Real Money on KOTATV.com - kotanow.com, KDUH, Scottsbluff, News, Weather and Sports

Immediate Opening: General Assignment Reporter

Real Money on KOTATV.comMore>>
Day of Excellence: a little self help, humor & inspiration
Day of Excellence: a little self help, humor & inspiration
"Think more about today, less about tomorrow, and don't buy yesterday" … Advice from motivational speaker Steve Gilliland. He spoke to a wall to wall crowd at the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center as part ofMore >>
"Think more about today, less about tomorrow, and don't buy yesterday" … Advice from motivational speaker Steve Gilliland.More >>
Can you refinance an underwater home without HARP?
Can you refinance an underwater home without HARP?
A lot of homeowners with underwater mortgages would like to refinance, but they don't qualify for HARP. Do they have other options?More >>
A lot of homeowners with underwater mortgages would like to refinance, but they don't qualify for HARP (the federal Home Affordable Refinance Program). Do they have other options?More >>

Real Money on KOTATV.comMore>>
11 best business opportunities for 2012
11 best business opportunities for 2012
Industries such as residential construction, mobile games, and big data will provide the best business opportunities in 2012.More >>
Industries such as residential construction, mobile games, and big data will provide the best business opportunities in 2012.More >>
Low energy revenue spurs cry for Sheridan private sector growth
Low energy revenue spurs cry for Sheridan private sector growth
Plummeting natural gas prices have Wyoming agencies preparing for 8 percent budget cuts across the board. Energy remains a powerhouse, but some in KOTA Territory are looking to diversify. "I don't thinkMore >>
Plummeting natural gas prices have Wyoming agencies preparing for 8 percent budget cuts across the board. Energy remains a powerhouse, but some in KOTA Territory are looking to diversify.More >>
Purchases you should always make with a credit card
Purchases you should always make with a credit card
Credit cards aren't always bad possessions to have. There are certain perks associated with using credit cards as we make routine or irregular purchases.More >>
Credit cards aren't always bad possessions to have. There are certain perks associated with using credit cards as we make routine or irregular purchases.More >>
Rapid City building permit numbers on track for strong 2012
Rapid City building permit numbers on track for strong 2012
They aren't the record numbers city leaders saw last year, but the Rapid City building permit figures for 2012 aren't too bad either.The city has issued about 1,500 permits so far this year with a totalMore >>
The city has issued about 1,500 permits so far this year with a total project value of $69.5 million.More >>
Electric car buying guide: Everything you need to know before you buy
Electric car buying guide: Everything you need to know
Electric vehicles can be intimidating for first time buyers. To help, here is a handy Electric car buying guide to help you along the way.More >>
Electric vehicles can be intimidating for first time buyers. To help, here is a handy Electric car buying guide to help you along the way.More >>
Creative ways to overcome student debt
Creative ways to overcome student debt
There's many available student debt repayment options and strategies, such as student loan initiatives and loan consolidation plans.More >>
There's many available student debt repayment options and strategies, such as student loan initiatives and loan consolidation plans.More >>
High school students learn credit, debt lessons
High school students learn credit, debt lessons
According to the US Census, approximately four out of ten young adults between 18 and 21 own a credit card. Now a kota territory high school teaches the important lesson of financial responsibility. MoreMore >>
According to the US Census, approximately four out of ten young adults between 18 and 21 own a credit card. Now a kota territory high school teaches the important lesson of financial responsibility. MoreMore >>
Fed study rejects standard explanations for housing bubble
Fed study rejects standard explanations for housing bubble
The most popular beliefs as to what caused the U.S. mortgage crisis and subsequent economic collapse are wrong, according to a new study by the Boston Fed.More >>
The most popular beliefs as to what caused the U.S. mortgage crisis and subsequent economic collapse are wrong, according to a new study by the Boston Fed.More >>
Start planning now for next year's tax return
Start planning now for next year's tax return
The tax deadline may have passed but planning for next year can start now.More >>
The tax deadline may have passed but planning for next year can start now.More >>
620, 680 or 720? What credit score do you need for a mortgage?
620, 680 or 720? What credit score do you need for a mortgage?
What kind of credit score do you need to qualify for a mortgage?More >>
What kind of credit score do you need to qualify for a mortgage? A new survey of bank executives by the Federal Reserve provides some answers.More >>
Saving cash on college textbooks: E-book rental services compared
Saving cash on college textbooks: E-book rental services compared
Recently Amazon launched a Kindle textbook rental service to compete with several other services designed to save college kids some cash. Here's a look at how e-textbook programs compare.More >>

More about the economyMore>>
JPMorgan Chase trading fiasco: What to do about big banks?
JPMorgan Chase trading fiasco: What to do about big banks?
JPMorgan's loss of $2 billion shows that the forces that unleashed the recession remain partially untamed -- and that Congress is still struggling to get a handle on the solution.More >>
JPMorgan's loss of $2 billion shows that the forces that unleashed the recession remain partially untamed -- and that Congress is still struggling to get a handle on the solution.More >>
JP Morgan $2 billion loss stirs memories of 2008 crisis
JP Morgan $2 billion loss stirs memories of 2008 crisis
JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon dubs losses 'egregious,' but market analysts expect that, this time, the damage will not spread to the entire financial system.More >>
JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon dubs losses 'egregious,' but market analysts expect that, this time, the damage will not spread to the entire financial system.More >>
Fed study rejects standard explanations for housing bubble
Fed study rejects standard explanations for housing bubble
The most popular beliefs as to what caused the U.S. mortgage crisis and subsequent economic collapse are wrong, according to a new study by the Boston Fed.More >>
The most popular beliefs as to what caused the U.S. mortgage crisis and subsequent economic collapse are wrong, according to a new study by the Boston Fed.More >>
May Day: Can Occupy Wall Street spring back to life?
May Day: Can Occupy Wall Street spring back to life?
Occupy Wall Street has big plans for May Day, including marches and strikes, but faces big challenges.More >>
Occupy Wall Street has big plans for May Day, including marches and strikes, but faces big challenges: It is still largely decentralized, and has lost its hold on the support of the public.More >>
Credit cards: How to save $400 at the pump
Credit cards: How to save $400 at the pump
Credit cards with gas rewards can be a big help in coping with high gas prices.More >>
Credit cards with gas rewards can be a big help in coping with high gas prices. The most effective credit cards could save you $400 at the pump.More >>
Senate staves off postal Armageddon with USPS reform bill
Senate staves off postal Armageddon with USPS reform bill
Postal bill averts 3,700 post-office closings for at least two years.More >>
Postal bill averts 3,700 post-office closings for at least two years, but fails to address deeper, structural problems in how the postal service manages a vast operation.More >>
Postal Service closings? System faces cash crunch. Again.
Postal Service closings? System faces cash crunch. Again.
Postal Service closings could mean longer lines and possibly slower delivery.More >>
Postal Service closings could mean longer lines and possibly slower delivery. But the alternative to Postal Service closings would mean using tax money.More >>
The future of Medicare: Why you should be worried
The future of Medicare: Why you should be worried
You might want to start preparing for retirement now.More >>
Younger generations might want to start preparing for retirement now. Some things may not last that much longerMore >>
Best Buy names the 50 stores to close; Includes 19 in 3 states
Best Buy names the 50 stores to close; Includes 19 in 3 states
Electronics retail giant Best Buy has named the 50 stores it plans to close as it struggles in the face of tough competition from e-commerce giants such as Amazon.More >>
New CFPB borrower protections proposed
New CFPB borrower protections proposed
New rules to provide consumers with greater protections in dealing with their mortgage servicers have been put forward by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.More >>

Real Money on KOTATV.comMore>>
Father's Day
Father's Day
It's Father's Day, so let's celebrate Dad.More >>
It's Father's Day... here are some tips on how to make it a special one.More >>
Home & Garden
Home & Garden
Tips for your home, both inside and out.More >>
Tips for your home, both inside and out.More >>
Slideshow: Flying cars, giant hamsters and new cars make the New York Auto Show fun again
Slideshow: Flying cars, giant hamsters and new cars make the New York Auto Show fun again
Flying cars, floating cars, debuts, concept vehicles and more.More >>
With flying cars, floating cars and giant Hot Wheels models added to the debuts and concept vehicles signs abounded that the auto industry is getting its swag back.More >>

Personal FinanceMore>>
Can you refinance an underwater home without HARP?
Can you refinance an underwater home without HARP?
A lot of homeowners with underwater mortgages would like to refinance, but they don't qualify for HARP. Do they have other options?More >>
A lot of homeowners with underwater mortgages would like to refinance, but they don't qualify for HARP (the federal Home Affordable Refinance Program). Do they have other options?More >>
Purchases you should always make with a credit card
Purchases you should always make with a credit card
Credit cards aren't always bad possessions to have. There are certain perks associated with using credit cards as we make routine or irregular purchases.More >>
Credit cards aren't always bad possessions to have. There are certain perks associated with using credit cards as we make routine or irregular purchases.More >>
Sleep deprived? Try taking a nap at work
Sleep deprived? Try taking a nap at work
Sleep deprivation is a huge productivity killer. One solution is to make naps normal at work.More >>
Sleep deprivation is a huge productivity killer. One solution is to make naps normal at work.More >>
Workaholic? Maybe you're really a successaholic
Workaholic? Maybe you're really a successaholic
Think you're an incorrigible workaholic? A Harvard professor suggests you might actually be addicted to success. And that's a good thing.More >>
Think you're an incorrigible workaholic? A Harvard professor suggests you might actually be addicted to success. And that's a good thing.More >>
Sweatwork: Bring your networking meetings into the gym
Sweatwork: Bring your networking meetings into the gym
A new trend in business has people taking colleagues to the gym instead of out to lunch.More >>
A new trend in business has people taking colleagues to the gym instead of out to lunch.More >>
How to tell if you're cheap or frugal
How to tell if you're cheap or frugal
Here are a few distinct character differences between those who understand value and those who don't.More >>
Here are a few distinct character differences between those who understand value and those who don't.More >>
Should you switch to a lower interest credit card?
Should you switch to a lower interest credit card?
Making a balance transfer may save you money, but it also could hurt you in the long run. Here are six steps to take before switching credit cards.More >>
Making a balance transfer may save you money, but it also could hurt you in the long run. Here are six steps to take before switching credit cards.More >>
620, 680 or 720? What credit score do you need for a mortgage?
620, 680 or 720? What credit score do you need for a mortgage?
What kind of credit score do you need to qualify for a mortgage?More >>
What kind of credit score do you need to qualify for a mortgage? A new survey of bank executives by the Federal Reserve provides some answers.More >>
Insurance tips for homeowners
Insurance tips for homeowners
Use these simple ideas to save money and get better coverage for your house.More >>
Use these simple ideas to save money and get better coverage for your house.More >>
Answers to 10 top money and debt questions
Answers to 10 top money and debt questions
Figuring out finances can be confusing... but it doesn't have to be.More >>
Figuring out finances can be confusing... but it doesn't have to be.More >>

MoneyMore>>
JPMorgan Chase trading fiasco: What to do about big banks?
JPMorgan Chase trading fiasco: What to do about big banks?
JPMorgan's loss of $2 billion shows that the forces that unleashed the recession remain partially untamed -- and that Congress is still struggling to get a handle on the solution.More >>
JPMorgan's loss of $2 billion shows that the forces that unleashed the recession remain partially untamed -- and that Congress is still struggling to get a handle on the solution.More >>
11 best business opportunities for 2012
11 best business opportunities for 2012
Industries such as residential construction, mobile games, and big data will provide the best business opportunities in 2012.More >>
Industries such as residential construction, mobile games, and big data will provide the best business opportunities in 2012.More >>
Can you refinance an underwater home without HARP?
Can you refinance an underwater home without HARP?
A lot of homeowners with underwater mortgages would like to refinance, but they don't qualify for HARP. Do they have other options?More >>
A lot of homeowners with underwater mortgages would like to refinance, but they don't qualify for HARP (the federal Home Affordable Refinance Program). Do they have other options?More >>
Purchases you should always make with a credit card
Purchases you should always make with a credit card
Credit cards aren't always bad possessions to have. There are certain perks associated with using credit cards as we make routine or irregular purchases.More >>
Credit cards aren't always bad possessions to have. There are certain perks associated with using credit cards as we make routine or irregular purchases.More >>
Sleep deprived? Try taking a nap at work
Sleep deprived? Try taking a nap at work
Sleep deprivation is a huge productivity killer. One solution is to make naps normal at work.More >>
Sleep deprivation is a huge productivity killer. One solution is to make naps normal at work.More >>
JP Morgan $2 billion loss stirs memories of 2008 crisis
JP Morgan $2 billion loss stirs memories of 2008 crisis
JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon dubs losses 'egregious,' but market analysts expect that, this time, the damage will not spread to the entire financial system.More >>
JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon dubs losses 'egregious,' but market analysts expect that, this time, the damage will not spread to the entire financial system.More >>
Workaholic? Maybe you're really a successaholic
Workaholic? Maybe you're really a successaholic
Think you're an incorrigible workaholic? A Harvard professor suggests you might actually be addicted to success. And that's a good thing.More >>
Think you're an incorrigible workaholic? A Harvard professor suggests you might actually be addicted to success. And that's a good thing.More >>
Sweatwork: Bring your networking meetings into the gym
Sweatwork: Bring your networking meetings into the gym
A new trend in business has people taking colleagues to the gym instead of out to lunch.More >>
A new trend in business has people taking colleagues to the gym instead of out to lunch.More >>
Industries that benefit from broke college students
Industries that benefit from broke college students
These types of businesses have found success by capitalizing on the college demographic.More >>
These types of businesses have found success by capitalizing on the college demographic.More >>
Should you switch to a lower interest credit card?
Should you switch to a lower interest credit card?
Making a balance transfer may save you money, but it also could hurt you in the long run. Here are six steps to take before switching credit cards.More >>
Making a balance transfer may save you money, but it also could hurt you in the long run. Here are six steps to take before switching credit cards.More >>

BusinessMore>>
JPMorgan Chase trading fiasco: What to do about big banks?
JPMorgan Chase trading fiasco: What to do about big banks?
JPMorgan's loss of $2 billion shows that the forces that unleashed the recession remain partially untamed -- and that Congress is still struggling to get a handle on the solution.More >>
JPMorgan's loss of $2 billion shows that the forces that unleashed the recession remain partially untamed -- and that Congress is still struggling to get a handle on the solution.More >>
JP Morgan $2 billion loss stirs memories of 2008 crisis
JP Morgan $2 billion loss stirs memories of 2008 crisis
JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon dubs losses 'egregious,' but market analysts expect that, this time, the damage will not spread to the entire financial system.More >>
JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon dubs losses 'egregious,' but market analysts expect that, this time, the damage will not spread to the entire financial system.More >>
Industries that benefit from broke college students
Industries that benefit from broke college students
These types of businesses have found success by capitalizing on the college demographic.More >>
These types of businesses have found success by capitalizing on the college demographic.More >>
Fast Food Burger Wars: 7 reasons Wendy's surpassed Burger King
7 reasons Wendy's surpassed Burger King
The battle of the burger giants has recently taken a turn after nearly 40 years. Find out why.More >>
The battle of the burger giants has recently taken a turn after nearly 40 years. Find out why.More >>
Fed study rejects standard explanations for housing bubble
Fed study rejects standard explanations for housing bubble
The most popular beliefs as to what caused the U.S. mortgage crisis and subsequent economic collapse are wrong, according to a new study by the Boston Fed.More >>
The most popular beliefs as to what caused the U.S. mortgage crisis and subsequent economic collapse are wrong, according to a new study by the Boston Fed.More >>
You can own a piece of Facebook for $28-$35 per share
You can own a piece of Facebook for $28-$35 per share
When Facebook goes public it will cost between $28 and $35 per share, potentially netting the company $13.6 billion.More >>
When Facebook goes public it will cost between $28 and $35 per share, potentially netting the company $13.6 billion, with Mark Zuckerberg making $1 billion by himself.More >>
May Day: Can Occupy Wall Street spring back to life?
May Day: Can Occupy Wall Street spring back to life?
Occupy Wall Street has big plans for May Day, including marches and strikes, but faces big challenges.More >>
Occupy Wall Street has big plans for May Day, including marches and strikes, but faces big challenges: It is still largely decentralized, and has lost its hold on the support of the public.More >>
Senate staves off postal Armageddon with USPS reform bill
Senate staves off postal Armageddon with USPS reform bill
Postal bill averts 3,700 post-office closings for at least two years.More >>
Postal bill averts 3,700 post-office closings for at least two years, but fails to address deeper, structural problems in how the postal service manages a vast operation.More >>
Best Buy names the 50 stores to close; Includes 19 in 3 states
Best Buy names the 50 stores to close; Includes 19 in 3 states
Electronics retail giant Best Buy has named the 50 stores it plans to close as it struggles in the face of tough competition from e-commerce giants such as Amazon.More >>
Americans spread blame for high gas prices, foresee $4.75 a gallon
Americans spread blame for high gas prices
Americans foresee, on average, gas prices at $4.75 a gallon within three months. They most blame the oil industry and Wall Street. But they expect politicians to act.More >>

Small BusinessMore>>
11 best business opportunities for 2012
11 best business opportunities for 2012
Industries such as residential construction, mobile games, and big data will provide the best business opportunities in 2012.More >>
Industries such as residential construction, mobile games, and big data will provide the best business opportunities in 2012.More >>
5 lessons from your worst nightmare
5 lessons from your worst nightmare
Want to improve your business? Think of your biggest, baddest competitor and take notes. Here's how.More >>
Want to improve your business? Think of your biggest, baddest competitor and take notes. Here's how.More >>
How to be a visionary thinker
How to be a visionary thinker
You can get paid well for doing what you love when you tap into the visionary within.More >>
Are you bringing home the paycheck of your dreams? You can get paid well for doing what you love when you tap into the visionary within.More >>
Tax Tip: How to claim the Small Business Health Care Tax Credit
Tax Tip: How to claim the Small Business Health Care Tax Credit
If you are a small employer with fewer than 25 full-time equivalent employees, then there is a tax credit that may put money in your pocket.More >>
Tax Tip: Online resources for small businesses and self-employed
Tax Tip: Online resources for small businesses and self-employed
If you're a small business or a self-employed individual who needs answers to tax questions, check out the IRS's Small Business and Self-Employed Tax Center.More >>
Tax Tip: 6 tax tips for the self-employed
Tax Tip: 6 tax tips for the self-employed
Here are six key points the IRS would like you to know about self-employment and self- employment taxes.More >>
The cloud: A security solution for small business
The cloud: A security solution for small business
Although natural or manmade disasters aren't common, even a relatively minor disruption could grind your business to a halt. Here's what to do to ensure this doesn't happen.More >>
Use Google Alerts to keep stay on top of your industry
Use Google Alerts to keep stay on top of your industry
Google Alerts was designed to provide users with information about a specific topic without requiring them to scour the web continuously.More >>
Internet sites go global with free language translations
Internet sites go global with free language translations
I would like to have my website appeal to foreign buyers. I would also like to sharpen my foreign language skills. Do you have any suggestions?More >>
How to win: 4 lessons from FarmVille’s CEO
How to win: 4 lessons from FarmVille’s CEO
This phenomenal success of Zynga is not (or not only) a matter of luck, but of carefully applied principles that Mark Pincus likely learned at Harvard and in his business jobs.More >>

Real Money on KOTATV.comMore>>
Bills.com Budget Guide
Bills.com Budget Guide
Download this free guide which shows how to manage a budget. (PDF: 1MB)More >>
This guide explains the importance of budgets & shows how to keep track of one. (PDF: 1MB)More >>