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Buc-ee’s chain draws outcry in Ohio for launching fight over a mini mart's beaver logo
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BEAVERCREEK, Ohio (AP) — A lip-licking alligator, a smiling moose and a hat-wearing bear are among the many cartoon animals to have found themselves in the crosshairs of Buc-ee’s, the popular Texas convenience store chain that has a penchant for protecting its buck-toothed beaver.
But now Buc-ee's has set off a Bucke ... (full story)
Points, Points, Points
Q. What are financial "points"? -- G.L., Decatur, Georgia
A. There are a few different kinds. If you're taking on a mortgage, you can typically opt to pay one or more "points" in order to lower your interest rate (and, thus, your monthly payment). A point is set equal to 1% of your loan value, so with a $300, ... (full story)
The best way to invest money you may need for long-term care
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I’ve written about how to decide how much to set aside for long-term-care expenses for people who have decided to forgo insurance. But where and how should those funds be invested?
Where to invest for long-term care
You don’t have to maintain a separate account for your long-term-care fund, but you do need to let ... (full story)
A new look and fresh merch are winning customers back at Target as sales rebound
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NEW YORK (AP) — Target reported a second straight quarter of comparable sales gains on Aug. 19, saying that a merchandising overhaul under the retailer's new CEO attracted more customers and boosted sales both in stores and online.
The mass-market discount retailer also benefited from a tariff refund of $994 million after ... (full story)
Protecting Your Assets With a DAPT
Are you concerned about protecting your assets, perhaps because you are in a "high risk" occupation? A relatively new method (Domestic Asset Protection Trust or DAPT) might be worth exploring with your legal and tax counsel. Let's review some resources for further study.
The American College of Trust and Estate Counse ... (full story)