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    <copyright>2012 USNews.com</copyright>
    <pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:21:25 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>The Return of Herman Cain--and 9-9-9</title>
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        <p>A new book will help keep the former presidential candidate's quirky tax plan alive.</p>
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      <author>Rick Newman</author>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2012 12:45:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Democrats Break Through Gridlock with Payroll Tax Cut Agreement</title>
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        <p>Republicans backed down on payroll tax holiday.</p>
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      <author>Kenneth T. Walsh</author>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2012 10:35:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Government is Taxing Your Valentine</title>
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        <p>The U.S. government takes a big cut of your Valentine's Day sweet nothings. 
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      <author>Lauren Fox</author>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:54:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Retirement Contributions: Roth Versus Traditional</title>
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        <p>Weighing the pros and cons</p>
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      <author>Scott Holsopple</author>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Dems Tout GOP Payroll Tax Plan as Political Victory</title>
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        <p>Dems see political gain in surprising announcement from House GOP.</p>
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      <author>Alex M. Parker</author>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:25:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Despite Inflation Forecast, Prices on Everyday Items Expected to Climb this Year</title>
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        <p>Americans are likely to see cost hikes on everything from cell phone bills to orange juice this year.</p>
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      <author>Meg Handley</author>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:54:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Tax Tips for Americans Living Abroad</title>
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        <p>For Americans residing outside of the country, tax headaches await.</p>
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      <author>David Francis</author>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:35:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Does Debt Transfer to Heirs? What to Know When a Loved One Passes</title>
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        <p>Tips for managing the deceased's estate </p>
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      <author>Ken Roberts</author>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>5 Reasons to File Your Taxes Early</title>
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        <p>Although you have until April 17, there are a number of compelling reasons to get your return in early.</p>
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      <author>Money Crashers</author>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Mitt Romney Released 23 Years of Tax Returns </title>
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        <p>Romney releases two years of financial info to voters, 23 years to McCain.
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      <author>Lauren Fox</author>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:34:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Tax Tips for Retirees</title>
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        <p>Many people don’t realize that the IRS still takes a bite after their working days are done.</p>
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      <author>David Francis</author>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:40:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Retiring Soon? 4 Thoughts to Consider</title>
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        <p>Preparing your finances for retirement</p>
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      <author>Roger Wohlner</author>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>5 Apps for Organizing Your Expenses at Tax Time</title>
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        <p>Simplify the process by using your smartphone to scan and organize receipts.</p>
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      <author>Susan Johnston</author>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:45:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>'Buffett Rule' Could Create Unintended Consequences</title>
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        <p>Is the provision more of a political tactic than a deficit-cutting move? 
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      <author>Danielle Kurtzleben</author>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:01:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Obama Win or Loss, Deficit Fix Will Still Require a Grand Bargain</title>
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        <p>Democrats won't give in to entitlement cuts without tax hikes on the rich.</p>
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      <author>Scott Galupo</author>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:51:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Obama's 8 New Ideas For the Economy</title>
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        <p>The president's vision for a second term: job retraining, help for homeowners, and more taxes on the wealthy.</p>
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      <author>Rick Newman</author>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:20:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>How to Avoid an IRS Audit</title>
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        <p>And what to do if the government takes a second look at your taxes.</p>
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      <author>David Francis</author>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:45:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Republicans Say No Payroll Tax Cut Deal Without Keystone Pipeline</title>
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        <p>Republicans insist pipeline be back on the table for any discussion of full extension.</p>
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      <author>Alex M. Parker</author>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Mitt Romney Releases Tax Info</title>
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        <p>Mitt Romney hopes tax transparency will satisfy critics.</p>
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      <author>Rebekah Metzler</author>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>DNC Pressures Mitt Romney to Release Tax Returns</title>
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        <p>Democrats try to make the GOP front-runner look like an out-of-touch rich man.</p>
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      <author>Kenneth T. Walsh</author>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:05:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Taxpayers on Hook for D.C. Protester's Potties</title>
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        <p>Occupy protest foiled in effort to raise another tent city at Capitol.</p>
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      <author>Paul Bedard</author>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:40:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Mitt Romney Tax Returns Unlikely to Change Race</title>
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        <p>Mitt Romney's wealth unlikely to impact 2012 race.</p>
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      <author>Rebekah Metzler</author>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:55:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Congress Passes Holiday Tax Extention </title>
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        <p>Congress delivered a last-minute holiday tax cut extension to 160 million workers</p>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 13:33:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>GOP Tax Debacle Could Cement Obama's WH Bid</title>
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        <p>House Majority Leader John Boehner could have dealt a crushing blow to GOP hopes of unseating Obama.</p>
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      <author>Kenneth T. Walsh</author>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 10:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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      <title>Voters Won't Blame Obama, Democrats If Payroll Tax Break Expires</title>
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        <p>House Republicans should ask Newt Gingrich who Americans will blame if payroll taxes go back up.</p>
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      <author>Susan Milligan</author>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2011 16:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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