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(The Center Square) òòò½ÊÓÆµ“ A proposal by Texas Republicans mirrors a controversial one proposed by Illinois Democrats that critics argue would force credit card users to pay sales taxes and tips in cash. If enacted, it would kill small business and jobs, disrupt multiple industries and create chaos for consumers, opponents of the measure argue.

Five years of COVID-era relief for federally-insured mortgages has helped millions of American homeowners retain their properties, while artificially inflating home prices and leading to the potential for Bubble 2.0, insist some experts who are hailing a decision from President Donald Trumpòòò½ÊÓÆµ™s administration, announced Tuesday, to end one program in September.òòò½ÊÓÆµ The move comes after [òòò½ÊÓÆµ¦]

An Eau Claire man who was convicted of loan fraud in Sawyer òòò½ÊÓÆµ in 2011 had his sentence modified in a court appearance before Judge John Yackel on March 27, 2025.

òòò½ÊÓÆµ¢ Larry Braud is Brinkman Real Estateòòò½ÊÓÆµ™s new VP of Investments, directing acquisitions and asset management in Montana, Idaho, Washington, and Oregon. His expertise spans residential and commercial real estate, including strategic planning, underwriting, and construction oversight. Braud excels in property redevelopment and joint venture management, consistently optimizing investments. His leadership will drive Brinkmanòòò½ÊÓÆµ™s growth, leveraging his experience in integrating capital sources. He holds an MBA from Louisiana State University and a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Louisiana Tech University.

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Managing money wisely is one of the most important skills a person can have, yet many Americans struggle with financial literacy. April is Financial Literacy Month, a time dedicated to helping individuals and businesses improve their financial knowledge and make smarter money decisions. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is committed to this mission through Financial Wellness HQ, a free resource designed to guide you through key financial topics.