Archive for November, 2009

On the move? Watch for deductions

Posted on November 30 2009 by admin

If your move is job-related — and you meet a couple of requirements — you’re eligible to write off a large portion of your moving expenses. Here’s a rundown.

Escape a debt, face the IRS

Posted on November 30 2009 by admin

Congratulations. You just talked a lender into reducing or canceling a troublesome debt. The bad news? Now you may have a tax problem.

Rupee rises as dlr slips; shares awaited

Posted on November 30 2009 by admin

MUMBAI (Reuters) – The rupee rose on Tuesday as the dollar fell against major currencies overseas, but it moved in a very narrow band as traders awaited the sharemarket open for direction on capital flows.

BOJ meeting weighs on yen, Asia stocks steady

Posted on November 30 2009 by admin

HONG KONG (Reuters) – The dollar recovered early losses on Tuesday as the yen came under pressure ahead of a special central bank meeting while Asian shares were steady as investors paused after Monday’s bounce.

Dollar dips as Dubai fears fade, Asia stocks steady

Posted on November 30 2009 by admin

HONG KONG (Reuters) – The dollar slipped on Tuesday as fears about the ripple effects of Dubai’s debt woes eased while Asian shares were steady as investors took a breather after Monday’s bounce.

Dubai says not responsible for Dubai World debt

Posted on November 30 2009 by admin

DUBAI (Reuters) – The Dubai government said on Monday it was not responsible for the debts of Dubai World, dealing a blow to creditors’ assumptions that the Arab emirate would guarantee the conglomerate’s liabilities.

7 tools to rebuild your nest egg

Posted on November 30 2009 by admin

Investing for retirement can be rough task when you’re facing day-to-day struggles in a down economy. These investment vehicles offer simplicity, safety and a decent return.

$123.5 million in tax refunds unclaimed

Posted on November 30 2009 by admin

If you moved after filing your 2008 return and never gave the IRS your new address, some of that money could be yours. Claim it easily by phone or Internet.

Dubai World says restructuring involves $26 bln debt

Posted on November 30 2009 by admin

DUBAI (Reuters) – Dubai World unveiled details of a restructuring plan on Monday that would include its main property firms but leave other companies untouched in a move covering $26 billion in debt that could include asset sales.

MetLife hits 1-m mark in policy sales

Posted on November 30 2009 by admin

MetLife India Insurance Company Ltd (MetLife) on Monday crossed the 1- million mark in policies issued, taking the total number of lives insured to 2 million (including the group business). The company, which started its operations in India in 2002, is now one of the fastest-growing life insurance companies in the country with a presence in over 690 locations and a market share of 3.5%. Outlining the MetLife journey, Rajesh Relan, MetLife s managing director, said, It is indeed a moment of pride for us at MetLife to achieve the 1-million mark. This achievement further strengthens our position as one of …

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