This week, Google acquired DocVerse, which develops collaboration software for Microsoft Office products. While the price tag was not disclosed, the rumor is that it was around $25-$30 million. But the impact [...]

While we’ve all been preoccupied with Google’s (GOOG) battles with Apple (AAPL) or Microsoft (MSFT) or a few overzealous Italian prosecutors, we’ve somehow forgotten the company’s other little skirmish. You know, the one with the largest nuclear-powered totalitarian state in the world.
But the Obama administration hasn’t forgotten. And last evening, Bloomberg reported that the U.S. [...]

Here at Shifting Gears, we do our duty on the national holiday designed to honor not just Washington and Lincoln but all our Presidents, from those of meager achievement to those of slightly more than meager achievement. Take William Howard Taft, for example. Our 27th President held office from 1909-1913 and was noted for being [...]

Not so long ago, John Thain’s legacy was that of the Merrill Lynch CEO who redecorated his office for $1.2 million before selling the dying investment firm to Bank of America in a controversial deal that is now under criminal investigation.

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I am a MND member, and a residential Real Estate Developer. Currently I am seeking private equity financing for my site condominium project, which is located…

Two of the country’s largest banks are overhauling their overdraft programs, touting simpler terms and stronger consumer protections. But the days of the $35 charge on the $3 latte are far from over.

This came in from Dave, commenting on my Lewis & Clark piece:

Charles, I have noticed in your writing that you often seem a little “down” on America’s westward expansion (which would seem to make sense considering the frequently left leaning tone of this blog). Although I agree that we did some awful things to the [...]

I have taken the first time tax credit.My question is if my situation changes,is there a time for me to stay in my house,before I could sell or relowcate…

My parents & I have bought a house together. I'm the borrower & they are my co-borrowers. I have half brothers & sisters from my parents…

My real estate agent inadvertently left out a contingent clause in the listing agreement and I received a full offer in two days. I wanted a clause in…