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Thursday, November 7, 2024

Trump policies cost California farmers during his last presidency. Could this time be worse?

Economists say protectionist policies could backfire on producers in the form of retaliatory tariffs imposed on products such as wine, almonds, pistachios and dairy products.

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How to get ahead on year-end tax planning and financial gift-giving

When you actively manage your finances and plan for your future, the feeling of personal financial empowerment is justly earned.

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30-year mortgage rate rises for 6th straight week

Bond yields also surged on expectations that President-elect Trump’s plans for higher tariffs, lower tax rates and lighter regulation could lead to growth, inflation and government debt.

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How and how much homeowners can transfer tax base to their next home

Prop. 19 limits a person who is over 55 years of age or severely disabled to three transfers under these provisions.

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After snafu, San Diego Comic-Con sets new sales date for final tickets

The last of the roughly 130,000 tickets go on sale Nov. 23.

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Self-driving cars aren’t here yet, but states are getting the rules ready

While no fully autonomous cars are in regular use in the country yet, some states have allowed limited testing and pilot programs on public roads.

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China is bracing for fresh tensions with Trump over trade, tech and Taiwan

Trump has promised to slap blanket 60% tariffs on all Chinese imports, and even higher if Beijing makes a move to invade Taiwan.

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See how Trump’s win got a boost from shrinking paychecks

Paycheck power index declined 4% in the Biden/Harris era after rising 5% under Trump.

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To save affordable housing, states promote resident-owned mobile home parks

Policy makers are pushing for mobile home owners to be able to buy the land beneath them.

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Federal Reserve cuts its key interest rate by a quarter-point amid postelection uncertainty

The Fed’s future moves are now more uncertain in the aftermath of the election, given that Trump’s economic proposals have been widely flagged as potentially inflationary.

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