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Dividend Stocks: The S&P Elite
These 28 companies have boosted their payouts in each of the past 25 years with top S&P STARS rankings. They include Abbott Labs, Aflac, Coca-Cola, ExxonMobil, Family Dollar, J&J, Kimberly-Clark, McDonalds, Pepsi, P&G, 3M, Wal-Mart and more.
http://www.businessweek.com/investor/content/nov2008/pi2008116_893947.htm
Tax Changes Coming, But When?
Taxpayers' bills will very likely change under President-elect Barack Obama's administration, but don't hold your breath for major tax changes as soon as he takes office. Here is what you can expect and when.
http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/Obamas-plans-may-delayed-your/story.aspx?guid=%7B06D020A6%2D9797%2D4B89%2DB48C%2D6037BDA934FD%7D
What's in Store for Top Stores Over Holiday's
Holiday sales are being rolled out well before Black Friday this year. From Nordstrom's half-yearly sale with 40% off or more to Wal-Mart's in-store specials starting this Saturday at 8am here is a sampling of what you can expect and how to get the most out of holiday sales.
http://www.smartmoney.com/Spending/Deals/Get-the-Most-Out-Of-Retailers-Holiday-Sales/
Are Obama Mementos a Good Investment?
Barack Obama's election is being hailed as a historic moment. Does that make buying a $100 copy of November 5th's Chicago Tribune on eBay, with an original cost of 75 cents, a good investment? From autographs and newspapers to buttons and inaugural items, how to size up Obamabilia.
http://www.smartmoney.com/Spending/Deals/Are-Obama-Mementos-A-Good-Investment/
Most Dangerous Holidays for Drivers
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Thanksgiving is the most dangerous holiday for drivers thanks to heavy traffic, drinking and long-distance car trips which combine to create fatal travel conditions. Independence Day, Memorial Day Weekend, Labor Day Weekend and New Year's Eve/Day round out the top 5 most dangerous.
http://www.forbes.com/lifestyle/2008/11/06/dangerous-driving-holidays-forbeslife-cx_jd_1106travel.html
Warren Buffett, tells us more!
Oil has dropped $13, so gasoline should drop 30 cents, Americans hope
Wal-Mart's new Supermercado concept could be huge
