Brands Rise

Thursday’s session closed in positive territory. IBM, JPMorgan Chase, and Procter & Gamble led gainers on the Dow. Brands moved up on a variety of encouraging economic data.

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Catalyst for Dow 13K and Beyond

Will higher oil prices affect earnings growth and the markets? Ted Parrish, CFA shares his views on CNBC’s "PowerLunch." http://video.cnbc.com/gallery/?video=3000074922

Business Owner Succession Planning

What will happen to your small business when you retire? Think about how you’ll transfer ownership now. Learn about Business Owner Succession Planning in this week's Insurance Tip.

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Stocks Slip

Indices ended in the red zone Wednesday. Dell and Intel led the dip in less-than-stellar technology action. Financials such as Citigroup and Bank of America also took a breather.

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Don’t be Scammed by Tax Season Cyber Criminals

There is one and only one instance when you can ignore the “IRS" — phishing scams. Learn what to look for in this week's Tax Tip.

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Mixed Moves

Indices closed out mixed on Tuesday. The Dow and S&P 500 posted gains. The Nasdaq shed some points. Alcoa, Kraft, and Caterpillar led the Dow’s ascent.

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Women and Estate Planning

They say men are from Mars and women are from Venus, but is this true when it comes to estate planning? Find out in this week's Financial Tip.

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A Mixed Finish

Indices ended mixed on Friday. The Dow and S&P 500 added some points. The Nasdaq closed in the red zone. Intel, DuPont, and Merck stood out among Dow advancers.

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Creating Entity to Hold Real Estate Separately

Creating a separate entity, such as a partnership, to hold your real estate provides both insurance and tax advantages. Read more in this Business Tip.

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Stock Rally Resumes Despite Moody’s Massive Downgrade Threat

Ted Parrish, CFA, shares his opinion on Moody’s warning of bank downgrades on Breakout on Yahoo! Finance. Watch the interview.

Brands Post Gains

Stocks posted gains today on Wall Street. Brands such as Bank of America, Microsoft, and General Motors climbed in the wake of falling jobless claims and rising producer price data.

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Are Withdrawals from a Cash Value Life Insurance Policy Ever Tax Free?

Before you withdraw from your cash value life insurance policy, be aware of your basis and any surrender charges. Learn more in this week's Insurance Tip.

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A Red Finish

Wednesday’s session ended in the red zone. Stocks dipped amid news that Greece's creditors are delaying the country's bailout.

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If I Work at Home Occasionally, am I Entitled to a Home Office Deduction?

You have a home office, but can you deduct it on your taxes? Before you do, make sure you pass two tests from the IRS. Find out in this week's Tax Tip.

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Mixed Moves

Indices closed out mixed on Tuesday. The Dow ended just slightly in the green thanks to an afternoon rebound. The S&P 500 shed a few points and the Nasdaq added fractional gains. Brands such as Hewlett-Packard, Boeing, and Wal-Mart led advancers on the Dow.

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Growth vs. Value: What's the Difference?

You should understand what you are buying when choosing between a growth or value stock for your portfolio. Find out more in this week's Financial Tip.

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Brands Climb

Indices closed in positive territory on Monday. Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase headed up the Dow’s ascent while Apple led advancers on the Nasdaq. Stocks climbed on news that Greece is set to receive bailout approval.

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Red Results

Friday’s session closed in the red zone. Despite the largest one-day dip for the year so far, brands traded well off session lows thanks to some late-day rallying. Stocks slipped amid Greek debt uncertainty and mixed economic data.

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Tailor your reporting for your situation

The basis accounting method you use can help manage your tax liability on your investments. Read our article on MDJonline.com.

Safeguard Your Refund—Choose Direct Deposit

The fastest way to get your tax refund is also the safest way: e-file and direct deposit. Learn more on the IRS website.