Business

Tax Credits help homeowners winterize their homes

Friday, 13 November 2009 16:04

WASHINGTON — People can now weatherize their homes and be rewarded for their efforts. According to the Internal Revenue Service, homeowners making energy-saving improvements this fall can cut their winter heating bills and lower their 2009 tax bill as well.

Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce recognized five businesses at 3rd Annual Awards Ceremony

Thursday, 05 November 2009 16:08

Five Twin Cities businesses received distinguished awards from the Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce (MBCC) at its 3rd annual Umoja Awards Ceremony Friday, November 6. The ceremony was held at the Radisson Hotel in downtown Minneapolis. Each year, the awards ceremony and dinner recognize outstanding business achievements of the African American community and those working as advocates of the business community.

What parents need to know if a child is under arrest or investigation

Thursday, 29 October 2009 15:46 F. Clayton Tyler P.A

As a parent, you want to do what is best for your child or children. You want to protect them, believe the best of them, and create a future for them that is better than your own. That is all part of trying to be a good parent, and if your son or daughter is involved in a conflict with the law the best way you can do that is by turning the case over to a legal professional.

Purchase for Africa: An appeal for American apparel buys

Wednesday, 28 October 2009 14:57 William Reed

Labels do matter. When it comes to African Americans’ apparel purchases Howard University business students say “Labels do matter” and encourages these consumers to engage in socially conscious buying and to “look for Lesotho labels” when they shop. African Americans consumer power can help change Africa. African Americans’ buying power exceeds $900 billion. Blacks’ apparel purchases total $20 billion each year.

Mayor Rybak calls for extension of jobless benefits for Minnesotans

Friday, 23 October 2009 16:55

Standing with people trying to get back on their feet and find work, Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak last week called on Congress to quickly extend federal unemployment benefits for Minnesotans. Unless action is taken soon, thousands of Minnesotans without jobs will lose unemployment benefits by the end of the year.

Taxpayers: Tax deduction for vehicle purchases

Friday, 16 October 2009 17:36

The "Cash for Clunkers" program for new cars may have ended, but the IRS wants to remind taxpayers that many people might overlook another special break available. If you buy a new vehicle this year, there's a special federal tax deduction available that can help you save money, in some cases hundreds of dollars. This tax break will allow people who buy a new vehicle in 2009 to deduct the sales and excise taxes they pay when they file their tax return next year. The tax deduction is available on the 2009 federal tax return even for those who claim the standard deduction.