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What you should know about your credit score
What you should know about your credit score
Credit scores can affect your mortgage, even getting a job
The 5 Questions to Ask at a Job Interview
The 5 Questions to Ask at a Job Interview
Expert: ask about company culture and why job is vacant.
Bills.com Budget Guide
Bills.com Budget Guide
Download this free guide which shows how to manage a budget. (PDF: 1MB)
This guide explains the importance of budgets & shows how to keep track of one. (PDF: 1MB)

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Tips to make next year's taxes less stressful
Tips to make next year's taxes less stressful
Most of us approach taxes as something to put off thinking about until absolutely necessary. However, with a bit of forethought and preparation, you can make next year's taxes go much more smoothly.
Most of us approach taxes as something to put off thinking about until absolutely necessary. However, with a bit of forethought and preparation, you can make next year's taxes go much more smoothly.
How to safeguard your tax returns from identity theft
How to safeguard your tax returns from identity theft
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Identity thieves are sophisticated and may get your information despite your best efforts. That doesn't mean, however, that common sense precautions don't work.
Identity thieves are sophisticated and may get your information despite your best efforts. That doesn't mean, however, that common sense precautions don't work.
Our favorite income tax apps for iPad
Our favorite income tax apps for iPad
The big deadline to file your income taxes with the IRS is Tuesday, April 17. Though it's still a bit limited, the tax app selection for iPad is better than any other platform.
The big deadline to file your income taxes with the IRS is Tuesday, April 17. Though it's still a bit limited, the tax app selection for iPad is better than any other platform.
Does online tax software really save you money?
Does online tax software really save you money?
Both online tax software and tax professionals have their own set of advantages, but which one is actually better for your bottom line?
Both online tax software and tax professionals have their own set of advantages, but which one is actually better for your bottom line?
What does filing as head of household mean for your taxes?
What does filing as head of household mean for your taxes?
In order to file as head of household, you must meet several requirements. Find out whether being head of household comes with any tax benefits.
In order to file as head of household, you must meet several requirements. Find out whether being head of household comes with any tax benefits.
Use your tax refund wisely
Use your tax refund wisely
Eight smart ways to spend that bonus paycheck
Eight smart ways to spend that bonus paycheck
Mortgage and home tax deductions
Mortgage and home tax deductions
What federal tax deductions can you take for a mortgage and other home ownership expenses?
What federal tax deductions can you take for a mortgage and other home ownership expenses?

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7 foods that boost your brainpower
7 foods that boost your brainpower
Making big decisions for your company? Add these foods to your regular diet to keep your mind sharp.
Making big decisions for your company? Add these foods to your regular diet to keep your mind sharp.
What's on a consumer credit report?
What's on a consumer credit report?
While most people realize that their personal creditworthiness is tracked on something called a credit report, few know much about it or their scoring system.
While most people realize that their personal creditworthiness is tracked on something called a credit report, few know much about it or their scoring system.
3 super-cheap marketing tactics
3 super-cheap marketing tactics
The following strategies and tools can be a great starting point for cash-strapped CEOs looking to kickstart their marketing programs on the cheap.
The following strategies and tools can be a great starting point for cash-strapped CEOs looking to kickstart their marketing programs on the cheap.
Why you need a will
Why you need a will
Wills are not only for the wealthy or the old. Every adult should have one.
Wills are not only for the wealthy or the old. Every adult should have one.
6 things you think add value to your home - but really don't
6 things you think add value to your home - but really don't
Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room can be a wise investment, as they do add to the value of the home. Other projects, however, allow little opportunity to recover the costs when it's time to sell.
Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room can be a wise investment, as they do add to the value of the home. Other projects, however, allow little opportunity to recover the costs when it's time to sell.
7 ways Washington may affect small business this year
7 ways Washington may affect small business this year
Never mind about the IRS shenanigans. Here's what you should be watching in Washington.
Never mind about the IRS shenanigans. Here's what you should be watching in Washington.
How the 2014 Obama budget could affect your finances
How the 2014 Obama budget could affect your finances
Depending on which estimate you believe, Obama's proposed budget would raise the tax bill of a household with a yearly income of $50k - $75k between $63 and $100 per year. However, that's not all you should know.
Depending on which estimate you believe, Obama's proposed budget would raise the tax bill of a household with a yearly income of $50,000 to $75,000 between $63 and $100 per year. However, that's not all you should know.

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Pennington Co. Sheriffs department looking to fill 15 positions
Pennington Co. Sheriffs department looking to fill 15 positions
Local law enforcement is looking for a few good men & women. The Pennington County Sheriff's Department hosted a job fair at the Western Dakota Tech Library Friday. The purpose of the fair was to fill
The Pennington County Sheriff's Department hosted a job fair at the Western Dakota Tech Library Friday.
New rules for labeling meat go into effect in US
New rules for labeling meat go into effect in US
MILWAUKEE (AP) _ Consumers will soon see labels on their meat telling them where the animal was born, raised and slaughtered. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has required country of origin
Consumers will soon see labels on their meat telling them where the animal was born, raised and slaughtered.
Canadian engineering firm sets up shop in Rapid City
Canadian engineering firm sets up shop in Rapid City
Rapid City is set to welcome another engineering firm to town. Caber Engineering, an engineering firm based out of Calgary, Alberta will set up shop in Rapid City's Black Hills Business Development Center
Caber Engineering, an engineering firm based out of Calgary, Alberta will set up shop in Rapid City's Black Hills Business Development Center in June.
Black Hills Corp breaks ground on gas-fired power plant in Cheyenne
Black Hills Corp breaks ground on gas-fired power plant in Cheyenne
A groundbreaking ceremony is planned Wednesday for a gas-fired power plant on the outskirts of Cheyenne. Black Hills Corp. subsidiaries Cheyenne Light, Fuel & Power and Black Hills Power are developing
Black Hills Corp. subsidiaries Cheyenne Light, Fuel & Power and Black Hills Power are developing the Cheyenne Prairie Generating Station.
Gold Dust set to reopen in Deadwood after major renovations
Gold Dust set to reopen in Deadwood after major renovations
It's official, the Gold Dust casino in Deadwood that closed on New Years Day will soon be re-opening. Mayor Chuck Turbiville says first the existing property which covers half a city block, will undergo
It's official, the Gold Dust casino in Deadwood that closed on New Years Day will soon be re-opening. Mayor Chuck Turbiville says first the existing property which covers half a city block, will undergo
Coal plant aims to keep Gillette air clean
Coal plant aims to keep Gillette air clean
The coal industry is the heart of Gillette. But in order for the city to thrive, that coal needs to be responsibly mined and burned. "We've got a couple of power plants that you'll see, and a lot of
Power plants in the Powder River Basin make sure to burn coal cleanly to preserve Gillette's air quality
Sequester cuts could affect KOTA Territory food banks
Sequester cuts could affect KOTA Territory food banks
FEDERAL SEQUESTER CUTS COULD SOON TAKE A TOLL ON KOTA TERRITORY ANTI HUNGER PROGRAMS, BUT JUST HOW SOON IS A WAITING GAME. LEGISLATION APPROVED BY THE HOUSE AGRICULTURE COMMITTEE WOULD CUT ABOUT 2.5
Federal sequester cuts could soon take a toll on KOTA Territory anti hunger programs, but just how soon?
Gas prices on the rise in KOTA Territory
Gas prices on the rise in KOTA Territory
Gasoline at some stations in Rapid City is nearly 30 cents more per gallon from a couple weeks ago. Most stations are posting $3.30 per gallon, an increase of about 20 cents in a week. Across South
Most stations are posting $3.30 per gallon, an increase of about 20 cents in a week.
Gas prices in Rapid City inch past $3 again
Gas prices in Rapid City inch past $3 again
Gas prices have been slowly going town in recent weeks, but there has been a change. Over the last few days gas prices have started to inch back up here in Rapid City. According to Gasbuddy.com prices
Some stations in Rapid City (that were below the $3 mark) are posting prices now over $3 a gallon.

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Building toward recovery
Building toward recovery
Construction leads the way, but the recovery is affecting a broader base of businesses, according to a new study.
Construction leads the way, but the recovery is affecting a broader base of businesses, according to a new study.
Economy may have lasting effect on young people's outlook
Economy may have lasting effect on young people's outlook
Happiness seems be a generational thing, new research suggests. Life satisfaction generally increases with age, but a person's overall level of satisfaction appears to depend on when he or she was born.
Happiness seems be a generational thing, new research suggests. Life satisfaction generally increases with age, but a person's overall level of satisfaction appears to depend on when he or she was born.
What the new mortgage rules mean for borrowers
What the new mortgage rules mean for borrowers
The CFPB has rolled out long-awaited new rules for residential mortgages. So what will be the impact on mortgage borrowers?
The CFPB has rolled out long-awaited new rules for residential mortgages. So what will be the impact on mortgage borrowers?
New qualified mortgage rules released
New qualified mortgage rules released
Long-awaited "qualified mortgage" rules have been issued by the CFPB, setting forth guidelines to protect borrowers from predatory lending.
Long-awaited "qualified mortgage" rules have been issued by the CFPB, setting forth guidelines to protect borrowers from predatory lending.
House joins Senate to OK bill that avoids fiscal cliff
House joins Senate to OK bill that avoids fiscal cliff
The House of Representatives settled on an 11th-hour agreement that averted widespread tax increases and spending cuts that were set to kick in Jan. 1.
The House of Representatives settled on an 11th-hour agreement that averted widespread tax increases and spending cuts that were set to kick in Jan. 1.

Personal FinanceMore>>
What's on a consumer credit report?
What's on a consumer credit report?
While most people realize that their personal creditworthiness is tracked on something called a credit report, few know much about it or their scoring system.
While most people realize that their personal creditworthiness is tracked on something called a credit report, few know much about it or their scoring system.
Why you need a will
Why you need a will
Wills are not only for the wealthy or the old. Every adult should have one.
Wills are not only for the wealthy or the old. Every adult should have one.
6 things you think add value to your home - but really don't
6 things you think add value to your home - but really don't
Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room can be a wise investment, as they do add to the value of the home. Other projects, however, allow little opportunity to recover the costs when it's time to sell.
Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room can be a wise investment, as they do add to the value of the home. Other projects, however, allow little opportunity to recover the costs when it's time to sell.
How the 2014 Obama budget could affect your finances
How the 2014 Obama budget could affect your finances
Depending on which estimate you believe, Obama's proposed budget would raise the tax bill of a household with a yearly income of $50k - $75k between $63 and $100 per year. However, that's not all you should know.
Depending on which estimate you believe, Obama's proposed budget would raise the tax bill of a household with a yearly income of $50,000 to $75,000 between $63 and $100 per year. However, that's not all you should know.
How to handle and prevent identity theft
How to handle and prevent identity theft
Every year, identity thieves misuse the personal information of more than 11 million Americans. This makes identity theft one of the fastest-growing crimes in the country.
Every year, identity thieves misuse the personal information of more than 11 million Americans. This makes identity theft one of the fastest-growing crimes in the country.