Personal Finance News - February 22

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February 22

NEWS SPORTS LIFE MONEY TECH TRAVEL OPINION WEATHER

Investing: Who can profit from merger mania? As mergers and acquisitions heat up, investors are looking for ways to make money. Mortgage rates edge up after three weeks Average 30-year mortgage was 3.56% this week. Ask Matt: What's the allure of preferred stock? To some, preferred stock is the perfect blend of one part stock and one part bond. ADVERTISEMENT

MORE HEADLINES columnist Program helps soldiers with financial matters For military members, financial stress is a constant. Military Saves Week aims to help. columnist Bulls, bears spar over markets' round numbers Investors love to make lines in the sand for stock indexes as they approach round numbers. Personal Finance Is the payroll tax hike weighing on your spending? Share your story in the comments, for an upcoming article. nation Could 2013 gasoline prices hit record highs? Gas prices up 47 cents in past four weeks. When will prices peak? cars Traffic tickets don't always boost insurance rates A traffic ticket won't always raise your insurance rates, study says Personal Finance Tax tip: Figuring out your stock's cost basis Cashed out an investment in 2012? Check your cost basis. It's not as hard as it sounds. columnist Difference between LIFO/FIFO can mean lower tax Choosing between the two accounting methods on investment gains will determine tax bite.   See More on USATODAY.com

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