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Federal Reserve could have done more to boost the economy

Falling mortgage rates fueled by the Federal Reserve Board are having a limited impact on the economy, Federal Reserve Bank of New York President William Dudley said today in a speech, CNNMoney reported.

Though the …

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IRS seeks millions from InFocus Partners of West Des Moines

A West Des Moines company that provides personnel services was hit with a nearly $1.2 million federal tax lien Friday for failing to pay withholding taxes.

The filing is the most recent effort by the …

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U.S. Supreme Court will not hear Des Moines’ franchise fee appeal

The city of Des Moines will not get its day before the U.S. Supreme Court on a state-court-ordered refund of an estimated $40 million in franchise fees that residents paid for nearly five years.

This …

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An economist looks for a few sound minds

Dave Swenson, an Iowa State University economist, has taken a critical look at the current inhabitants of the Iowa Legislature, trying to find someone with a working knowledge of tax policy. His conclusion: The body …

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You might be surprised at results in this survey on presidential preferences

Iowa small businesses believe the economy and jobs are the most important factors when choosing a president, according to new data released by The George Washington University and Thumbtack.com.

However, Iowa owners differ from their …

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Fundraiser lets legal community dress casually, support a good cause

The Iowa Association of Legal Administrators “Jeans for Justice” fundraising event will take place Oct. 26 to raise money for Iowa Legal Aid, a nonprofit organization that provides legal assistance to Iowans in need.

Members …

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Studies make case for immigration reform

A new study showing that immigrants founded one-quarter of U.S. technology start-up companies could fuel calls to relax immigration rules ahead of next month’s U.S. presidential elections, where the economy and immigration are key issues, Reuters …

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U.S. Supreme Court rejects Des Moines’ franchise fee plea

The city of Des Moines will not get its day before the U.S. Supreme Court on a state-court-ordered refund of an estimated $40 million in franchise fees that residents paid for nearly five years.

This …

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Tax group peers over ‘fiscal cliff,’ sees average tax hike of $3,500

American households face an average tax increase of $3,500 if Congress doesn’t act to avert the so-called fiscal cliff, according to a new analysis from the Tax Policy Center, CNNMoney reported.

Overall, 88 percent of …

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Kirke withdraws application for proposed Urbandale casino

Fair Grounds LLC, a company headed by business partners Gary Kirke and Mike Richards, has withdrawn its application for the proposed Urbandale casino on 86 acres of prime development ground, Urbandale City Administrator A.J. Johnson confirmed late …