

The average student at SMU now pays about $16,000 per semester, double what University of California schools attendees pay. There were no protests or strikes. Maybe saving money just isn’t all that important to students at SMU.

Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009

Recent college grads in Dallas adjust plans during rough economy

Amy and Travis Phelps, recent college grads, have had their fair share of bad jobs. But in order for them to weather the storm, they say take that bad job and make it fun.

Friday, Oct. 9, 2009

Dallas renters pay just as much in taxes as homeowners

Picture where your city budget would be without renters, then maybe you'll reconsider your attitude about our contribution.

Monday, Sept. 28, 2009

Changing jobs in Dallas-Fort Worth? Know your options

What to do with your retirement funds when your employment plans change

Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009

Addison video game company says, “No taxation without information!”

Their new website allows people to balance the federal budget. Snooze? It's more fun than you think.

Friday, Sept. 11, 2009

Dallas-Fort Worth retirees struggle during roller coaster market

Small portfolio shifts can loosen the knot in your stomach, but major pull-outs, especially when the market is down, are not a good idea.

Friday, Aug. 28, 2009

Fort Worth ISD board of trustees approves teacher pay raises

The $561 million budget includes a state-mandated pay raise that will give Fort Worth ISD teachers a 3% increase in salary.

Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2009

Bargain hunting in Dallas-Fort Worth: Good school supply deals in a bad economy

We also bring you the latest on which school supplies are tax-free if you're brave enough to shop during this weekend's sales tax holiday frenzy.

Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2009

Denton County tax rate to increase

The tax rate is expected to rise from 23.57 cents per $100 valuation to 24.98 cents.

Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009

Audio: Adell Campbell discusses tax breaks

Campbell talks about tax breaks for the disabled with IRS Tax Consultant Nora Campos.

Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009

2009 Energy Star sales tax holiday taking place Memorial Day weekend

Many energy efficient products are exempt from state and local sales and use taxes.

Friday, May 22, 2009

Money conference to explore psychology of lucre May 15-16

Speakers include Scott Burns, Dr. Robert Sardello and Dr. Gail Thomas.

Monday, May 11, 2009

West Virginia sues Irving debt settlement company

This is the latest in a string of debt settlement lawsuits.

Thursday, April 16, 2009

Texas transportation tax increases may be coming soon

If you just registered your vehicle for $72, it would have been $147 with the new $60 mobility improvement fee and $15 vehicle emissions fee.

Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Richardson-based Credit Solutions of America accused of fraud

Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott alleges that the company failed to negotiate settlements for the majority of its clients.

Saturday, March 28, 2009

Federal judge shuts down two Dallas tax preparers

$12 trillion in debt apparently forcing the Feds to crack down.

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Dallas-based tax preparer Preston Tax Services, Inc. sued by U.S. Department of Justice

The firm allegedly promoted phony businesses, strippers.

Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009

Ferguson Road Initiative offering free tax preparation help

Citizens are invited to come down to the New Hope Lutheran Church on Tuesdays and Saturdays through April 15.

Friday, Feb. 6, 2009

Lancaster to offer seniors free tax preparation

This service will be available every Thursday from noon until 4:00 p.m. through April 9 at the Lancaster Veterans Memorial Library.

Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009

Congresswoman Johnson introduces National Financial Literacy Act

The National Financial Literacy Act of 2009 will provide incentives to financial institutions, small businesses and corporations to provide financial education to their customers and employees.

Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009

Hurst accountants offering $1,000 grocery certificate for doing your taxes

Individual taxpayers and business owners will receive a certificate entitling them to a savings of $1000 on groceries just by have their taxes completed and filed by Brewster & Scott.

Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009

Richardson-based Payneless Credit Repair agrees to settle FTC charges

The FTC put the hammer down on the local credit repair agency.

Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2008

Duncanville residents not claiming their stimulus checks

Many senior citizens, veterans, people with disabilities, and low income workers who don’t normally file a return, do not realize that they need to file the 1040A form to receive their stimulus check.

Thursday, Aug. 14, 2008

Colleyville man sentenced to 17 years for Ponzi scheme

This pyramid scheme wasn't built in a day.

Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2008

Dallas debt collection firm slammed by Texas Attorney General

Attorney General slams firm for misconduct and violations of law.

Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2008

Salary.com deems Plano, TX best place in U.S. to “build personal wealth”

That Plano is so hot right now. 91 degrees, to be exact.

Monday, June 30, 2008

Behringer Harvard expands management team

Scott Fordham will join the real estate investment company as senior VP of accounting.

Friday, May 23, 2008

Texas Instruments Senior VP to deliver keynote speech at Lehman Brothers investor conference

Greg Delagi will also discuss TI's future endeavors.

Wednesday, May 21, 2008

TCU’s Investor Challenge nets hard cash scholarships for talented virtual portfolio investors

Did the winning entrants engage in more than a crapshoot? (I'm guessing "yes.")

$178,500 in scholarships dished out to 15 investment savvy high schoolers.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Dallas-based Access Pharmaceuticals featured in investment book

Snaps for Access Pharmaceuticals.

Monday, May 5, 2008

Dallas-based Parks Associates releases research on tax rebates

Most people want to blow their money on electronics, but are too scared.

Wednesday, April 30, 2008

RadioShack offers discount on purchases made with federal stimulus check or IRS refund

RadioShack cannot wait to help you squander your entire federal stimulus on radios, GPS devices, and other tech gear you didn't think you needed.

Friday, April 25, 2008

Dallas-based True.com survey says singles choose love over money

Respondents confident love will last, despite recession.

Thursday, April 24, 2008

The Lodge pays taxes, Texas-style

Sexually-oriented business makes its first six-figure payment even as it challenges the consitutionality of Texas' new sin tax.

Wednesday, April 23, 2008

Co-debtor: Understand their role in your bankruptcy

Co-filers for loans are on the loan together and enjoy the same benefits of the loan if timely paid as well as the same liabilities if the loan is defaulted.

Tuesday, April 8, 2008

Cowboys stadium bonds in Arlington may be paid off sooner

Half-cent sales tax associated with bond is reaping higher-than-expected returns.

Friday, March 7, 2008

Carrollton Library to provide free tax assistance to all ages

Free tax return assistant to all ages Mondays noon to 8 p.m., Jan. 28 through April 14.

Thursday, Jan. 24, 2008


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