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College Savings Plan Is Worth a Look

BY STEVE DINNENIt’s National College Savings Month (and it’s also National Trucker Appreciation Month). ...

Donor program keeps farmland being farmed, helps c …

BY STEVE DINNENA northwest Iowa farm will bring the gift of clean water and ...

Individuals Can Get in on Property Development Inv …

BY STEVE DINNENDes Moines is booming, with construction cranes rising from every square mile ...

Being a Records Pack Rat Pays Off

By Steve Dinnen My wife has, from time to time (i.e., repeatedly), reminded me ...

Tighter Standards on Financial Advisers Are Delaye …

BY STEVE DINNENThe U.S. Department of Labor has kicked the can down the road ...

D.M.’s Power Dining Spots: Where Deals Are Made

Above: Embassy Club West offers a semi-formal dining room as well as an inviting patio ...

Act Fast to Save Money on National Park Visits

Above: The beauty of America’s national parks is a better value if you get a ...

Choosing an Accountant Who’s Right for You

BY STEVE DINNENThis might help when you interview a new or replacement accountant: Bring ...

Be Like Bill: Read to Learn This Summer

BY STEVE DINNENWhen you head to the beach or pool this summer, you’ll want ...

Smart Strategies — and Brazilian Gold

BY STEVE DINNEN We all have an investment style — aggressive versus conservative, speculative ...