Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Avoiding Internet Scams:10 Things You Can Do to Avoid Fraud
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Thursday, December 23, 2010
IRS: In 2011, Many Tax Benefits Increase Slightly Due to Inflation Adjustments
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Commercial Fundraisers Companies: California Releases Report Detailing Use of Funds of Commercial Fundraisers
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Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Internet Scams: Don't Get Scammed this Holiday Season says FBI
Be wary of e-mails or text messages that indicate a problem or question regarding your financial accounts. Criminals will attempt to direct victims to click a link or call a number to update an account or correct a purported problem. The links may appear to lead you to legitimate websites, but they are not. Any personal information you share on them could be compromised. Internet Scams: Don't Get Scammed this Holiday Season says FBI
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Online Dating Scams: Sending Money in the Name of Love
The Federal Trade Commission, the nation's consumer protection agency, warns that scammers sometimes use online dating and social networking sites to try to convince people to send money in the name of love. Online Dating Scams: Sending Money in the Name of Love
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Wednesday, November 17, 2010
New Medicare Premiums for 2011
The following is a listing of the Medicare premium, deductible, and coinsurance rates that will be in effect in 2011...New Medicare Premiums for 2011
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Saturday, November 13, 2010
Government Jobs: January 2011 Internship Opportunities
USICH is seeking graduate students to support its work on behalf of the nation's homeless population. Varied assignments, depending on who interned is assigned to, may include, but not be limited to:Research and compilation of information, statistics, studies, etc. on housing related issues; Coordination of activities, meetings, forums and USICH initiatives with federal, state, local and private stakeholders around the U.S.;• Assistance with and support for communications activities to include website content, outreach, and social media.........Government jobs: January 2011 Internship Opportunities
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Consumer's Guide to Credit Reports and Credit Scores
Your credit history is important to a lot of people: mortgage lenders, banks, utility companies, prospective employers, and more. So it's especially important that you understand your credit report, credit score, and the companies that compile that information, credit bureaus. The Federal Reserve Board--provides answers to some of the most common, and most important, questions about credit. Credit Reports: Consumer's Guide to Credit Reports and Credit Scores
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IRS: Nearly 70 Percent of Taxpayers Used IRS e-file in 2010
WASHINGTON -- Nearly 99 million individuals filed their federal income tax returns electronically during 2010, a 3 percent increase in the IRS e-file rate. Of the 141.5 million returns filed so far this year, almost 70 percent were filed electronically. Each year, more taxpayers chose to e-file their tax returns. Last year, nearly 95 million taxpayers or 67 percent used e-file. In the past decade, the number of individual tax returns e-filed has increased by 145 percent. The overall number of individual tax returns increased only by 8 percent. IRS e-file is no longer is the exception; now it is the norm. IRS: Nearly 70 Percent of Taxpayers Used IRS e-file in 2010
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Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Credit Reports: Consumer's Guide to Credit Reports and Credit Scores
Credit Reports: Consumer's Guide to Credit Reports and Credit Scores
Your credit history is important to a lot of people: mortgage lenders, banks, utility companies, prospective employers, and more. So it's especially important that you understand your credit report, credit score, and the companies that compile that information, credit bureaus.
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Thursday, September 30, 2010
2010 Hajj: Health Requirements and Recommendations for Travel to Saudi Arabia during the 2010 Hajj: Information for U.S. Travelers
Each year, millions of people travel to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to perform the Hajj, a pilgrimage to the holy places of Islam. This year, the week of the Hajj begins November 14. If you are traveling to Saudi Arabia for the Hajj, you can expect large crowds. This overcrowding may lead to an increased risk of accidental injury and infectious diseases, such as meningitis, flu, and other diseases spread easily from person to person. 2010 Hajj: Health Requirements and Recommendations for Travel to Saudi Arabia during the 2010 Hajj: Information for U.S. Travelers
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Debt Relief: Debt Negotiation Scam Victims Receive Refund Payments
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Government Grants and Loans for Individuals. Do they really exist?
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Friday, September 17, 2010
Substance Abuse Statistics: Americans Show Increases in Substance use from 2008 to 2009
Substance Abuse Statistics: Americans Show Increases in Substance use from 2008 to 2009 - Marijuana use rises; prescription drug abuse and ecstasy use also up
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Monday, August 30, 2010
IRS Notice: Eight Things to Know If You Receive an IRS Notice
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Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Hazardous Chemicals: OSHA Seeks Your Input on Identifying the Top Chemicals of Concern
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Tuesday, July 27, 2010
FCC Launches Consumer Help Center
Starting today, consumers have a new, easy-to-use, Consumer Help Center that puts them within one click of all the information they want from the Federal Communications Commission. FCC Launches Consumer Help Center
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IRS Offers One-Time Special Filing Relief Program for Small Charities; Oct. 15 Deadline
Small nonprofit organizations at risk of losing their tax-exempt status because they failed to file required returns for 2007, 2008 and 2009 can preserve their status by filing returns by Oct. 15, 2010, under a one-time relief program, the Internal Revenue Service announced today. IRS Offers One-Time Special Filing Relief Program for Small Charities; Oct. 15 Deadline
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Saturday, July 17, 2010
Suicide Attempts Constitute a Significant Portion of Drug-Related Hospital Emergency Department Visits
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Sex Offenders in San Diego: Results of Operation Watchdog to Keep Tabs on Hundreds of Registered Sex Offenders
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Thursday, July 08, 2010
Government Jobs: IRS Highlights Job Opportunities for New Grads on YouTube
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Monday, July 05, 2010
Nine Tips on the 10 Percent Tax on Tanning Services
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Friday, June 25, 2010
Monday Is Registration Deadline For Disaster Assistance
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I.I.I. Issues Video On Protecting Homes From Lightning Strikes
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Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Recruiting Participants for Substance Abuse Web-based Videoconferencing ( E-Therapy)
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Tuesday, June 22, 2010
IRS Begins Accepting Applications for Qualifying Therapeutic Discovery Project Program
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Friday, June 18, 2010
Substance Abuse: Sharp Increase of Older Americans Being Admitted for Substances such as Cocaine, Heroin and Marijuana
New admissions data show sharp increase in the proportion of older Americans being treated for illicit substances such as cocaine, heroin and marijuana. Substance Abuse: Sharp Increase of Older Americans Being Admitted for Substances such as Cocaine, Heroin and Marijuana
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Friday, June 11, 2010
Tanning Tax:IRS Issues Regulations on 10-Percent Tax on Tanning Services Effective July 1
The Internal Revenue Service today issued regulations outlining the administration of a 10-percent excise tax on indoor tanning services that goes into effect on July 1, Tanning Tax:IRS Issues Regulations on 10-Percent Tax on Tanning Services Effective July 1
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Friday, May 21, 2010
IRS: Interest Rates Remain the Same For the Third Quarter of 2010
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Friday, May 14, 2010
IRS: Save Money, Sign Up Now for the 2010 IRS Nationwide Tax Forums
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Monday, May 03, 2010
IRS: Open House on Saturday May 15 to Help Small Businesses, Individuals Solve Tax Problems
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Friday, April 23, 2010
Credit Card Interest Rate Scams: FTC Warns Consumers
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Thursday, April 22, 2010
IRS Reaches Out to Millions of Employers on Benefits of New Health Care Tax Credit
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Credit Repair and Mortgage Relief Service: Marketers Banned from Selling Services
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Wednesday, April 21, 2010
More Women are Graduate Degree Holders than Men, Ages 25-29
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Monday, April 19, 2010
Toyota to Pay $16.375 Million Civil Fine
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Monday, April 05, 2010
Government Jobs Wanted? Don't Get Swindled
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Friday, April 02, 2010
Hacking Smart Phones - Can Clever Hackers Target Smart Phones?
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Friday, March 26, 2010
The New World of Mobile Phones: There are Basically Two Types
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Thursday, March 25, 2010
Starting a Home-Based Business? Make Sure You're Properly Insured
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Credit Card Security: Dave & Buster's Settles FTC Charges it Failed to Protect Consumers' Credit & Debit Card Information
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Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Beware of IRS' 2010 "Dirty Dozen" Tax Scams
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Monday, March 15, 2010
IRS: Nine Things You Should Know about Penalties
The tax filing deadline is approaching. If you don't file your return and pay your tax by the due date you may have to pay a penalty. Here are nine things the IRS wants you to know about the two different penalties you may face if you do not pay or file on time. IRS: Nine Things You Should Know about Penalties
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Friday, March 12, 2010
National Sleep Awareness Week Is March 7-13
Chronic, long-term sleep disorders affect millions of Americans each year. These disorders and the sleep deprivation they cause can interfere with work, driving, social activities, and overall quality of life, and can have serious health implications. National Sleep Awareness Week Is March 7-13
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Thursday, March 11, 2010
Texting While Driving: Wyoming Becomes the 20th State to Ban Texting While Driving
Texting while driving, like talking on cell phones while driving, is dangerous to the driver doing it and all of those around them. Texting While Driving: Wyoming Becomes the 20th State to Ban Texting While Driving
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Friday, March 05, 2010
IRS Tax Refunds: IRS Has $1.3 Billion for People Who Have Not Filed a 2006 Tax Return
Unclaimed tax refunds totaling more than $1.3 billion are awaiting nearly 1.4 million people who did not file a federal income tax return for 2006, the Internal Revenue Service announced today. IRS Has $1.3 Billion for People Who Have Not Filed a 2006 Tax Return
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Thursday, March 04, 2010
Mortgage Debt Forgiveness : Ten Facts about Mortgage Debt Forgiveness
If your mortgage debt is partly or entirely forgiven during tax years 2007 through 2012, you may be able to claim special tax relief and exclude the debt forgiven from your income. Mortgage Debt Forgiveness : Ten Facts about Mortgage Debt Forgiveness
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Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Evenflo Recalls 66,000 Children's Activity Centers Cake Toys on Centers Due to Choking Hazard
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Cash for College Workshops Offered Until March 2
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Toyota Third Recall: U.S. Department of Transportation Responds to Third Toyota Recall
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Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Credit and Gift Cards in 2010: Changes Take Effect Feb 22
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Friday, February 05, 2010
Disabled? Seven Tax Tips for Disabled Taxpayers
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Friday, January 29, 2010
IRS: Free Tax Help Available Nationwide
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Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Toyota Recalls Certain Model Year Vehicles due to Pedal Accelerator Problems
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Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Childcare Tax Credit: IRS Tax Tip
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Honda Recalls Certain MY Acura 2010 MDX Vehicles
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Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Haiti Earthquake: Magnitude 7.0 - HAITI REGION
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Thursday, January 07, 2010
Recently Married or Divorce? IRS Offers Five Facts you need to know about
If you were married or divorced recently, there are a couple of things you'll want to do to ensure the name on your tax return matches the name registered with the Social Security Administration. Recently Married or Divorce? IRS Offers Five Facts you need to know about
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Government Job Grants: $100 million in green jobs training grants annouced
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Scholarship for Women Science Students Now Available
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