Taxes

 Pennsylvania Tax on Gas Wholesalers Bumps Up Prices

January 12, 2014 

Pennsylvania Tax on Gas Wholesalers Bumps Up Prices

The price of gas jumped about nine cents per gallon in the first week of 2014, prompting several analysts to conclude that the state's newly increased wholesale gas tax trickled down to consumers.

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January 10, 2014 

20-24 Year-Olds Have Less Debt Than Older Millennials

Millennials are often lumped together, but the financial realities and habits of the 20-24 year-old set are very different from their older peers, according to data from PNC's Financial Independence Survey.

 California Job Opportunities Increasing

January 9, 2014 

California Job Opportunities Increasing

In a possible sign of better things to come, California saw solid gains in job vacancies advertised online in December, according to the latest statistics from the Conference Board.

 As Healthcare Law Affects Insurance Rates, 401(k) Saving Drops

January 7, 2014 

As Healthcare Law Affects Insurance Rates, 401(k) Saving Drops

Tax deferred retirement savings accounts, especially 401(k)s, have long been a standard for American workers looking to ensure some savings and income during their retirement years. But the economy and recent changes to healthcare law and insurance premiums are having a negative effect on savings rates.