March 13, 2021

Superior, Wis., couple sprouts web-based seed company

In November, the couple launched Superior Seed Company, a web-based business that offers premium herb, veggie and flower kits with instructions on how to plant […]
March 13, 2021

Payday lenders resist pressure to cut rates from around Minnesota

A bill that would cap payday-loan rates is unlikely to make it to Gov. Tim Walz’s desk this spring. Sen. Gary Dahms, the Republican from […]
March 13, 2021

Schafer: There's value in offices, even if Target says it's declining

It might be easy to forget, after hearing Target Corp. say last week that it will empty a huge downtown office tower, that Minneapolis before […]
March 13, 2021

In risky move, buyers waive inspections in red hot Twin Cities home market

Rachel Scarrella had no doubt the new windows and furnace and first-time buyer-friendly price would make the 1970s home she recently put up for sale […]
March 13, 2021

Common tools can save you time, money on taxes

Receipts, like memories, tend to fade with time. That’s just one reason to digitize and track tax-related information. The right apps and habits can save […]
March 13, 2021

When assessing taxes, don't focus on fairness

Let’s make a couple of things abundantly clear — tax policies are political and there is no such thing as fair. Taxes pay for the […]
March 13, 2021

When taking a vaccine selfie, avoid giving scammers a hand

The liberating, euphoric feeling of receiving your COVID-19 vaccine might be as thrilling as getting, say, that first driver’s license. It’s one of those milestones […]
March 13, 2021

5 sneaky things COVID-19 might do to your tax bill

Staying home for months on end has taken a toll on everyone, but it can also take a toll on your tax return. Here are […]
March 13, 2021

Simple investing rules such as the 60/40 portfolio are just starting points

Personal finance is full of simple rules — guideposts to decisionmaking. Here’s one: How much can you withdraw from your retirement portfolio annually without worrying […]
March 13, 2021

Minnesota businesses join mass COVID-19 vaccination campaign

If you work at UnitedHealth Group, the company won’t force you to get a COVID-19 vaccination. But the company tries hard to make it easy […]