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Tuesday, May 22, 2012 | 3:32 a.m.

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Nevada taxable sales up 9.6% In November

CARSON CITY – Nevada’s taxable sales rose 9.6 percent in November over the same month a year ago, driven in large part by car sales and improved business at bars and restaurants, the state Department of Taxation reported today. Taxable sales totaled nearly $3.4 billion for the month. For the ...

Mortgage rates fall to record lows

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Mortgage rates fall to record lows

Rates for the 3-year and 15-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to record lows. US foreclosure filings fell to the lowest levels since 2007.

Disabled man fighting BofA over erroneous statements

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Disabled man fighting BofA over erroneous statements

Robert Galanida, paralyzed from the shoulders down, has been going back-and-forth with Bank of America over his mortgage for more than two years.

Ford recalls nearly half a million vehicles

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Ford recalls nearly half a million vehicles

Reports indicate that around 450,000 Ford SUVs and minivans suffer from defects which could lead to loss of power or even fires.

Groupon puts on a new face

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Groupon puts on a new face

Groupon launches "Clicky the Clickable Value Wheel." It's a Facebook game that allows users to "spin" for various Groupon deals.

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Holiday Shopping Guide: Gifts that help recipients save

Holiday shopping isn't easy, especially when money is tight. So, how about some gifts that will help the people you shop for save in the long run?

Cold weather looming, time to winterize your car

While it’s best keep your vehicle in top operating condition year round, it is especially important to get it winterized now to avoid dangerous situations while traveling in colder weather. There are important pointers for making sure your vehicles is ready for the road. “You want to be safe on ...

Digital gift cards increasing in popularity

Gift-givers unsure of the contents of a person's DVD collection, with little time to shop or simply at a loss for what to get have long been buying gift cards. Real, plastic, tangible gift cards. But the sales of electronic cards, a digital alternative, have begun to grow. Atlanta's First ...

Advice on buying gift cards

Not sure what gift to get? Consider this advice from consumer advocates before buying a gift card: Consider cash: Dress it up in a fancy envelope. It’s good anywhere and never expires. Find out where the recipient likes to shop: Gift cards often go unused because they are limited to ...

The Nate Berkus Show Introduction

“I was barely in grade school when I helped my mother rearrange the living room furniture for the first time.” Clearly Nate’s fascination with interiors began at an early age. With his weekly allowance and his mother’s guidance, Nate began pursuing his lifelong passion for creating beautiful design. “I think ...

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