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Why your taxes are going up, jumbo loan rates decline & best places to live - Today in Money 5/15

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Charlotte, NC Named Best Place to Live
Apparently, there's just something about North Carolina. For the second year in a row, America's best city in which to live lies within its borders, according to Relocate-America.com's annual list. This year, Charlotte, N.C., is in the top spot, the site announced this week. Last year's winner was Asheville, N.C., which slipped to No. 7 on this year's list. Other top places are runner-up San Antonio, TX, Chattanooga, TN, Greenville, SC and Tulsa, OK.
Charlotte dethrones Asheville, N.C., as best place to live - MarketWatch

Jumbo Loan Rates Finally Decline
The interest rates for jumbo mortgage loans are coming down, but standards for qualifying are much tighter.
Jumbo loan rates finally decline - Bankrate.com


Why Your Tax Rate Is Going Up
Taxes are likely to head higher. And that could derail your retirement plan. Here's how to protect yourself.
Revell on retirement: Why your tax rate is going up - CNNmoney

Wedding Loans

Borrowing money to pay for a wedding is one of the biggest financial mistakes a couple can make.
Wedding Loans: Till Death Do You Owe s - TheStreet.com

Choosing the Right Smartphone for You

Move over iPhone. For email addicts or those on a budget, here's how to choose the right smartphone.
Slideshow: Choosing the Right Smartphone for You - SmartMoney

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