NY comptroller warns of rising property taxes - AP - Thu 5:47 pm ET
New York state Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli says the next victims of the mortgage foreclosure crisis are the people who have managed to hold onto their homes.

Tax-free borrowing available to Ike-hit businesses - AP - Thu 5:44 pm ET
An estimated $384 million in tax-free borrowing capacity is available to private businesses in Louisiana that were damaged by Hurricane Ike, but hardly any companies have shown interest so far.

NC panel suggests tax raise, fees for road needs - AP - Thu 8:41 am ET
Higher taxes or fees for drivers and vehicle owners could be on the horizon if the Legislature agrees with recommendations tentatively approved Wednesday by a state transportation panel.

Missouri highway chief says tax money declining - AP - Thu 8:34 am ET
Missouri's highway funding has hit a pothole. The director of the Missouri Department of Transportation said Wednesday that its tax revenues are running 4.9 percent behind projections through the first four months of the fiscal year -- a trend that could jeopardize future road and bridge projects.

Group: Mich. drivers should pay $12 more a month - AP - Thu 8:31 am ET
Michigan drivers would pay at least $12 more a month in gasoline taxes and vehicle registration fees to upgrade the state's transportation system if a plan pitched Wednesday by a construction industry trade group wins approval.

Stock swoon creates chance to 'buy low' - Bankrate.com - Thu 6:00 am ET
The stock market's recent struggles make now the perfect time to "buy low" and reap rewards later.

Claiming tax-exempt status - Bankrate.com - Thu 6:00 am ET
Even students and dependents are not exempt from income tax, says CPA George Saenz.