Warren Buffett once told Barack Obama the wealthy should pay more tax — and that his wealth is partly down to luck

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Warren Buffett and Barack Obama.

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Universal basic income has gone from utopian vision to economic reality. Here's what you need to know about UBI.

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UBI is no longer just a utopian vision.

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Here's what the economy could look like with a Biden or Trump presidency

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President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have different plans for how they'd tackle the US economy if they win the November election.

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Wyoming, Delaware, and Montana are the most entrepreneurial states of 2024 so far. It might be due to business-friendly taxes.

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Main Street in Bozeman, Montana. Wyoming and Montana have been hot spots for new businesses.

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The IRS says its direct file program saved Americans $5.6 million in filing fees. Now they're making it permanent.

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US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has said tax filing should be simple.

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3 US cities drawing more millionaires with lower taxes, cheaper homes, and shorter commutes

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Scottsdale, Arizona.
Scottsdale, Arizona.

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Warren Buffett said he could make a 50% return on $1 million and predicted higher taxes. Here are 14 Q&A nuggets.

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Warren Buffett.

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I'm a tax lawyer who helps wealthy people move to lower their taxes — and prepare for residency audits

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Here's what Mark Cuban's $275.9 million in taxes would cover for the US government

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Mark Cuban has been touted as a future presidential candidate.

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Mark Cuban says he's proud to pay $288 million in taxes this year, unlike a certain former president

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Mark Cuban (left) and former President Donald Trump (right).
Mark Cuban (left) and former President Donald Trump (right).

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